ML12261A211

Limited Appearance Statement of Thomas F. Ryan on Behalf of International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local Lodge No. 5, Supporting Indian Point, Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application

ML12261A211
Person / Time
Site:	Indian Point
Issue date:	09/13/2012
From:	Tom Ryan International Brotherhood of Boilermakers
To:	NRC/SECY/RAS, Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel
SECY RAS
References
50-247-LR, 50-286-LR, ASLBP 07-858-03-LR-BD01, RAS E-1041
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09-13-12;04:4OPM; Iccak 5 ;516 326 3435 # 2/ 3 BOILERMAKERS - IRON SHIP BUILDERS BLACKSMITHS 9 FORGERS & HELPERS TOM KLEIN STEVEN LUDWIGSON Business Manager Assistant Business Manager Secretary-Treasurer President BOILERMAKERS LOCAL LODGE No. 5 TOM RYAN GREG PETERSON MATT LOPRESTrl Assistant Business Manager Assistant Business Manager Assistant Business Manager Zone 5 Zone 175 Zone 197 September 13, 2012 Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel DOCKETED U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission USNRC Washington, DC 20555-0001 September 13, 2012 (4:56 p.m.)

OFFICE OF SECRETARY Re: Indian Point Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application RULEMAKINGS AND NRC Docket Nos. 50-247-LR and S0-286-LR ADJUDICATIONS STAFF ASLBP No. 07-858-03-LR-BDOI

Dear Sir or Madam:

I am writing on behalf of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local Lodge No, 5 and its members to express support for the license renewal of Units 2 and 3 at the Indian Point Energy Center, in Buchanan, New York. It is my understanding that the NRC is considering numerous issues in connection with the application for license renewal of Indian Point Units 2 and 3, including the effect of relicensing on land values in the area near the plants.

Our members not only work at the plant, but many live near it. The rigorous safety culture and high wages provide a strong foundation for our members to support their families while contributing tax dollars to their community. This preserves local land values and enables working families to build up home equity. The renewal of Indian Point's operating license is critical to the longevity of neighboring communities in which many of the plant's 1,400 employees and contractors - including members of Boilermakers Local 5 -live, work and play.

Simply put, land values decrease when residents do not have jobs.

The benefits of Indian Point are well-documented and its continued operation is essential for electric reliability, stabilizing energy prices, and increased public safety. These factors have contributed to the relocation of new businesses, industries, and people to the region. The loss of a large-scale employer like Indian Point would have serious negative impacts on the communities surrounding the plant: the elimination of thousands of jobs in Westchester County, many of which are skilled labor positions; reduced revenues to local governments from sales, income, and property taxes; and the likely relocation of people looking for new employment, ZONE S 24 VAN SICLEN AVE., FLORAL PARK, NY 11001 - 516-326-2500 - 718-895-7722 FAX: 516-326-3435 ZONE 175 - 28 WEST BRIDGE ST., OSWEGO, NY 13126

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09-13-12;04:40PM;Iocak 5 ;516 326 3435 # 3/ 3 BOILFRMAKERS LOCAL LODGE No. 5 ibdian Point's significant role, in driving both population growth and economic development, is a'key factor contributing to the maintenance of land values in the communities near the plant.

These values would surely decrease if this facility were closed. I strongly encourage you to renew the license for Indian Point.

Sincerely, Thomas F. Ryan Assistant Business Manager Recording Secretary cc: Administrative Judge Lawrence G. MeDade c/o Anne Siarnacki, Law Clerk Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel Mail Stop T-3F23 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001

September 13, 2012 Administrative Judge Lawrence G. McDade c/o Anne Siarnacki, Law Clerk Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel Mail Stop T-3F23 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 Re: Indian Point Units 2 and 3 License Renewal Application NRC Docket Nos. 50-247-LR and 50-286-LR ASLBP No. 07-858-03-LR-BDOI

Dear Sir or Madam:

I am writing on behalf of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local Lodge No. 5 and its members to express support for the license renewal of Units 2 and 3 at the Indian Point Energy Center, in Buchanan, New York. It is my understanding that the NRC is considering numerous issues in connection with the application for license renewal of Indian Point Units 2 and 3, including the effect of relicensing on land values in the area near the plants.

Our members not only work at the plant, but many live near it. The rigorous safety culture and high wages provide a strong foundation for our members to support their families while contributing tax dollars to their community. This preserves local land values and enables working families to build up home equity. The renewal of Indian Point's operating license is critical to the longevity of neighboring communities in which many of the plant's 1,400 employees and contractors - including members of Boilermakers Local 5 -live, work and play.

Simply put, land values decrease when residents do not have jobs.

The benefits of Indian Point are well-documented and its continued operation is essential for electric reliability, stabilizing energy prices, and increased public safety. These factors have contributed to the relocation of new businesses, industries, and people to the region. The loss of a large-scale employer like Indian Point would have serious negative impacts on the communities surrounding the plant: the elimination of thousands ofjobs in Westchester County, many of which are skilled labor positions; reduced revenues to local governments from sales, income, and property taxes; and the likely relocation of people looking for new employment.

Indian Point's significant role, in driving both population growth and economic development, is a key factor contributing to the maintenance of land values in the communities near the plant.

These values would surely decrease if this facility were closed. I strongly encourage you to renew the license for Indian Point.

Sincerely, Thomas F. Ryan Assistant Business Manager Recording Secretary cc: Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001

Docket, Hearing From: boilermakerslocal5@verizon.net Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2012 4:56 PM To: Docket, Hearing Cc: Siarnacki, Anne

Subject:

Indian Point Energy Center Attachments: IPEC NRC Letter.docx Letter Attached.