EGA brings forth significance of its proposed Inola aluminum project amidst local opposition

Concerns about a proposed aluminum manufacturing facility at the Port of Inola were aired publicly on Monday evening, despite the project not formally appearing on the city council's agenda. Councillors opened the floor for public comment at the outset of the meeting, giving residents an opportunity to raise objections and seek clarity.

A number of local residents used the session to express unease about the potential impact of the development, particularly around environmental safety, water quality and the effect on everyday life in nearby neighbourhoods. Among those who spoke was Brian Hill, an Inola resident of 15 years, who said his property