Rock and concrete crushers increase risk of asthma flare-ups, heart attacks, and strokes
Emissions impact over 600 households, most of which are people of color
Fort Bend, TX – Air Alliance Houston and Rosharon for Clean Air, a local community group, will host an event and press conference on Saturday, August 10, to protest and raise awareness of air pollution threats posed by Julpit Inc.’s proposed rock and concrete crusher. Julpit Inc. is currently seeking a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to construct this facility at approximately 8611 FM 521 Road, Juliff, Fort Bend County, Texas, 77583. The event will be held at the Southern Colony HOA pavilion, a residential complex with a park adjacent to the proposed facility site.
Rock and concrete crushing facilities emit particulate matter 2.5 (PM 2.5), carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides, along with noise and light pollution. PM 2.5 is dangerous due to the incredibly small size of the particles, which allows them to infiltrate the body, increasing the risk of asthma attacks, bronchitis, heart attacks, and strokes. These harmful pollutants could impact over 600 nearby households, most of which are people of color.
Local residents will lead this rally to voice opposition to the proposed permit while providing education and preparation for the TCEQ public meeting on August 20, where community comments on the permit application will be formally heard. The TCEQ has the authority to deny or amend the permit to include stricter pollution control measures.
Who:
Presenters: Representatives of Air Alliance Houston
Press Conference Speakers:
- Justin Concepcion, Office of Senator Borris L. Miles
- Leslie Boards, Rosharon Resident and MUD 131 Director
- JoAnn Randall, Rosharon Resident and MUD 131 Director
- Erika Johnson, Rosharon Resident and Community Advocate
- Lisa Jatta, Rosharon Resident and member of Rosharon for Clean Air
Where: Southern Colony HOA pavilion at 406 Southern Colony Ave, Rosharon, TX 77583 (A residential complex with a park located next to the proposed facility site)
When: Saturday, August 10, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Additional information: Spanish interpretation will be provided. Shirts will be distributed. Light food and beverages will be served.
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