US District Attorney in Tonawanda Coke Criminal Case to Meet with Public
US District Attorney in Tonawanda Coke Criminal Case to Meet with Public
Clean Air continues efforts to keep potential fines local
Aaron J. Mango, Assistant U.S. Attorney on the landmark case against Tonawanda Coke Corporation will provide a sentencing update to the public. Residents and workers who have or potentially have been impacted by the company are encouraged to attend. This is an important meeting in order to continue the fight to keep potential fines local and controlled by impacted communities.
Nearly a year ago, the Tonawanda Coke Corporation was found guilty of violating the Clean Air Act and Resource Conversation and Recovery Act. This landmark verdict is only the second time in US history that a company has been indicted under the Clean Air Act, and will set precedent for future cases. The company could face up to $200 million in fines.
Last summer, Clean Air led a campaign to keep the potential criminal fines local and used to fund community controlled projects in the most impacted neighborhoods. Nearly 600 residents cast votes for how they think the funds should be used. This work resulted in the Department of Justice recommending $12,794,182 go towards community service projects. The ultimate decision resides with the Judge.
Sentencing for both Tonawanda Coke Corporation and Mark Kamholz is scheduled for March 19, 2014 at 10:00 AM before U.S. District Court Chief Judge William Skretny in theFederal Courthouse at 2 Niagara Square (9th floor), Buffalo, NY
WHEN: Monday, March 10th from 6-8pm
WHERE: River Road Fire Hall, 39 Kaufman Ave. Tonawanda 14150