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| 4 | 964Barbara Wells | barbwired_6@hotmail.com |
Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing in support of Bullseye Glass in the hopes you will reconsider your further restrictions on their glass production. I work in the government and I recognize knee-jerk responses to public pressure. It is rarely proportionate to the risk and severely limits our agency's productivity and effectiveness. This situation sounds the same as I have seen many times. As I understand it, there is no scientific evidence proving that the furnaces produce toxic chromium. But the public fears are driving DEQ to react unreasonably._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am also a glass artist and had hopes of starting my own business this year. Though this situation could change my plans. The regulations already imposed are threatening the strength of their business and creating a strain on a vibrant artistic community. And there is not proof that their production is dangerous. I am all for public safety. But I am also behind a business’ right to do business until there is evidence that the business is doing harm. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please do not impose any further regulations on Bullseye glass without scientific evidence._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ Barbara Wells_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 5 | AAE Glass | info@aaeglass.com |
To whom it may concern,_x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Best Regards,_x000D_ Tanya Veit _x000D_ AAE Glass_x000D_ AAEGLASS.COM <http://www.aaeglass.com/> _x000D_ BLOG <http://fusedglassdecals.blogspot.com/> _x000D_ 1228 LAFAYETTE ST._x000D_ CAPE CORAL, FL 33904_x000D_ 239-471-7724_x000D_ |
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| 6 | Alice Haga | alicehaga11@gmail.com |
I DO stand with Bullseye Glass in it's efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. It has a long history of responsible operation.
I am a glass artist who goes there regularly._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. Because Dr. LaCourse has said that Bullseye's furnaces do NOT produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support and clear thinking you can provide right now._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Alice Haga_x000D_ |
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| 7 | Andrew Gallagher | andygeggsnbakey@aol.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now._x000D_ |
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| 8 | angelitasurmon@comcast.net | angelitasurmon@comcast.net |
Dear Ms Hammond,_x000D_ I am a Portland artist, and have worked in the Bullseye Resource Center for the past 6 years making glass art. I have followed the story regarding Bullseye, and their responses to the public concern. Bullseye has a long history of responsible operation. I have read recent information from Dr LaCourse of Alfred University, who teaches courses in glass engineering. His findings report that for proper creation of green glass, it is necessary to keep chromium III from chemically changing into the toxic chromium VI. Since Bullseye's goal is to create green glass, this transformation would ruin their glass, and change the color. Bullseye is working to comply with new requirements by installing 99% efficient bag houses on furnaces that melt the chromium. They understand the importance of stronger standards for the industry and for community health and safety._x000D_ _x000D_ I stand with Bullseye in their efforts to comply with new environmental safety requirements and operate as a responsible business in Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ Angelita Surmon_x000D_ 503-238-1390_x000D_ 1705 SE 41st Ave_x000D_ Portland, OR 97214_x000D_ angelitasurmon@comcast.net_x000D_ www.angelitasurmon.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 9 | Audree DeAngeles | adeangeles@hotmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please let our art glass companies study the heavy metal problem and implement appropriate measures in a timely manner. Please do not pass temporary restrictions on Chromium III usage that are not based on science. Doing so will impact glass artists throughout the world who depend on Portland-made glass for their livelihoods, and their families who depend on them._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. Please not to allow DEQ to impose poorly written and misdirected temporary rules, which don’t appear to be based on science and fact._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Audree DeAngeles_x000D_ _x000D_ Artist, Seattle_x000D_ _x000D_ 206-295-1678_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 10 | Becky Haywood Glass | beckyhaywoodglass@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am very saddened by this whole affair which appears to be scaremongering by the portland news paper, resulting in political pandering with no bearing on facts. You are going to put not only Bullseye glass out of business for no good reason but also the many glass artists who rely on them cross the whole WORLD. Please, look at the science. _x000D_ |
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| 11 | Becky Wills | becky@yellowdogglass.co.uk |
Hi,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am a UK glass artist and trained Bullseye Glass instructor working here in the UK. I understand you are meeting later today with a view to determining future action with regard to possible pollution in the Portland area caused by various glass manufacturing companies._x000D_ _x000D_ Please can I ask you to also consider the wider impact of any decision you make. My business and many of my glass artist colleagues livelihood are centred on the import of American glass to the UK. Without this incredible product we would all be out of business. There is NO other alternative as no other manufacturers exist in the world that make a product like this. _x000D_ _x000D_ As far as I can see from all the evidence that has been reported there is no concrete reason for restricting the use of certain essential ingredients in the production of the glass. So I respectfully request that you consider the wider impact of any actions you take at your meeting today._x000D_ _x000D_ Many thanks for your time in reading this._x000D_ _x000D_ Becky Wills_x000D_ _x000D_ Yellow Dog Workshops_x000D_ _x000D_ Bristol, UK._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 12 | Beth Goodnight | gnite721@gmail.com |
Dear Legislators and whom else it may concern,_x000D_ _x000D_ I want to voice my concern about the witch hunt that seems to be going on against 2 glass factories in Portland, OR. I have read many articles that don’t seem to be well-supported by actual science that has created a huge problem where they might not even be a small one._x000D_ _x000D_ One recent letter to the Oregonian editor sums it up nicely:_x000D_ _x000D_ http://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2016/03/use_reason_science_to_report_o.html#incart_river_mobileshort_home_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read a few articles by other science people stating that the statistics being spewed forth are misleading at best. _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I know few other businesses, much less manufacturing businesses, who are as environmentally conscious and concerned as they are. Full disclosure, yes, I know some people who work there. So maybe I am biased. But I am of science mind, and I want the actual data facts to be evaluated in a scientific manner._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political vagaries or scare tactics. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. Please, before ruling, get some more actual scientists to chime in on what is going on and how dangerous it is (or is not)._x000D_ _x000D_ I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. And I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Beth Goodnight_x000D_ _x000D_ ____________________________________________________x000D_ 5908 Texas Dr, Vancouver, WA 98661 _x000D_ 360/719-9278 -- Cell_x000D_ gnite721@gmail.com <mailto:gnite721@gmail.com> _x000D_ http://goodnightdesign.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This e-mail may contain privileged information for the sole reference of the intended recipient. Please do not forward or reproduce this e-mail or the information contained herein without my written permission. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, please notify me. Thank you._x000D_ _x000D_ Beth_x000D_ ____________________________________________________x000D_ _x000D_ 5908 Texas Dr, Vancouver, WA 98661 _x000D_ 360/719-9278 -- Cell_x000D_ gnite721@gmail.com <mailto:gnite721@gmail.com> _x000D_ http://goodnightdesign.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This e-mail may contain privileged information for the sole reference of the intended recipient. Please do not forward or reproduce this e-mail or the information contained herein without my written permission. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, please notify me. Thank you._x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 13 | Birdjewelry by Dawn | birdjewelrybydawn@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dawn Lucero_x000D_ _x000D_ resident of Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ Bird Jewelry by Dawn_x000D_ www.birdjewelry.com <http://www.birdjewelry.com> _x000D_ phone (541) 879-1691_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 14 | Bob Heath | bob@arttouch.com |
