CEMEX wants to mine San Joaquin River north of Fresno
Saying in a project description that there is a demand for high-quality construction supplies, … the company proposes to modify the cement plant and quarry on Friant Road and use explosives to mine hard rock that sits below the gravel, sand and rock that’s currently mined a half-mile from the river. … But, the project is at odds with the vision of organizations like San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust that prioritize recreation over industry for future use along the river…