We are a group of neighbors and friends who came together when we heard that the CJK Milling Company and Union Milling Contractors were trying to reopen, expand and operate a cyanide leaching facility near our homes.
During conversations about our health, economy, and the environment, we quickly realized that the opening of the Leadville Mill would pose serious threats, not only to our neighborhoods but to the entirety of Leadville, Lake County and beyond. We formed CC4LC to organize and advocate for responsible economic and industrial development and smart environmental stewardship throughout Leadville and Lake County.
Development: Promote responsible economic and industrial development
Stewardship: Advance innovative and smart environmental stewardship
Outdoor Industry: Sustain and grow a world-class outdoor recreation industry
Heritage: Respect and preserve our community’s mining heritage
Accountability: Advocate for strong governmental accountability measures for balancing environmental and development aspirations.