Dear Regulators and Elected Representatives,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you in regard to the just announced DEQ special meeting to be held on March 15, 2016 for the purpose of considering rule changes directed at Oregon Colored Art Glass Manufacturers._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read the DEQ proposal for new temporary rules to be considered for adoption at this meeting as outlined here: http://www.oregon.gov/deq/EQC/Documents/2016/031516eqcAgenda.pdf_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I live in the Portland area and consider myself to be an environmentalist. As such, I applaud the intent of the DEQ to protect our air quality and the health and safety of those living in the neighborhoods near Oregon’s glass manufacturing facilities. However, I feel that these proposed new rule changes are misguided and will not help achieve that goal. I am also a glass artist and am concerned for the well-being of Oregon’s colored art glass manufacturing industry, those employed in that industry and those dependent on the products of that industry. In the recent furor over air contamination possibly coming from local glass manufacturing facilities, I think that these latter two constituencies have been largely overlooked._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Due to what I consider to be largely irresponsible, sensationalistic news reporting on this matter, the public demand for immediate action has been extreme. I feel that these proposed new rules are an unwarranted over reaction that will not improve the situation. Two recent soil test studies, have already shown that the severity of the problem isn’t nearly as great as what was originally feared and both of the Portland glass manufacturers cited as possible sources of pollution, Bullseye and Uroboros, have already taken actions to eliminate the use of, and therefore the potential for, releases of the identified hazardous materials. These actions, taken voluntarily and at significant sacrifice to these businesses demonstrate the good will and concern that both have for the air quality in our community._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The new rules proposed by the DEQ would force these businesses to make even more significant reductions in their production. The specific change that the new rules would enforce would be the elimination of the use of Chromium III because of the potential for this material to be transformed during production to a hazardous form; Chromium VI. Note, that the proposed DEQ rules also mistakenly make multiple references to another material, Chromium IV, which is indicative of the haste and lack of review with which these proposed rules were drafted. Although the potential conversion of Cr III to Cr VI does exist, glass manufacturers have the ability, and in-fact, the necessity, to prevent such conversion from occurring during the manufacturing process. If they did not, their process would not yield the green glass color they were aiming to produce and their production would be wasted. The scientific reasons behind this are explained by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University here: <http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html> http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In short, it would serve no purpose to restrict the use of Cr III by these glass manufacturers, but it would cause significant harm to both of these companies above and beyond that already resulting from their voluntary actions. The DEQ rule proposal identifies the public and the colored glass manufacturers as parties that would be affected by these proposed temporary rules. Their estimation of how the glass companies would be affected completely overlooks the impact of forcing them to further curtail their production, the layoffs that would follow, and the very real potential for the businesses to be forced to shut down entirely. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon should be proud of and should help promote its home grown art glass industry. To my knowledge, there are only three companies in the world that make significant quantities of the type of art glass that can be readily used by fused glass artists, and we are fortunate to have two of them located here in Portland. Beyond the effect on the local economy, these unnecessary and scientifically unsupported new rules would also negatively impact the thousands of glass artists worldwide that depend on the products of these companies for their livelihood, potentially destroying the entire fused art glass industry._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I hope that you will lend your voice to help DEQ understand that we need a balanced, reasoned and scientifically supported solution to this air contamination problem and not an ineffective, knee-jerk reaction as represented by these proposed rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Bob Heath_x000D_ _x000D_ ????›?????????????????????????????????????›?????????????????????????????????‰‰? |
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| 15 | Brendan Hsu | brendan.c.hsu@gmail.com |
Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to implore you to stop the premature regulation of CR(III); current regulation is too broad and will affect the livelihood of a large local business: Bullseye Glass._x000D_ _x000D_ "The primary issue is our use of trivalent chromium Cr(III). Both DEQ and EPA have acknowledged there is no clear evidence of acute or chronic health risks based on Bullseye’s use of Cr(III), which is a harmless and naturally occurring compound. The limitations proposed are based on politics and anchored in speculation that some of these compounds might possibly change into a more toxic form of Chromium in our furnaces. _x000D_ _x000D_ Scientific evidence clearly indicates our furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. If they did, our glass would be ruined. For more information on this, see this explanation by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University: http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html"_x000D_ _x000D_ Most of Bullseye Glass' products use CR(III); to put a reactionary and not scientifically supported ban in place could have disastrous effects on a successful, local business._x000D_ _x000D_ Please do not support this ban._x000D_ _x000D_ Best,_x000D_ Brendan_x000D_ |
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| 16 | Brownfield Laura | lbrownfield2@cox.net |
I am a longtime Bullseye customer and am writing in their support.
In all my dealings with them I have felt the utmost high consideration
for their neighbors and their very “Green” approach to all
aspects of their business. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Laura Brownfield _x000D_ Glass Play _x000D_ |
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| 17 | Callie Meiners | photocallie@gmail.com |
Dear Joni Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ Please, do not support the Air Quality 2016 Temporary Rules. These onerous rules put an unnecessary and unsustainable burden on local manufacturers. The rules do not address the real air quality problems facing Portland. Instead they target small businesses that do not produce large tax revenues. Bullseye and Uroboros are known around the world as businesses that make quality glass, ethically and locally. These rules are focused only on these small local business and not large producers of chemicals which there is such sudden concern over, such as any number of other glass manufacturers (consider alcohol bottling?). Lest we forget the incredibly high levels of car and truck exhaust inhaled daily, but this is not a concern for the DEQ-but art glass-that's where we draw the line now?_x000D_ _x000D_ These onerous new rules come less than a week after the DEQ found NO evidence that heavy metal emissions were causing harm. The DEQ found NO evidence of harmful levels of arsenic, chromium or cadmium in schools. It appears these rules are being introduced merely to calm public opinion. These companies have made beautiful glass in Portland for forty years. I'm afraid that if these rules will drive them out of business. Certainly their employees locally will be harmed and the ripple of these changes will be felt by the art glass community around the world._x000D_ _x000D_ I don't understand. I thought Oregon supported the arts. I thought Portland supported local businesses and workers. I have never been more disappointed to call Portland home._x000D_ _x000D_ Please oppose these new rules. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you, _x000D_ _x000D_ Callie_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 18 | Candace Pratt | candace@icingsglass.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My name is Candace Pratt. I worked in the food industry (NORPAC in Stayton, OR) and other ag industry firms for more than 20 years and most recently as a glass artist for over a decade here in Portland. I have a masters degree in food chemistry._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I ask you to please allow Bullseye and Uroboros the time to install the baghouses that will capture the emissions from cadmium and chromium without forcing them to stop production of the those products containing chromium. (As you know they’ve already stopped production of red, orange and yellow glass). _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This is very vibrant industry in Portland, and the tests to date do not show sufficient concern as to further restrict their production. The necessary equipment is being installed to scrub the emissions; that is sufficient in my opinion._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Candace Pratt_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Candace Pratt_x000D_ _x000D_ Icings, LLC_x000D_ _x000D_ 296 SW Moonridge Pl._x000D_ _x000D_ Portland, OR 97225_x000D_ _x000D_ cell 503-780-9046_x000D_ _x000D_ studio 503-296-6758_x000D_ _x000D_ candace@icingsglass.com_x000D_ _x000D_ http://www.icingsglass.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 19 | Carla Koehler | koehlerc@chem.ucla.edu |
