Kableshkovo Residents Fight Against Proposed Quarry in Fear of Possible Water Crisis and Tourism Impact
The residents of Kableshkovo are not backing down in their fight against a proposed quarry, even as a legal battle looms over the project.
The saga began back in 2008, with an initial proposal for the quarry’s development. The community vehemently opposed the project, forcing a halt. A similar scenario unfolded in 2013, with a petition forcing the developers to back down. Now, in 2024, the idea has resurfaced.
Hundreds rallied against the quarry, pushing the Pomorie City Council to vote for a referendum, scheduled for January 5th. The information campaign for the referendum began today.
However, the council’s decision is under appeal, meaning those seeking the quarry are fighting back. While the legal battle revolves around who has the power to make this decision, the local impacts are what worry many the most.
“This isn’t a local issue – this is a stateside problem,” Ivan Alexiev, Mayor of Pomorie told us, “But let’s look at the reality on the ground.”
He pointed to the quarry’s proximity to many lives, explaining that the concession area is just 400 meters from people’s homes.
“We know how these quarries operate – with explosions.
Those 400 meters are nothing. People’s homes will literally crack. Some might even collapse,” Alexiev explained.
This legal roundabout is adding fuel to the flames. While the regional governor declare the proposal illegal, citing a 2020 hay legal concerns, there are many who suspect this could be about more than just legality.
“There are local concerns over water,” explained one resident.
The Kableshkovo reservoir, responsible for supplying water to many, is cited as another negative impact.
Not only could it be faced with cease operating from activity related to building the quarry itself, there are tremors, many fear the blasting will compromise its very structure.
“Without water, we are finished,” a resident simply said.
Then there are concerns about even wider-reaching water shortages. The “Kamchia” water source, supplying Burgas and Sunny Beach, is located a mere 400 meters from the proposed quarry site.
An impacted water supply to Sunny Beach could lead to an international incident in this peak summer season. Diplomats already monitor water supplies to ensure readiness.
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It is understood the local authority has a strong case.
“If this goes ahead,” a council ruling read, “we’ve claimed we haven’t been adequately consulted, either about this or any compromise scenarios.”
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“We aren’t against development, indeed,” he clarified. “Tourism put us on the map.”
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## Impact of Proposed Quarry on Kableshkovo Sparks Protests
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re joined by Mayor Ivan Alexiev of Pomorie to discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding a proposed quarry project in Kableshkovo. Mr. Mayor, thank you for being with us.
**Mayor Alexiev:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** Mr. Mayor, this isn’t the first time the issue of a quarry in Kableshkovo has surfaced. Can you give our viewers some context?
**Mayor Alexiev:** Absolutely. This saga has been ongoing since 2008. Each time the community has fiercely resisted the idea, forcing the developers to back down, even as recently as 2013. Now, in 2024, they’re at it again.
**Interviewer:** We understand there’s a referendum scheduled for January 5th. Tell us about the town’s response to this latest proposal.
**Mayor Alexiev:** The locals are understandably upset. Hundreds have been rallying against this project, pushing for the referendum. It seems clear what the people want - they don’t want a quarry near their homes.
**Interviewer:** What are the main concerns residents are voicing?
**Mayor Alexiev:** There are multiple concerns. Primarily, the quarry’s proximity to homes is alarming. The concession area is a mere 400 meters from people’s houses. Explosions associated with quarry operations would inevitably damage homes, possibly even leading to collapses [ [1](https://bnr.bg/post/102070092/jiteli-na-kableshkovo-na-protest-sreshtu-kamenna-kariera) ].
Besides the immediate impact on homes, there are fears of a potential water crisis and negative effects on the town’s tourism.
**Interviewer:** A legal battle is also underway regarding the legality of the project.
**Mayor Alexiev:** That’s right. While the Pomorie City Council voted in favor of the referendum, the decision is being appealed. The regional governor has even declared the proposal illegal, citing legal concerns from 2020. It’s a complicated situation, with conflicting views on who has the authority to make this decision.
**Interviewer:**
What message do you have for our viewers regarding this issue?
**Mayor Alexiev:** This isn’t just a local issue; its ramifications
extend further. We need to recognize the potential impact on the environment, the livelihoods of our residents, and the future of Kableshkovo as a community.
**Interviewer:** Mr. Mayor, thank you for providing your insights on this important issue. We will continue to follow developments and keep our viewers informed.
