Movers and Shakers April 30, 2011

Lucky Friday operational again

BOISE (AP) - North Idaho's Lucky Friday Mine is operational again, two weeks after the company shut it down to rescue a miner trapped in a tunnel collapse.

Hecla Mining Co. spokeswoman Melanie Hennessey said production is slowly resuming at the underground silver mine in Mullan.

The company suspended operations April 15 when a roof collapse in a tunnel more than a mile underground trapped 53-year-old miner Larry Marek. Crews worked to rescue Marek, hoping he was alive. But his body was recovered Sunday and friends and relatives held a memorial service for him Thursday.

Hennessey said the area of the accident is closed off for investigation by the federal Mine Safety and Health Administration. She said the mine should be fully operational next week.

Freeman certified as WPC Manager

Tom Freeman, licensed Landscape Architect and owner of CDF Landscape Professionals, Inc., has completed the requirements necessary to become a certified Water Pollution Control Manager.

The Idaho Transportation Department qualifies WPCMs to provide oversight on construction projects with respect to their impact on water bodies.

They supervise policies, procedures and personnel on sites ensuring that activities that may cause potential environmental impact are minimized and in compliance.

Graham reappointed to WRB by Otter

Gov. Butch Otter reappointed one member and appointed two new members to four-year terms on the Idaho Water Resource Board today.

Bob Graham of Bonners Ferry was first appointed to the Water Resource Board in 1995. He now is secretary of the eight-member Board.

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