Dear Joni Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation, making glass locally in the U.S., rather than outsourcing more work to places such as China. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon and for their efforts in producing a product that is “Made in U.S.A.”_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye has been upstanding in its efforts to meet requirements for “clean production” and had been following DEQ guidelines. Recently, the DEQ had identified potentially high levels of cadmium and arsenic in the air and Bullseye has stopped production of these glass lines. However, the results produced by DEQ do not necessarily indicate that Bullseye has produced this, but they have complied by stopping production until new baghouse collection systems can be installed. _x000D_ _x000D_ As I understand, they may be asked to stop all production of Chromium-based glass. Scientific evidence clearly supports that the heat used in glass generation does not change Chromium (III) into Chromium (VI) and this has not previously been an issue. I am a biochemist at UCLA and believe that the public have over-reacted and this has driven the current developments._x000D_ _x000D_ To ask Bullseye to halt production using Chromium (III) is simply an overreaction to public and political issues. Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass is an example of the type of local company we want to keep in America. They have been pro-active in dealing with environmental issues. From what I have read, DEQ may not have been communicating with them in a timely and effective manner and the response that is developing is one to now ask Bullseye to stop glass production, potentially putting them out of business. _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to consider the scientific evidence and then work with Bullseye Glass to allow them to maintain their local, made-in –USA business._x000D_ _x000D_ Carla Koehler_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Carla Koehler_x000D_ Professor_x000D_ Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, UCLA_x000D_ Box 951569 (for post)_x000D_ 607 Charles E. Young Drive E. (for courier)_x000D_ Los Angeles, CA 90095-1569_x000D_ _x000D_ email: koehler@chem.ucla.edu_x000D_ homepage: <http://koehler.chem.ucla.edu> http://koehler.chem.ucla.edu_x000D_ _x000D_ TEL: +1 310 794 4834_x000D_ FAX: +1 310 206 4038 _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 20 | Carmen Vetter | carmenvetter@gmail.com |
Dear Joni,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am an artist who works with Bullseye glass and I live in inner SE Portland. In 20 years as a customer I have never known Bullseye to be anything but the most ethical and upstanding business. They employ 140 of the most creative hardworking people and their product makes possible the employment of untold others here in Portland and globally. The artistic community is what makes Portland the amazing city that it is. PLEASE consider the science before you take action that could destroy an entire art form and greatly damage all of the people it supports, including myself. Do not let the politics of fear be the decider here, I beg of you. _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Carmen Vetter _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPhone_x000D_ |
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| 21 | Carol Carson | carsonglass@me.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation.
Bullseye understands the public interest and supports stronger
environmental standards for our industry. To that effect, the
company has already began the process of installing 99% efficient
baghouses on furnaces that melt Chromium._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Scientific evidence shows BUllseye's use of the compound is not harmful. Nevertheless, DEQ wants to restrict Bullseye from using Cr(III) for an extended period of time. They are essentially basing these rules off an assumption of guilt without any supporting evidence._x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ These newly proposed regulations are based on politics and fear, not science. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Carol Carson_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 22 | Carol Feiertag | carolfeiertag@me.com |
A Plea from a concerned citizen:_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Carol Feiertag_x000D_ |
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| 23 | Carol Feiertag | carolfeiertag@icloud.com |
Dear Mr. Hammond:_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Carol Feiertag_x000D_ |
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| 24 | Catharine Newell | catharine.newell@comcast.net |
Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as an exceptionally responsible and long standing citizen of the social and business community of Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Scientific evidence clearly indicates that Bullseye’s furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, rather than rushing to placate an excitable community by imposing poorly written and misdirected controls._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Catharine Newell_x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Artist_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Catharine Newell Studio_x000D_ _x000D_ catharine.newell@comcast.net <mailto:catharine.newell@comcast.net> _x000D_ _x000D_ 503.236.2175_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 25 | Cathryn Shilling | glass@cathrynshilling.co.uk |
Dear Mr Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Kind regards_x000D_ _x000D_ Cathryn Shilling_x000D_ _x000D_ www.cathrynshilling.co.uk <http://www.cathrynshilling.co.uk/> _x000D_ +44 7940 708 275_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ News & Exhibitions:_x000D_ Collective Genius Masterpieces from the Devereux & Huskie Glassworks 3rd May - 11th June, Vessel Gallery, London_x000D_ _x000D_ Recollections Celebrating 40 Years of London Glassblowing 20th May - 11th June 2016, The Gallery at London Glassblowing, London_x000D_ Glass 2016 An Exhibition of Ten Selected Artists in Glass 21st May - 12th July, _x000D_ Pyramid Gallery, York_x000D_ Designer Crafts at the Mall 11th - 21st August, Mall Galleries, London_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 26 | Chantale Langlois | chantale@fusedenergy.com |
_x000D_ > _x000D_ > Dear Mrs.Hammond _x000D_ > _x000D_ > Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ > _x000D_ > Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ > _x000D_ > Warm regards,_x000D_ > _x000D_ > Chantale Langlois _x000D_ > Fusedenergy.com_x000D_ > Chantale@fusedenergy.com _x000D_ > _x000D_ > _x000D_ |
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| 27 | Charlene Fort | charfort@gmail.com |
Good Morning, I'm not certain exactly what part you play in this
situation, however, I know the part I play in it. _x000D_ _x000D_ I've been a glass blower for 15 years. I live in Hood River and blow in The Dalles. All of our raw materials comes from either Bullseye or Uroboros Glass Companies. I am a retired science teacher from Portland Public Schools and taught in the areas that were affected by this scare tactic. I realize there is real concern and it should have been addressed years ago. However, doing it in such a "witch hunt" fashion has truly tainted my estimation of our DEQ and our salivating media._x000D_ _x000D_ As a science teacher I tried to instill the idea that before you could spout out statements and use them as facts, they had to be tested and tested and tested. So far based solely on what I've been reading through the media (mostly the Oregonian), the initial scare was "Oh so tested!" However, after numerous days, further tests of the soil have in fact left much to be in-conclusive._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Mixing light or even heavy industry with housing is never a good idea. The cement plants....my oh my....they are very polluting....large and destructive, casting companies are equally polluting as can be stated for many companies both large and small._x000D_ _x000D_ Before I get lost in ramblings of my own, let me say that the latest issue seems to be around Chromium III and its POSSIBLY being turned into Chromium IV. May I refer you to more scientific information before you actually jump on a mis-directed band-wagon?_x000D_ Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University: <http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html> http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ -- All this has to do with the type of mixture that is used in heating the glass. When a flame is neutral, glass is happy...when there is a reducing flame( more propane/natural gas than oxygen) it will bring out the metals to the surface of the glass which will RUIN green glass fast. Obviously when I purchase green glass from Bullseye, Uroboros, it is green and that alone states that the heat source was in a neutral environment AND SAFE. Otherwise I wouldn't be purchasing glass that is that beautiful green colour. _x000D_ _x000D_ Any government knows instinctively or experimentally that if you stir up enough FEAR you can control the population. Here is an absolutely perfect example of it. _x000D_ Keep the fear going and you will direct the people. Please get off that track._x000D_ _x000D_ Insist on the protection from ALL COMPANIES USING THESE PRODUCTS and then enforce the protections. Otherwise, quit singling out smaller companies to cast the blame upon._x000D_ _x000D_ Might I also point out the companies that are being singled out have voluntarily stopped using chemicals that produce the reds, oranges, yellows and are installing better filters. These companies are in good faith and responsible partners to our environment. Don't drive them out of business because of mis-guided information that isn't completely true._x000D_ _x000D_ When you think of the economic impact of having world recognized and respected glass dealers in PORTLAND, OREGON, you really need to know which cliff you are hanging onto. Thousands of people flock into Portland for conferences and many of these conferences are put on by the leaders in the industry...mainly Bullseye and Uroboros. Hundreds of thousands of pounds of glass are shipped WORLD-WIDE from Portland....Heads on Beds benefits from these conferences. I can go on ad nauseum but will limit my time with you to simply request that you seriously look at the science behind the Chromium III / IV issue before you knee-jerk react because of a populace that is being led by FEAR. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Charlene Fort/Morning Sun Studio, Hood River, OR._x000D_ |
