WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) _ Another man-camp proposal, another
man-camp controversy.
The latest is in Bainville, N.D., where residents Monday
gathered to hear representatives of MacBain Properties explain
plans to build 20 acres of dormitory-style housing and multi-family
apartments. The site also would have a dining hall, gym, movie
theater, laundry mat and meeting rooms.
Residents are balking because the development would more than
double the town's population of 283. Man camps, or crew camps, have
been halted in some communities because of infrastructure, traffic
and crime concerns.
MacBain Vice-President John Milino says the company isn't in Bainville to
``create problems.''
He says MacBain and ProCore Logistics will spend about $30
million in the area, but resident Miles Knudsen says he doubts the
town will ever see that money.
