RES 15-27ResoJu eon � 5- 27
A Resolution of the City of folk R Yer in Support of the Sandpiper Pipeline
Project
WHEREAS, there has been tremendous increase in crude oil transport by rail and the
State of Minnesota has experienced delays and lost production due to lack of available trains
for other commerce; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River is concerned about increased crude oil train traffic and
safety along the rail line; and
WHEREAS, much of the Sandpiper Pipeline will follow Enbridge's existing pipeline or
other utility right-of-way in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin; and
WHEREAS, the pipeline will help address rail congestion throughout the state by
transporting increased Bakken oil supplies by pipeline; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Sandpiper Pipeline project will provide for 1,500 family -
sustaining construction jobs while providing and economic boost to the region's businesses
during construction; and
WHEREAS, the Bakken Oil Production Field will reduce the nation's reliance on foreign
oil and provide a safer local supply.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Elk
River, Minnesota, supports the construction of the Sandpiper Pipeline project.
Passed and adopted this 1" day of June 2015.
J J. ietz,Mor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City Clerk
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