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| 28 | Cherie Kennedy | teacak@sbcglobal.net |
Dear Gentlemen;_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. It will be in poor judgement to impose regulations not based on a facts, but on a feeling as a "likely source of metals air emissions". It would be irresponsible to not have additional testing and a definitive conclusion to the issue at hand._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please do not pass regulations and judgement until additional study can find a conclusion based on facts._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Cherie Kennedy_x000D_ Infinite Glass Art_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ |
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| 29 | Cheryl McGaffey | dls@designlitestudio.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ And personally I have never heard of any company being shut down without a chance to comply with any NEW regulations government decides to implement._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Cheryl McGaffey_x000D_ _x000D_ 6218 N. Oberlin St_x000D_ _x000D_ Portland, OR 97203_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 30 | Cheryl Mellnik | cmellnik@comcast.net |
Greetings Director Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am a third generation Oregonian and longtime resident of Portland (over 30 years). I am sincerely interested in the wellbeing of everyone who calls this great city home. I have followed the sequence of events and information on Portland’s air quality as reported in The Oregonian. I was particularly disturbed about the length of time that the DEQ took to finally report the findings of the moss tests. This was really a betrayal of trust, as a citizen, we expect governmental departments to do the job they are paid to do._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ However, regulatory decisions should be based on scientific protocol and evidence, not emotional judgments or political ‘hot button’ issues. I have taken classes at Bullseye Glass over several years and attended Chroma-Culture, the by-yearly educational conference that was held here in Portland in 2013. This event drew important presenters, artists, and educators in glass from around the world. Glass production is a science, and I know Bullseye will do everything that is required to be a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Again, regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist and professor of glass, Dr. LaCourse has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. Here is the link to his statement: _x000D_ _x000D_ http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge the DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not rush to impose poorly written and misdirected rules. As the old saying goes ‘don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater’! Thank you for your thoughtful consideration of this important matter._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Cheryl Mellnik_x000D_ _x000D_ 503-248-0577_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 31 | Chris Winter | chris@crag.org |
To Acting Director Hammond and Members of the Environmental Quality
Commission - _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email a set of comments on the proposed temporary rule that would apply to colored art glass manufacturing facilities. These comments are submitted on behalf of Crag Law Center, Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Neighbors for Clean Air, OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon, Eastside Portland Air Coalition, Coalition for Communities of Color, Oregon Environmental Council, Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility, Verde, Beyond Toxics, and the Portland African American Leadership Forum. We have also attached a proposed alternative set of temporary rules that we ask be considered by the EQC._x000D_ _x000D_ We will also submit these materials via DEQ’s web portal. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter_x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 917 Sw Oak St._x000D_ Suite 417_x000D_ Portland, OR 97205_x000D_ (503) 525-2725_x000D_ Fax (503) 296-5454_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ Protecting and sustaining the natural legacy of the Pacific Northwest_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ On Mar 15, 2016, at 10:46 AM, Chris Winter <chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ To the Members of the Environmental Quality Commission: _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email testimony that I plan to present at the meeting of the Commission this afternoon. These comments are submitted on behalf of Crag Law Center, Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Neighbors for Clean Air, and OPAL Environmental Justice. We are asking that the Commission defer consideration of the proposed temporary rules until the public is provided with a very modest 14-day comment period on the rule package. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter_x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 917 Sw Oak St._x000D_ Suite 417_x000D_ Portland, OR 97205_x000D_ (503) 525-2725_x000D_ Fax (503) 296-5454_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ Protecting and sustaining the natural legacy of the Pacific Northwest_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <3-15-16 - EQC Testimony.pdf> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 32 | Chris Winter | chris@crag.org |
To Acting Director Hammond and Members of the Environmental Quality
Commission - _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email a set of comments on the proposed temporary rule that would apply to colored art glass manufacturing facilities. These comments are submitted on behalf of Crag Law Center, Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Neighbors for Clean Air, OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon, Eastside Portland Air Coalition, Coalition for Communities of Color, Oregon Environmental Council, Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility, Verde, Beyond Toxics, and the Portland African American Leadership Forum. We have also attached a proposed alternative set of temporary rules that we ask be considered by the EQC._x000D_ _x000D_ We will also submit these materials via DEQ’s web portal. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter_x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 917 Sw Oak St._x000D_ Suite 417_x000D_ Portland, OR 97205_x000D_ (503) 525-2725_x000D_ Fax (503) 296-5454_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ Protecting and sustaining the natural legacy of the Pacific Northwest_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ On Mar 15, 2016, at 10:46 AM, Chris Winter <chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ To the Members of the Environmental Quality Commission: _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email testimony that I plan to present at the meeting of the Commission this afternoon. These comments are submitted on behalf of Crag Law Center, Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Neighbors for Clean Air, and OPAL Environmental Justice. We are asking that the Commission defer consideration of the proposed temporary rules until the public is provided with a very modest 14-day comment period on the rule package. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter_x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 917 Sw Oak St._x000D_ Suite 417_x000D_ Portland, OR 97205_x000D_ (503) 525-2725_x000D_ Fax (503) 296-5454_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ Protecting and sustaining the natural legacy of the Pacific Northwest_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <3-15-16 - EQC Testimony.pdf> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 33 | Chris Winter | chris@crag.org |
There was an error in the earlier message regarding one of the
attachments. Please refer to the two documents that are attached
