ML23027A047

Limited Appearance Statement from Karen Dunlap in the Matter of Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc. License Amendment Application

ML23027A047
Person / Time
Site:	Erwin
Issue date:	01/26/2023
From:	Dunlap K - No Known Affiliation
To:	Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel
References
70-143-LA
Download: ML23027A047 (1)

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From: Karen Dunlap To: Docket, Hearing

Subject:

[External_Sender] Proposed License Amendment Request, Nuclear Fuel Services, Docket No.70-143 Date: Thursday, January 26, 2023 8:53:31 PM Honorable ASLB Panel Chair and NRC Rulemaking and Adjudications Staff, Thank you for your January 23, 2023 MEMORANDUM. I am submitting a limited appearance statement in order to make the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board aware of my concerns at issue in this proceeding. Specifically, I oppose the production of purified bomb-grade uranium for nuclear weapons at this time. While our community is rural, there are still many homes next to the NFS plant and it is within close proximity to the Nolichucky River. It is imperative that NFS complete an EIS and have a proven, strict quality assurance program in place prior to the start of any development. Accidents happen. Accidents happen. Accidents happen.

It is my understanding that the current plant is already 65 years old. When was the last comprehensive assessment on the cumulative impacts on the environment completed?

I also understand this could bring more jobs into the community. But who needs more jobs with the risk of contamination to our neighborhoods, land, rivers, and the fatal illnesses that come with radiation poisoning? Safety first and foremost. We want to live healthy and long lives.

Thank you for your time,

/s/ Karen Dunlap COL (R), AN