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Shestak, Joe
From:Robert Behme <behmero@sbcglobal.net>
Sent:Monday, May 3, 2021 6:03 AM
To:Shestak, Joe
Subject:Area Planning Commission please for amendment to increase minimum distance from
residential areas
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I am in favor of the Area Planning Commission passing an amendment that the minimum distance be
increased between gas stations venting benzene and the public in residential areas.
Why required control measures are insufficient? The benzene comes from gasoline storage tank vents
and escapes to the air when we fill our cars with gas. The State of Indiana does not require measures
for new gas stations that can control benzene releases. Therefore, the only measure that can protect
area residents is a minimum 500-foot public health safety zone for new gas stations.
What you can do? We strongly encourage you to write an email of support both encouraging the
Planning Commission to vote in favor of the proposed amendment to the UDO language and expressing
your concerns regarding higher risks of cancer and other health problems if the Planning Commission
does not support the amendment. Also, please encourage your neighbors and friends who support the
change to also write similarly supportive letters.
Robert J Behme
2445 Glebe Street
Resident of Village of West Clay.
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