The main topic of this meeting was tailings geochemistry, presented by Resolution Copper Company’s Corporate Environmental General Manager, Rich Borden. Download PDF Summary
At this meeting there was discussion of tailings spills in other locations, safety measures employed to prevent these, and specific plans for the Resolution Copper Project. Download PDF Summary
This meeting was a visit by the CWG to the San Carlos Apache Cultural Center. Download PDF Summary
At this meeting several new CWG members were welcomed, and Resolution provided an update on the rail line, water line, and monitoring well installation. Download PDF Summary
At this meeting CWG member Bill Vogler reported on his visit to the Holden Mine in Washington to learn about their remediation activities, and the group discussed possible community investment program options. Download PDF Summary
Dr. Chris Anderson, Rio Tinto's Communities and Social Performance Director for the Americas, told the CWG about the company's community investment programs around the world. Download PDF Summary
Dr. Chris Anderson, Rio Tinto’s Americas Director for Communities & Social Performance, gave an overview and explanation of some of the company’s worldwide community investment programs.
Arizona State Land Commissioner Vanessa Hickman and Deputy Commissioner Jim Adams provided a description of the State Land Department’s mandate, responsibilities, and programs. Download PDF Summary
The CWG discussed items of interest to the group, as the invited guest was unable to attend. Download PDF Summary
An update of the Superior Health Study was provided by Jennifer Botsford, Program Manager for Environmental Toxicology at Arizona Department of Health Services. Download PDF Summary