The governor plunges into water politics
Gov. Mike Easley says he'll ask the legislature for more power over water policy.
His goal is to "make our state drought proof."
The legislature? He's aiming far too low. For drought-proofing, he'll need divine authority.
Seriously, the governor has some good proposals (which we'll address editorially later in the week). But some will be controversial.
His initiatives represent a major power shift from local governments to the state.
Just imagine the reaction in Greensboro if, after Randleman Lake water finally comes on line, a future governor orders half of it piped to Raleigh.
This is diving into the deep end of state and local politics.
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Doug , Check out my post on this matter .You are right, this thing is big ,we could see restrictions on wells being drilled and I see it as a potential property owners rights issue also. Get ready.
Posted on March 11, 2008 4:29 PM
Thanks, Joe. Easley's proposals deserve close attention for all their possible ramifications, good or ill.
Posted on March 11, 2008 5:33 PM