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Augusta Resources Focuses on Advancing Copper Rich Deposit in Arizona

Jakester is correct; neighborhood meetings are standing room only and significantly anti-mine. The area around the mind is very attractive including some scenic recreation areas (Madera Canyon). There is an old gypsum mine not too far away and major open pit operations to the west. The mine dumps to the west are real eyesores although a large community (Green Valley) has grown in their shadow so it doesn't bother some people.
Having said all that, the company seems to be forging ahead.