to this email. Thank you and apologies for the confusion. _x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter _x000D_ _x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 503-525-2725_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ On Mar 30, 2016, at 9:09 AM, Chris Winter <chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ To Acting Director Hammond and Members of the Environmental Quality Commission - _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email a set of comments on the proposed temporary rule that would apply to colored art glass manufacturing facilities. These comments are submitted on behalf of Crag Law Center, Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Neighbors for Clean Air, OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon, Eastside Portland Air Coalition, Coalition for Communities of Color, Oregon Environmental Council, Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility, Verde, Beyond Toxics, and the Portland African American Leadership Forum. We have also attached a proposed alternative set of temporary rules that we ask be considered by the EQC._x000D_ _x000D_ We will also submit these materials via DEQ’s web portal. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter_x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 917 Sw Oak St._x000D_ Suite 417_x000D_ Portland, OR 97205_x000D_ (503) 525-2725_x000D_ Fax (503) 296-5454_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ Protecting and sustaining the natural legacy of the Pacific Northwest_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <3-30-16 - Final Group Comments on Temporary Rule.pdf> _x000D_ <3-30-16 - Proposed Temporary Glass Mfr Rules.pdf> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ On Mar 15, 2016, at 10:46 AM, Chris Winter <chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ To the Members of the Environmental Quality Commission: _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email testimony that I plan to present at the meeting of the Commission this afternoon. These comments are submitted on behalf of Crag Law Center, Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Neighbors for Clean Air, and OPAL Environmental Justice. We are asking that the Commission defer consideration of the proposed temporary rules until the public is provided with a very modest 14-day comment period on the rule package. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Chris Winter_x000D_ Co-Executive Director_x000D_ Crag Law Center_x000D_ 917 Sw Oak St._x000D_ Suite 417_x000D_ Portland, OR 97205_x000D_ (503) 525-2725_x000D_ Fax (503) 296-5454_x000D_ chris@crag.org <mailto:chris@crag.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ Protecting and sustaining the natural legacy of the Pacific Northwest_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <3-15-16 - EQC Testimony.pdf> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 34 | Cindy | lunarisen@aol.com |
Help please Today!_x000D_ Please stop, or at least delay the action being taken in Portland Oregon _x000D_ against the Glass companies._x000D_ _x000D_ I am sorry this is a poorly constructed cry for help .. there is no time left. _x000D_ The science does not support the enactment being imposed without proper review, _x000D_ or provide an opportunity for members of the community to address the issue._x000D_ These glass companies work very hard to keep the community safe. They have met previous requirements and will continue to improve their efforts, now that new data has come to their attention. _x000D_ The original article was alarmist, and inaccurate. _x000D_ The follow up DEQ article was poorly distributed, or ignored._x000D_ These new 'temporary' restrictions are inappropriate._x000D_ Please request a review of the science, before issuing these restrictions._x000D_ We need a common sense review, not an alarmist reaction._x000D_ Yes we want to protect our residents, _x000D_ but placing blame on the wrong businesses will not correct the problem, _x000D_ and will put some well-intentioned businesses out of business … not to mention, the glass artists._x000D_ Thank you_x000D_ Cindy_x000D_ _x000D_ please review this informative e-mail:_x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 7:15 am_x000D_ Subject: FW: Important letter from Bullseye_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ _x000D_ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass Co. needs your help. _x000D_ _x000D_ Tomorrow, DEQ is proposing a set of sweeping “temporary” regulations that will severely curtail our production, without clear supporting evidence or an understanding of how we make our glass. _x000D_ _x000D_ See the agenda and proposed temporary rules here: http://www.oregon.gov/deq/EQC/Documents/2016/031516eqcAgenda.pdf_x000D_ _x000D_ The primary issue is our use of trivalent chromium Cr(III). Both DEQ and EPA have acknowledged there is no clear evidence of acute or chronic health risks based on Bullseye’s use of Cr(III), which is a harmless and naturally occurring compound. The limitations proposed are based on politics and anchored in speculation that some of these compounds might possibly change into a more toxic form of Chromium in our furnaces. _x000D_ _x000D_ Scientific evidence clearly indicates our furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. If they did, our glass would be ruined. For more information on this, see this explanation by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University: http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye understands the public interest and supports stronger environmental standards for our industry. To that effect, the company has already began the process of installing 99% efficient baghouses on furnaces that melt Chromium. We’ve agreed to test these filtration devices once they’re installed and in operation._x000D_ _x000D_ As many of you know, Chromium III is essential to us producing the glass you rely on. Scientific evidence shows our use of the compound is not harmful. Nevertheless, DEQ wants to restrict Bullseye from using Cr(III) for an extended period of time. They are essentially basing these rules off an assumption of guilt without any supporting evidence._x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ These newly proposed regulations are based on politics and fear, not science. They come right after DEQ’s executive director was forced to resign and its lead air monitor left the agency. These regulations could be forced upon us in the next 24 hours via a temporary rule making procedure by DEQ._x000D_ _x000D_ If we are not allowed to use Cr (III), we can no longer make green glass. On top of our voluntary suspension of cadmium glass production until our baghouse is in place, this new limitation would eliminate 50% of our product line. It would result in employee layoffs, huge economic impacts to Bullseye and our worldwide customers, and could even drive us out of business. _x000D_ _x000D_ (To contact us on this subject, please send email to our Environmental Information email at questions@bullseyeglass.com <mailto:questions@bullseyeglass.com> .)_x000D_ _x000D_ Warm regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ Dan Schwoerer and Lani McGregor_x000D_ _x000D_ And the people of Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ????›???????????????????????›??????????????????????????‰??‰????????????????????????????›????????????????????????????????????????????›???????????????????›??????????????????????›??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????›?????????????????????????????????‰‰? |
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| 35 | Claire Moore | clairemoore77@hotmail.com |
Dear Sirs/Madams,_x000D_ I am a glass artist working in the UK. I am aware that you have a meeting today regarding the potential problems arising from glass manufacture in the Portland area. I would like to ask you to consider carefully the impact of your decisions today throughout the world, and to make sure that it is based wholly on the scientific evidence presented. I, like most artists I know am very concerned about environmental issues and would not be happy using Bullseye Glass, if I thought that they were polluting the environment. However, I believe that all the scientific evidence shows that the glass production is safe. Furthermore, I believe people at Bullseye Glass are equally concerned about the environment and are eager to put in further measures to ensure the safety of their output. Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation and I fully support them. _x000D_ I am looking forward to visiting Portland later in the year and attending a course at Bullseye Glass. I feel they are an asset to the area. _x000D_ _x000D_ Claire Moore (Bluebell Glass UK)_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 36 | Coella Glass | vgreen1us@yahoo.com |
_x000D_ Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ I'm asking that you NOT impose “temporary” regulations on Bullseye without there being some real evidence that it is needed. Bullseye Glass has been a responsible part of our community for many years. If we start this kind of reaction with the glass industry, where does it stop? Bullseye is trying to continue their operations (keeping local people employed!) while improving air quality controls. Please do not allow this reaction prior to ALL of the needed data._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Vicki Green_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 37 | Connie Munford | craemunford@gmail.com |
To Those Who Are Considering enforcing sweeping “temporary”
regulations that will severely curtail Bullseye glass production,:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I understand your desire to protect those who live in the area of the Bullseye plant, but quick judgment of the situation without regard for the facts is putting an entire industry at risk. The impact on many could be irreversible. Many of the people who use the products from Bullseye have a huge investment in their businesses- this is not just a craft project! If a company has been in compliance with regulations and is taking steps to keep in compliance they should not be shut down unless there are irrefutable facts that immediate and undeniable harm will ensue. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I understand that media hype has made the neighbors of Bullseye uncomfortable. But it is your responsibility to look at all sides of this situation and base decisions on facts and not emotions. Those of us who depend on Bullseye glass for our livelihood are depending on you to represent all sides of this situation. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We all want a clean environment; but if shutting down the production for a period of time greatly impacts our industry and may literally have zero impact on the overall environment for that brief period of time when new safeguards are being installed this must be considered. I believe it is your responsibility to have clear supporting evidence of harm and an understanding of how the glass is made before you legislate crippling regulations for an entire industry built on the products of Bullseye. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank-you for your fair representation,_x000D_ _x000D_ Connie Munford_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 38 | Corinna Horsell | corinnahorsell@hotmail.com |
