Town Meeting Backs Petition for Stricter Controls on Nuclear Site
Key Points
- Resolution opposes small nuclear reactors at Pilgrim site without strict controls
- Authorizes Town Clerk to contact state and federal representatives
- Citizen-led initiative approved 130-28
Article 22, a citizen petition regarding the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station site, was approved by voters. The article requests that the Town Clerk notify state and federal officials of Duxbury’s opposition to the construction of small modular reactors (SMRs) at the site unless specific safety and emission standards are met.
Proponent Mary Lampert argued that the petition influences common sense prerequisites
for safety. While resident Lucas Allen expressed concerns that the article’s language against subsidies might alienate pro-nuclear supporters, the hall ultimately voted 130-28 to authorize the Town Clerk to forward the resolution to government officials.
Motion: To authorize the Town Clerk to forward the text of the article to state and federal officials.
Vote: Passed 130-28