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(May 28, 2007)
Glenbrook stinks.
City staff recommend air purification equipment for 51 families as the smell of the dump is very bad.
This will cost nearly $81,000 and will not eliminate the smell of gas generated by decomposing garbage.
But before the gas collection system is established and operated within a year, this is the last hope to provide some relief.
"I'm willing to try anything," said Jerry Carver, who lives on Woodburn Road . ".
"The smell here is incredible.
Pure stinking.
This is a disgusting smell.
"Kaver is the third generation living on a farm near the Glenbrook landfill.
He grew up there and now has a wife and two daughters, seven and four.
Although the dump was never beautiful, it didn't start to smell until the SWARU incinerator closed five years ago.
Organic matter enters the landfill and begins to release unpleasant gases, especially hydrogen sulfide, which is very sensitive to human noses.
The increase in rain over the past few years has accelerated the decomposition of organic matter, leading to the unbearable odor that began last summer, which, despite the cold, continues throughout the winter.
A person's nose will start to smell hydrogen sulfide at 0.
5 parts per billion.
Recent tests show that at the age of 26, the concentration around the landfill site was thousands of times that of the smelter.
9 out of millions.
"It has been my farm for 80 years," said Kaver . "
"I don't want to pack it up and put it in the back, but it's in my head.
I want the best thing for my kids.
I worry about they a long time. term.
"This smell will not harm their health.
But it stopped the girls from playing outside.
Even on the hottest days, they have to keep the windows closed and they can't use the deck they built for the barbecue with family and friends.
"I'm getting angry today," said Kaver . ".
The city has tried a dozen ways to reduce the smell.
The air purifier costs $1,585 a unit and will cover the entire city.
Homeowners will be responsible for maintaining and operating them.
Earlier this year, a homeowner tried out a purifier and sent it back because it didn't work.
The city has now found a different model and will recommend it to 51 families at today's public works committee meeting.
Dave Mitchell, a member of Ward 11, expects it to pass easily.
"We know the problem will get worse, not better," he said . ".
"At least make their home comfortable for a year, and that's the most fair thing we can do.
"Hopefully next spring, when the new system is in place and will collect gas and convert it into enough energy to power more than 1,600 homes, the problem will disappear.
At the same time, Kaver can't get the air purifier fast enough.
"I definitely think it's a good idea," he said . "
"Although I don't see anything to do.
"Jfrketich @ thespec. com905-526-3349(May 28, 2007)
Glenbrook stinks.
City staff recommend air purification equipment for 51 families as the smell of the dump is very bad.
This will cost nearly $81,000 and will not eliminate the smell of gas generated by decomposing garbage.
But before the gas collection system is established and operated within a year, this is the last hope to provide some relief.
"I'm willing to try anything," said Jerry Carver, who lives on Woodburn Road . ".
"The smell here is incredible.
Pure stinking.
This is a disgusting smell.
"Kaver is the third generation living on a farm near the Glenbrook landfill.
He grew up there and now has a wife and two daughters, seven and four.
Although the dump was never beautiful, it didn't start to smell until the SWARU incinerator closed five years ago.
Organic matter enters the landfill and begins to release unpleasant gases, especially hydrogen sulfide, which is very sensitive to human noses.
The increase in rain over the past few years has accelerated the decomposition of organic matter, leading to the unbearable odor that began last summer, which, despite the cold, continues throughout the winter.
A person's nose will start to smell hydrogen sulfide at 0.
5 parts per billion.
Recent tests show that at the age of 26, the concentration around the landfill site was thousands of times that of the smelter.
9 out of millions.
"It has been my farm for 80 years," said Kaver . "
"I don't want to pack it up and put it in the back, but it's in my head.
I want the best thing for my kids.
I worry about they a long time. term.
"This smell will not harm their health.
But it stopped the girls from playing outside.
Even on the hottest days, they have to keep the windows closed and they can't use the deck they built for the barbecue with family and friends.
"I'm getting angry today," said Kaver . ".
The city has tried a dozen ways to reduce the smell.
The air purifier costs $1,585 a unit and will cover the entire city.
Homeowners will be responsible for maintaining and operating them.
Earlier this year, a homeowner tried out a purifier and sent it back because it didn't work.
The city has now found a different model and will recommend it to 51 families at today's public works committee meeting.
Dave Mitchell, a member of Ward 11, expects it to pass easily.
"We know the problem will get worse, not better," he said . ".
"At least make their home comfortable for a year, and that's the most fair thing we can do.
"Hopefully next spring, when the new system is in place and will collect gas and convert it into enough energy to power more than 1,600 homes, the problem will disappear.
At the same time, Kaver can't get the air purifier fast enough.
"I definitely think it's a good idea," he said . "
"Although I don't see anything to do.
"Jfrketich @ thespec. com905-526-3349(May 28, 2007)
Glenbrook stinks.
City staff recommend air purification equipment for 51 families as the smell of the dump is very bad.
This will cost nearly $81,000 and will not eliminate the smell of gas generated by decomposing garbage.
But before the gas collection system is established and operated within a year, this is the last hope to provide some relief.
"I'm willing to try anything," said Jerry Carver, who lives on Woodburn Road . ".
"The smell here is incredible.
Pure stinking.
This is a disgusting smell.
"Kaver is the third generation living on a farm near the Glenbrook landfill.
He grew up there and now has a wife and two daughters, seven and four.
Although the dump was never beautiful, it didn't start to smell until the SWARU incinerator closed five years ago.
Organic matter enters the landfill and begins to release unpleasant gases, especially hydrogen sulfide, which is very sensitive to human noses.
The increase in rain over the past few years has accelerated the decomposition of organic matter, leading to the unbearable odor that began last summer, which, despite the cold, continues throughout the winter.
A person's nose will start to smell hydrogen sulfide at 0.
5 parts per billion.
Recent tests show that at the age of 26, the concentration around the landfill site was thousands of times that of the smelter.
9 out of millions.
"It has been my farm for 80 years," said Kaver . "
"I don't want to pack it up and put it in the back, but it's in my head.
I want the best thing for my kids.
I worry about they a long time. term.
"This smell will not harm their health.
But it stopped the girls from playing outside.
Even on the hottest days, they have to keep the windows closed and they can't use the deck they built for the barbecue with family and friends.
"I'm getting angry today," said Kaver . ".
The city has tried a dozen ways to reduce the smell.
The air purifier costs $1,585 a unit and will cover the entire city.
Homeowners will be responsible for maintaining and operating them.
Earlier this year, a homeowner tried out a purifier and sent it back because it didn't work.
The city has now found a different model and will recommend it to 51 families at today's public works committee meeting.
Dave Mitchell, a member of Ward 11, expects it to pass easily.
"We know the problem will get worse, not better," he said . ".
"At least make their home comfortable for a year, and that's the most fair thing we can do.
"Hopefully next spring, when the new system is in place and will collect gas and convert it into enough energy to power more than 1,600 homes, the problem will disappear.
At the same time, Kaver can't get the air purifier fast enough.
"I definitely think it's a good idea," he said . "
"Although I don't see anything to do.
"Jfrketich @ thespec. com905-526-