Dear Joni,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I support Bullseye Glass’ efforts to continue operating as a responsible citizen of Portland’s social and business community. Bullseye Glass has a history of responsible operation, has remained in compliance with DEQ permits, and is committed to installing 99% efficient baghouses on furnaces that melt Chromium. Chromium III is essential to Bullseye’s product line, and the use of this compound is not harmful, as supported by scientific evidence which indicates the furnace environment cannot change Chromium III into the harmful Chromium VI. Why implement additional limitations on Bullseye’s use of Chromium III when there is no evidence to suggest its use is harmful? I urge DEQ to make regulatory decisions based on science, not conjecture. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thousands of families around the world depend on the art glass products Bullseye makes right here in Portland, Oregon, USA – my family included. As a native Oregonian, I am saddened and frustrated to see local industry, a small business, persecuted in the name of politics. I have lived in East Portland for more than 14 years, and worked for Bullseye for 12 years. This fantastic family owned business has time and again supported healthy growing families; and it will continue to do so if you allow Bullseye to have the opportunity to remain in business. Please do the right thing, and base your decisions on facts that will allow local industry develop and thrive. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Corinna Horsell_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 39 | Dale Feik | dfeik33@comcast.net |
To: Environmental Quality Commissioners Via: Stephanie Caldera,
Administrative Assistant to EQC, 503-229-5301 _x000D_ _x000D_ Jane O’Keeffe, Chair_x000D_ _x000D_ Ed Armstrong, Vice Chair_x000D_ _x000D_ Morgan Rider_x000D_ _x000D_ Colleen Johnson_x000D_ _x000D_ Melinda Eden _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Joni Hammond, Interim Director, DEQ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Cc: Victoria Lowe, Forest Grove City Councilor _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Dale Feik_x000D_ _x000D_ Date: March 15, 2016_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Re: Things to consider while deciding Temporary rules for Glass coloring Factories & more input on hiring new DEQ Director _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Mary O’Brian and Lisa Arkin wrote an Opinion Letter to the Editor that was published in the Oregonian March 2, 2016. Please read and consider the necessity of asking the lobbyist for DEQ, Palmer Mason, to lobby our State Legislators to repeal a law that was passed to prevent cities to adopt the kind of toxic chemical reporting that is required in Eugene. I have attached the Opinion letter and copied and pasted it below._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have also attached the Willamette Week article written around 1995 that highly criticizes DEQ’s authorizing ‘Bubble Permits” to Intel. Those Bubble permits are still authorized. Mary O’Brien is quoted in that extensive article._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ More input of hiring procedures of new, acting, interim, permanent DEQ Director. Victoria Lowe, Forest Grove City Councilor who made public comment March 14, 2016, forgot to mention during her comment time that another option would be for you to request that an experienced EPA Administrator be asked to serve as an Interim Director until you get the details worked out and get hired a permanent directory. Something to consider._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ --------------------------_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <http://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2016/03/post_160.html> http://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/index.ssf/2016/03/post_160.html_x000D_ _x000D_ By Mary O'Brien and Lisa Arkin_x000D_ _x000D_ It's important to know when you're being poisoned by industrial toxic discharges, whether to air, water or land. Some would even say you have a right to know. But how much you can know depends on good laws. Gaps and loopholes in federal and state regulations have allowed stained-glass manufacturing companies to pollute Portland residential neighborhoods with heavy metals without anyone knowing that extremely hazardous air pollutants were going into the air._x000D_ _x000D_ State officials stressed how "caught off-guard" they were when a U.S. Forest Service air monitoring study revealed very high levels of cadmium and arsenic in the air of several inner-city Portland neighborhoods. Thousands of people had been unknowingly exposed for decades._x000D_ _x000D_ In 1996, the citizens of Eugene amended their city constitution to make it everyone's right to know about even small amounts of toxic chemicals that local manufacturers are using and emitting. The businesses, of course, were already keeping careful track of their dollars coming in and going out. We were sure they could do the same for toxics. And now they do._x000D_ _x000D_ Each year, Eugene businesses using more than 50 pounds (5 pounds for extremely hazardous substances) of hazardous chemicals file a report with the fire marshal. The report covers chemicals federally listed in the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Accuracy is accomplished by requiring businesses to report the amount of chemicals brought onsite each year and where each toxic has gone — for instance into the air, water, stored on-site, trucked away as waste or incorporated into a product. Sensible and reliable, this reporting program is called the Community Toxics Right-to-Know law. The fire marshal's detailed report is filed online for public access, 24/7._x000D_ _x000D_ In 1999, under pressure from the Associated Oregon Industries, the Oregon Legislature voted to adopt onerous and complicated provisions making it virtually impossible for other communities to implement a community toxics right-to-know program. Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber would have had the votes to uphold a veto; he didn't do so, ignoring the need to protect public health._x000D_ _x000D_ Fast forward to Portland in 2016. The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) indicates they knew that cadmium and arsenic were elevated in Portland's air prior to the Forest Service monitoring, but they didn't know where the emissions were coming from. That's because businesses do not currently have to report toxic discharges less than 10 tons per year. Under Eugene's system, chemical reporting is by the pound, not by the ton._x000D_ _x000D_ However, these smaller sources of toxics add up. Simply put, Portland's plumes of cadmium, arsenic and chromium went up in the air and fell right through an information and regulatory gap. The situation with glass manufacturers could just be the tip of the iceberg. If Bullseye Glass and Uroboros Glass were located in Eugene, the DEQ (and the public) would have immediately known all the sources locally emitting cadmium and arsenic. Everyone would have been able to track historical emissions trends, as well as determine whether other nearby polluters were adding to the problem. Knowing might mean the difference between a resident being exposed for a short time, or in the case of Portland neighborhoods, a very long time._x000D_ _x000D_ While the wheels of toxics regulatory reform turn extremely slowly if at all at the state and federal level, communities throughout Oregon could enact right-to-know laws within the next two years if Oregon's Legislature would take its foot off the communities' necks — and their lungs and children. All it has to do is allow Community Toxics Right-to-Know, based on Eugene's tried-and-true model. Reporting toxics in, toxics out. Posting the information on a website. It's that simple, and it's a heck of an incentive to stop using toxics unnecessarily, because everyone is watching._x000D_ _x000D_ Mary O'Brien, Ph.D., is Utah Forests Program Director with the Grand Canyon Trust and original author of the "Eugene Toxics Right-to-Know" charter language. Lisa Arkin is executive director of Beyond Toxics, a statewide environmental health and justice organization, and an appointed member of the Eugene Toxics Board._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ----------------------------_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ At a previous EQC meeting I said that Hillsboro Air & Water (HAW) a project of Portland Clean Air (PCA) http://portlandcleanair.org/_x000D_ _x000D_ spent 24 days over four days, digitally copying all of the simple, standard, Air Contaminate Discharge, and Title V Air Permits for all industries in Multnomah and Washington Counties that DEQ Air Staff pulled for Seth Woolley and me at the Lloyd Center DEQ file office. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Seth has posted those on our web site. Dave Monro said that he would like to have us share those digitally copied permits with him and the department of air quality. So I am doing that now even though Dave has resigned. I am copying this to Nina Deconcini who was, I believe, Dave’s supervisor. At previous EQC meetings I encouraged you to get all written air and water permits on digital files for DEQ staff and the public. PCA/HAW is sharing this information with the public and you._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please make it a very high priority for the new Director of DEQ to get an electronic data/permit system operating efficiently for DEQ staff and the public. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Seth also posted Portland Pollution Maps -- http://portlandcleanair.org/_x000D_ _x000D_ <http://portlandcleanair.org/files/Multnomah%20Air%20Pollution%20-%20What%20You%20Can%20Do%20-%20PCA.pdf> Portland Air Pollution - What You Can Do_x000D_ _x000D_ (DEQ data by Portland Clean Air)_x000D_ _x000D_ <http://portlandcleanair.org/files/Multnomah%202014%20EPA%20TRI%20-%20PCA.pdf> Portland 2014 EPA Toxic Release Inventory_x000D_ _x000D_ (EPA data by Portland Clean Air)_x000D_ _x000D_ <http://portlandcleanair.org/files/Multnomah%20Air%20Pollution%20-%20Cancer%20Risk%20Maps%20-%20PCA.pdf> Portland Air Pollution Cancer Risk Maps_x000D_ _x000D_ (DEQ, EPA data by Portland Clean Air)_x000D_ _x000D_ <http://projects.oregonlive.com/arsenic/> Multnomah Lead, Arsenic, & Nickel Moss map_x000D_ _x000D_ (Forest Service data by Oregonian)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I also attached a HAW Fact sheet and our first HAW Newsletter for your information. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Feik, Spokesperson for Hillsboro Air and Water (HAW) _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Cc: Seth Woolley, PCA, Board Director and Media Contact _x000D_ _x000D_ Greg Bourget, PCA, Executive Director, Researcher, and Volunteer Coordinator_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ??????Ã??????????????????????????????????????????›???????????????????????????????????›?????????›?‚?_x0019_??Ã????_x0017_??Ã??????????????›?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????›????????? |
