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Oil companies are moving into San Benito County and want to destroy our environment by initiating toxic fracking and other oil extraction techniques that will destroy our community. The issue is on the ballot this November -- one of the most important elections in San Benito County history! Vote YE
S on Measure J to ban fracking in San Benito! Fracking involves drilling wells thousands of feet deep and injecting water, sand and chemicals under high pressure to fracture the shale and release the gas and oil. In California, Cyclic Steam Injection is often used and involves injecting hot steam (with solvents and other chemicals) at high pressure into wells. These extreme extraction techniques use hundreds of thousands of gallons of fresh water and frequently contaminate aquifers and surface water. The Haybaler is the mascot for San Benito High School (SBHS). SBHS is located in Hollister, CA. More about Haybalers Against Fracking
Haybalers Against Fracking was founded in 2014 by Jesse Vallejo, a 2014 graduate of San Benito High School (SBHS). Jesse was an athlete and student leader during his four years at SBHS. He also served on the San Benito County Parks and Recreation Commission. Other members include SBHS Alumni and current student leaders. This group has no official affiliation with SBHS and in no way represents the opinions of SBHS. Haybalers Against Fracking is a member of the Coalition to Protect San Benito County.
