Title
Consideration of and action on an ordinance related to Seismic Testing.
Body
Summary:
On September 25, 2018, Council discussed potential adoption of an ordinance related to seismic testing within the city limits. This came at the request of Ballard Exploration and Blue Moon Exploration Company, LLC. Presently, the City has no ordinance which address seismic testing. City staff recently met with Mr. Michel Bechtel of Blue Moon Exploration Company, LLC to discuss potential requirements of a seismic testing ordinance (see attached). The attached varies slightly from what was presented to Council on September 25th. This will be discussed during Workshop in greater detail on Tuesday night, with Mr. Bechtel present to answer any questions you may have.
Fiscal/Budgetary Impact:
To be determined.
Recommended action:
Approval is recommended