|
|
Published March 03, 2009 09:25 pm - CARTHAGE, Mo. — Three weeks after withdrawing its bid to go public in an effort to raise capital, Renewable Environmental Solutions in Carthage appears to be laying off much of its work force.
Center notified of layoffs at RES
From staff reports
news@joplinglobe.com
CARTHAGE, Mo. — Three weeks after withdrawing its bid to go public in an effort to raise capital, Renewable Environmental Solutions in Carthage appears to be laying off much of its work force.
Officials with the Missouri Career Center said Tuesday that they had been told of layoffs involving 49 workers at the plant that converts animal products into oil products and fertilizer.
Officials with Butterball Turkey Co. on Tuesday confirmed that the Carthage processing plant on Monday had stopped delivering turkey parts to the RES plant.
City leaders have been told that the plant employed about 50 workers, said Mayor Jim Woestman. He said he has heard reports that the plant may be closing, but he has been unable to confirm them. He said City Administrator Tom Short could obtain no answer from the local plant, and calls to corporate headquarters in New York were not returned.
Jasen Jones, executive director of the Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri, said the Missouri Career Center is setting up a Rapid Response Team for employees “affected by potential layoffs.” Jones said the plans are based on reports from workers and the fact that the state also had not heard from the company.
“We don’t know whether it’s a full, partial layoff, or whether it’s temporary or permanent,” he said.
On Feb. 12, Changing World Technologies, the RES parent company, filed documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission withdrawing its bid to go public. Changing World Technologies in August launched a bid to go public in a bid to raise $100 million.
The company has been dealing with lawsuits over construction and odor emissions from its Carthage plant. In addition, previous SEC filings indicate the company was losing tens of millions of dollars per year, has not been able to operate the Carthage plant at full capacity, and has experienced times when the plant temporarily shut down.
The company reported a net loss of $21.8 million in 2006, followed by a net loss of $19.9 million for 2007 and a net loss of $18.8 million through Sept. 30, 2008. The company had an accumulated deficit of $117.8 million as of Sept. 30, the filings state.
Brian Appel, chairman and chief executive officer of Changing World Technologies, did not return calls on Tuesday. Missouri Department of Natural Resources officials who have monitored the plant said they had not been informed of any change in RES operations. A DNR spokeswoman in Jefferson City said workers from the Springfield office were to inspect the plant Tuesday, but she had not received a report on the visit.
Legal issues
RES has struggled with complaints about odor emissions from its plant since it opened in May 2004. The company is the subject of a lawsuit filed by two Carthage residents who contend that the company has been negligent, that odors from the plant are a nuisance, and that damages should be awarded to them and other Carthage residents who also have been affected.
Attorneys for both sides on Feb. 18 argued a motion filed by RES, whose attorneys contend that the case should be moved to another county.
•
Click to discuss this story with other readers on our forums.
|
|
: Special Offer For New Subscribers
:


 |
|
SEEKING MICROSOFT SYSTEMS ANALYST
Seeking Microsoft Systems Analyst. Candidate will assist with presales consulting, primary installation and support of W...>MORE
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Work along side and direct physically and mentally challenged adults in a work setting. Starts $8.00-$10.00 per hour. Co...>MORE
3 BOOTH RENTALS
small salon atmosphere, lots of exposure, 15th/Main. 417-529-8646...>MORE
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER, full time, providing support and case management for adults with chronic mental illness. BS/BA...>MORE
SALES