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| 40 | Dale Feik | dfeik33@comcast.net |
To: Environmental Quality Commissioners Via: Stephanie Caldera,
Administrative Assistant to EQC, 503-229-5301 _x000D_ _x000D_ Jane O’Keeffe, Chair_x000D_ _x000D_ Ed Armstrong, Vice Chair_x000D_ _x000D_ Morgan Rider_x000D_ _x000D_ Colleen Johnson_x000D_ _x000D_ Melinda Eden _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Joni Hammond, Interim Director, DEQ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Dale Feik_x000D_ _x000D_ Date: March 30, 2016_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ After reading the proposed Temporary Rules that apply to the colored-glass manufacturing companies in Portland, I believe that they are necessary to protect the immediate and long-term health of the people who live close to those plants. Even the people who do not live close by will be affected because those toxic emissions, after being diluted by mixing with the air, still linger on. Every toxic emission matters! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The goal of the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act is to eliminate toxic emissions, not just reduce them. That is why in the Clean Water Act, the EPA and State Environmental Quality Regulatory Agencies have to approve industries’ National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. Many lobbyists and attorneys representing industries (Association for Oregon Industries – Air Quality Committee co-chaired by Thomas Wood and Mark Morford) have convinced DEQ and you to make decisions that do not seriously prejudice them so that the industries can make huge profits without being held to the strictest environmental emission controls possible. With the hiring of a new Director of DEQ I hope that the DEQ staff will make recommendations to you that are stricter than current Federal rules – rules that DEQ has the authority to make. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Specifically, I believe that the Temporary Rules need to be enhanced by:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Changing the wording so that they apply to not just Portland but to at least the Portland Metro area – better yet, to all glass manufacturers and glass makers statewide._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I requested from the State Fire Marshal in Salem all of the extremely Hazardous Chemicals that Intel had stored onsite in the years 2010 through 2015 in Washington County. Intel manufacturing plants in Hillsboro and Aloha are classified by the State Fire Marshal as Extremely Hazardous Facilities. The very long lists of Flammable, Corrosive, Acute Health Hazard, Combustible, Poisonous Substances, and Chemicals are overwhelming even to Fire Fighter Emergency Response teams. The State Fire Marshal’s office administers the 1986 Federal Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know law which has never been implemented well at the Local Emergency Planning Committee County level. Many of those Intel Extremely Hazardous Substances are heavy metals which are also used by the glass manufacturing industry – lead, copper, zinc cadmium, arsenic, chromium and others, and because of propriety laws, are unnamed._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The Southwest Organizing Project in New Mexico wrote the book titled Intel Inside, A Case Study of Environmental and Social Injustice. Most of that injustice had to do with politicians/lobbyists blocking effective environmental laws that would have protected the large Latino population who live by Intel’s facilities who emit tons, not just pounds, of toxic emissions. Any Temporary Rule in Oregon needs to be sufficient to protect the environmental health of our most vulnerable residents, not just the ones living by the glass manufacturing plants. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As you know, I objected to the Temporary Rule that you adopted for six months without public comment so that Intel in Washington County and On-Manufacturing semi-conductor facility in Multnomah County would not have to follow the then current DEQ rule to control greenhouse gases. Toxic air emissions (heavy metals, fluorine related substances) create many health related diseases but greenhouse gas emissions caused by the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) in the long run will make our planet inhabitable by animal life as we know it. When you decide the details of the Temporary Rule, please consider the statement of the 21 Youth Plaintiffs ages 8 through19 who sued the Federal Government and the Fossil Fuel Industry. I have attached the statements made by those 21 youth – those statements are beside each youth’s picture. http://ourchildrenstrust.org/federalplaintiffs_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In summary, colored glass has many interesting features depending on your point of view and qualities of materials used. Many people now wish that public health took precedence over artistic beauty. What good is beauty if you get sick or die from that beauty? Please adopt very strict Temporary Rules and make them Permanent. This time I would be in favor of you doing that. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 41 | Dave Bartles | dwbart1@gmail.com |
To: John Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have been a long standing customer and friend of Bullseye Glass. My experience with them in the last 15 years is that they are a caring community minded organization and wouldn't dream of harming Portland, it's air quality or it's citizens. If they have additional responsibilities in air quality cleanup give them a clear path - but don't allow them to be villified and found guilty before a reasonable examination of the facts._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I sincerely hope that you and your team will look beyond the political villification of Bullseye and carefully examine and then work with them to fix whatever may need to be fixed. Enough of this trial by media!_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Dave Bartles_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 42 | Dave Bartles | dwbart1@gmail.com |
To: Joni Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ First, I apologize, I hit send - before I realized I had sent my previous message meant for you addressed as "John" - sorry!_x000D_ Anyway, I have been a long standing customer and friend of Bullseye Glass. My experience with them in the last 15 years is that they are a caring community minded organization and wouldn't dream of harming Portland, it's air quality or it's citizens. If they have additional responsibilities in air quality cleanup give them a clear path - but don't allow them to be villified and found guilty in the media before a reasonable examination of the facts._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I sincerely hope that you and your team will look beyond the political villification of Bullseye and carefully examine and then work with them to fix whatever may need to be fixed. Enough of this trial by media!_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Dave Bartles_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 43 | David Walland | davidwalland@googlemail.com |
