The League of Women Voters has set the
format of the debate: each team will prepare
and present a THREE - MINUTE argument
in support of its major positions and a TWO
- MINUTE rebuttal. A FIVE - MINUTE
summation reiterating the most important
points made by team members will be given by
either the candidate or team coordinator.
Arguments must be made about the following FIVE
MAJOR ISSUES.
1. The extent of the potential PCB
problem in the Ramford River.
2. The possible routes and effects of
exposure to PCBS for people and animals in
the County.
3. The risks of exposure to PCBs for
humans and other animals.
4. Strategies for clean - up and
reduction of exposure to PCBs including
cost (short and long term).
5. The available technologies for
dredging and remediation of the dredged
materials.