"This is a major step forward for Aquila, and represents the beginning of a transparent process that we expect will culminate with the building of an important economic development project that will grow the local economy, create good jobs and generate new tax revenue for local and state governments," said , CEO of Aquila Resources. "I would like to congratulate our expanded team, including our consultants, on delivering a comprehensive and quality application to the state within the timeline we established earlier this year."