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Group's concerns warranted
Benson and many of the surrounding communities in Cochise County are alike in many ways. Specifically, Benson and Sierra Vista may be unlike as far as size but the two communities share some similarities: Both cities are growing and both need water to grow.
Recently, Benson city officials voiced concern following reports that the Upper San Pedro (USPP) Partnership would be looking to transfer Benson water to Sierra Vista at some point in the future.
USPP Chairman Bob Strain has repeatedly said that the Benson-area citizens who have cried foul have reacted too quickly. This is merely an idea and that if a proposal is serious, citizens who would be affected would be given their chance to comment.
But it keeps coming up, much to the concern of area residents and city and county officials.
Each has vowed to do all in its power to help preserve and protect the area's water resources.
The Middle San Pedro Partnership was formed recently to ensure that citizens and our area would not be eventually bypassed when it comes down to decision-making time.
USPP has been tasked with seeking ways to ensure the area's water deficit is balanced by 2011. It will file its report to Congress later this year. Transfering Benson water is only one of 80 or so ideas the parternship has come up with and does not necessarily mean it would happen, USPP officials have said.
We feel the Middle San Pedro Parternship concerns are valid, and everything must be done to ensure the area's water supply remains intact for generations to come.
What's lacking is communication. The groups should work together and find common ways to benefit each community as well as the surrounding region, as the lack of communication is sowing seeds of distrust.
A little talk can go a long way in preserving a better future for us all.
Recently, Benson city officials voiced concern following reports that the Upper San Pedro (USPP) Partnership would be looking to transfer Benson water to Sierra Vista at some point in the future.
USPP Chairman Bob Strain has repeatedly said that the Benson-area citizens who have cried foul have reacted too quickly. This is merely an idea and that if a proposal is serious, citizens who would be affected would be given their chance to comment.
But it keeps coming up, much to the concern of area residents and city and county officials.
Each has vowed to do all in its power to help preserve and protect the area's water resources.
The Middle San Pedro Partnership was formed recently to ensure that citizens and our area would not be eventually bypassed when it comes down to decision-making time.
USPP has been tasked with seeking ways to ensure the area's water deficit is balanced by 2011. It will file its report to Congress later this year. Transfering Benson water is only one of 80 or so ideas the parternship has come up with and does not necessarily mean it would happen, USPP officials have said.
We feel the Middle San Pedro Parternship concerns are valid, and everything must be done to ensure the area's water supply remains intact for generations to come.
What's lacking is communication. The groups should work together and find common ways to benefit each community as well as the surrounding region, as the lack of communication is sowing seeds of distrust.
A little talk can go a long way in preserving a better future for us all.
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