NYSE and Co., opening a new division. Will train. Looking for full-time or part-time. Call Mike, (417)448-4732....>MORE
BUSY LAW OFFICE
Seeking experienced secretary. Good typing, computer and secretarial skills required. Position includes both secretarial...>MORE
OFFICE PERSON NEEDED
Some experience. Apply in person: Coss Painting, 712 Willard, Joplin. ...>MORE
TRUCK BROKERS
TRUCK BROKERS LANGE LOGISTICS, INC., a 3PL company seeks Account Managers in Joplin. Openings also in Dallas, Nashville ...>MORE
HIRING HAIR STYLIST
NOW HIRING HAIR STYLIST. Fun and energetic salon. 417-845-0555, Tanya....>MORE
OPIES TRANSPORT
Now Hiring Over the Road Drivers with 2 years experience. 800-341-9963 www.opiestransport.com ...>MORE
See all ads |
|
2007 NISSAN MURANO
All wheel drive, 47,000 miles, leather, excellent condition, received a company car and do not need extra vehicle. $17,9...>MORE
1990 FREIGHLINER CAB OVER
set back axle, 400 Cummins, 9 speed over drive, flat top, big sleeper, 10 near new tires, new transmission, new brakes a...>MORE
JEEP, 1999 GRAND CHEROKEE,
4x4, automatic, loaded, new tires, $3200. 434-7382....>MORE
PONTIAC, 1997 SUNFIRE,
2 door, automatic, low miles, very nice, $2650. 434-7382....>MORE
2001 FORD WINDSTAR
Super sharp, loaded, cold air front and rear, extra clean, $3200. 1317 Schifferdecker, Joplin....>MORE
1993 ISUZU TROOPER
$2000 Good Interior Needs tune up. 417-396-8811....>MORE
2008 HONDA RUCKUS
black, low mileage, $1500. 918-961-8995....>MORE
2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
4x4, asking $4500. (417)850-2454....>MORE
2005 HONDA PILOT EXL-DVD
4 door, 4x4, red with tan leather, 8 passenger, 89,000 miles, new tires, $14,500. (918)961-8995....>MORE
1999 PONTIAC GRAND AM
2 door, spoiler, automatic, cold air, CD, extra nice, $2400. 1317 Schifferdecker, Joplin....>MORE
See all ads |
|
2 BR, 9523 HIGHWAY NN
$450/$400; 417-592-2088....>MORE
DEERFIELD ESTATES
in Carl Junction, prime building sites, reduced $10,000 each. 417-825-0052...>MORE
1617 JEFFERSON CIRCLE
3 BR, 2 ba, gar, fence, updated electric $63,000. 629-6135...>MORE
OPEN SATURDAY 9 A.M.-4 P.M.
Sunday 1-4 p.m. 3 br on 2 lots, central heat/air, vinyl siding/windows. See to appreciate. $29,900. 823 S. Sergeant. (91...>MORE
FURNISHED 3 BR
2 ba, 1750 sq. ft. vaulted ceilings, located in S. Joplin, near Shoal Creek, $97,500. Usa Real Estate 417-781-1233....>MORE
3 BR, 1 BA, 827 S. PICHER
central heat/air, refrigerator, stove $500/$500. 437-6365....>MORE
Deerfield Estates
in Carl Junction, prime building sites, reduced $10,000 each. 417-825-0052...>MORE
2 BR CENTRAL HEAT/AIR,
gar, $475/$300 appliances 4117 S Pennsylvania 417-389-6737...>MORE
3 BR, 7 YEAR OLD
like new, all electric, 10 minutes to Neosho, 20 minutes to Joplin. No Smoking, No Pets, $700 Month, $350 Deposit. (417)...>MORE
2 BR, 2 BA
trash/sewer provided. Quiet park. No Pets. $375/250. 417-673-7437....>MORE
See all ads |
|
WANENMACHER’S WORLD’S LARGEST
GUN SHOW -November 14 and 15. Tulsa Fairgrounds, Saturday, 8-6 p.m., Sunday 8-4 p.m. www.tulsaarmsshow.com....>MORE
KENNELL REDUCTION
Chihuahua’s and French Bulldog’s, AKC, pups to young adults, very nice, Chihuahua’s $100/up, Frenchis, $900/up. (417)394...>MORE
COFFEE, END AND ENTRY TABLE
coffee, end and entry tables, Nordic Track Walk Fit, sewing machine desk, (417)206-4958....>MORE
YORKIE, POMERANIAN AND SILKY PUPPIES
wanting forever homes. Well socialized. Prices $75-$300. Early Christmas presents (417)652-7510, leave message. ...>MORE
2008 POLARIS TRAILBLAZER 330
2 wheel drive, like new, $2300. (918)961-8995....>MORE
CHIHUAHUAS
Chorkies, WaPoos, Shih-Tzus, just in time for Christmas. $85 to $250. Registered and shots 417-438-6057...>MORE
1950S CAVALIER COKE MACHINE
in working order, $350. (417)782-2751....>MORE
COUCH
full size, with pillows, light pastel colors, lavender and blue, no cats, no dogs, no kids, $150 or offer. 624-2197....>MORE
CHEAP PUPPIES
Border Terriers, Dachshunds, Italian Greyhound, Lhasas, Morkies, Norwich Terriers, Shih-Tzus, Standard Poodles (chocolat...>MORE
TWO LIVING ESTATE SALES, ONE SITE
Saturday, November 7, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. 28245 Fir Road, Carl Junction, MO. Follow signs. Downsizing...>MORE
See all ads |
|
 |
|