Acme Petroleum

132, Victoria, Texas 12401. U.S, 321-577-8474

www.acmepetroluem.org

John M. Roberts,

Publisher, Victoria Advocates

101 W. Goodwin Ave., Suite 1200, Victoria, TX

Dear John,

Recently, we bought a land at Route 59 south Victoria which we intend to build a tank farm, a facility which is likely to have multiple oil terminals. We are aware that Route 59 is designated to become the future interstate 69. We are also aware of the local opposition to the construction of the tank farm. This is because of the statements made in the City Council meetings and several letters addressed to the Victoria Advocates newspaper. The opponents claim that all petrochemical companies are irresponsible polluters and Acme is no exception.

Acme has however shown in its economic benefit statement how a major fuel distribution node in Victoria will generate employment at the tank farm itself and by supplying gasoline that Crossroads companies need to develop how the new tank farm will contain state-of-the-art precautions against leaks. We are requesting you to hold a public forum on Acmes proposed tank farm so as to weigh out the advantages and disadvantages.

Your consideration will be highly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Communications Director, Acme Petroleum.