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you in regard to the proposed stop being put on the use by Bullseye Glass Co. of trivalent Chromium in their production of glass at their factory in Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am a retired Englishman, who worked for many years in University Radiation Protection here in the UK. I was a representative of a professional society on a National Committee which met regularly with the UK Environment Agency, have been involved in the writing of many Environmental Impact Statements and feel that I have the professional skills to make a significant input in this matter._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am married to a Danish-born Glass Artist working here in the North East of England._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ There are two major issues of fact which need to be upheld here:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Under the conditions used in the manufacture of Bullseye glass, there is no way in which hexavalent chromium can be made and released to the environment. This is a scientific fact._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ It is a principle of American law that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. In proposing the shut down of a major part of Bullseye Glass Company’s production, this principle is being set aside without any cause whatsoever._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This is to place the State of Oregon in a very dangerous position in law._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass is a vital medium for a very large part of the world-wide studio glass movement. Those, like my wife, who do not actually use the glass produced by Bullseye Glass Co., are dependant on vendors world-wide for their other requisites, these suppliers depending on their sales of Bullseye glass for their continuing existence._x000D_ _x000D_ Can the State of Oregon risk the massive cost of an indefensible law suit by small companies around the world, in a class action, due to the scientifically invalid prevention of this company continuing its legal manufacture of this glass, by the state legislature?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have listened to representatives of Bullseye Glass company a number of times and am well aware of their commitment to the environment. I have already offered my knowledge to them if it can be of any use. Otherwise I have no contact with the company and am writing to you all for no other reason than to attempt to prevent the unnecessary damage proposed to the world-wide Studio Glass community many of whom are my very good friends and one of whom is my wife of more than 30 years._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Yours faithfully_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ David J Walland_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 44 | dbutvila@gmail.com | dbutvila@gmail.com |
DEQ is proposing a set of sweeping regulations that will severely
curtail Bullseye glass production, without clear supporting evidence
or an understanding of how they make glass._x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. _x000D_ _x000D_ We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Regards,_x000D_ Deive Butvila_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 45 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department
of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ????Â???Z????????????????????????????????‰‰? |
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An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department
of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.go <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ???????Â????????????????????????‰‰? |
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| 47 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
-----Original Message-----_x000D_ _x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a |
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| 48 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a Public/Private Partnership in the Matter of Management of Heavy Metals in Portland--An Alternative to Proposed Temporary Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov_x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?????????????????????????????? |
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| 49 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message----- _x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com <mailto:dcgarell@aol.com> >_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us <mailto:hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us> >_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu <mailto:irislitt@stanford.edu> >; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com <mailto:lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com> >_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a Public/Private Partnership in the Matter of Management of Heavy Metals in Portland--An Alternative to Proposed Temporary Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ |
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| 50 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
Might you forward this e-mail to Representative Earl Blmenauer.
(l https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html)?
_x000D_ I am unable to send from my computer this evening and I want to be sure he is copied..Thanks, Dale Garell_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a Public/Private Partnership in the Matter of Management of Heavy Metals in Portland--An Alternative to Proposed Temporary Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ??????.????????????1??????????????????????n??????_x001C_?/??????????????????????????????????????????????e???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? |
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| 51 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a Public/Private Partnership in the Matter of Management of Heavy Metals in Portland--An Alternative to Proposed Temporary Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ |
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| 52 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a Public/Private Partnership in the Matter of Management of Heavy Metals in Portland--An Alternative to Proposed Temporary Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ email: <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> dan@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:dan@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email: <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> nick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:nick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ |
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| 53 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
-----Original Message-----_x000D_ _x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a |
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| 54 | dcgarell@aol.com | dcgarell@aol.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ From: dcgarell <dcgarell@aol.com>_x000D_ To: hammond.joni <hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us>_x000D_ Cc: irislitt <irislitt@stanford.edu>; lanimcgregor <lanimcgregor@bullseyeglass.com>_x000D_ Sent: Tue, Mar 15, 2016 12:20 am_x000D_ Subject: Creation of a Public/Private Partnership in the Matter of Management of Heavy Metals in Portland--An Alternative to Proposed Temporary Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ An open letter to: Joni Hammond (Interim Director) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have read with interest the current issues raised by the finding of heavy metals in the air in the southeast part of Portland. And, a proposal to establish temporary standards to limit the use of Chromium III (CRIII) used in the production of green glass for artistic used is scheduled for tomorrow. My wife is a glass artist who uses products produced by Bullseye Glass Co._x000D_ _x000D_ And, I understand the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ 1) The owners of Bullseye Glass have been responsive to these concerns, have discontinued production of glass that may be associated with these products and are working to implement a permanent solution for all identified heavy metals used in the production of their glass products._x000D_ _x000D_ 2) There are certain public health concerns that both the local and state authorities have identified, have sought to find a remedy for these findings and have acted responsibly in carrying out their duties;_x000D_ _x000D_ 3) That current federal standards do not cover this situation in smaller glass facilities;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4) There are differences of opinion about the possibility of production of CR VI when using CRIII ; and, _x000D_ _x000D_ 5) That a hearing is scheduled tomorrow to approve temporary standards in this regard. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to respectfully ask that the DEQ explore alternatives to implementation of these standards. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is, it seems to me, a need to find a balanced remedy that protects both the public health and also _x000D_ protects the interests of these businesses who provide a resource for the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that all interested parties form an ongoing working group to determine how best to manage this public health concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Overly protective regulations that threaten the viability of small glass manufacturers are not the answer, particularly when, as I understand it, they have agreed to fully cooperate with the proposed safeguards, have provided scientific information regarding the possibility of CR VI formation during the process; and have agreed that measures will be put in place to assure their compliance and to protect the public safety and environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a broad based group of stakeholders should be charged with reporting back to the City, State and Federal government their findings; examine available science regarding the use of CRIII in production of glass; provide transparency for the community at large for their findings and recommendations; and, see that a mechanism is put in place to assure creation of an effective monitoring system that reports any changes in levels of toxicity until a more permanent remedy is found. _x000D_ _x000D_ Such a public-private partnership is consistent with Oregon's values and its concerns for the health and well being of all our members of the community. There are no bad guys or good guys here. Only people of good will who want to find a solution. Requiring standards to insure what might be a potential violation in the future is not consistent with these values and concerns. There is room for both preventive environmental controls in the absence of federal standards and for glass manufacturers to live and be responsible members of our business community._x000D_ _x000D_ We should expect no less._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would ask that you consider an alternative to these temporary rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale Garell, MD_x000D_ 4028 SW Dosch Park Lane_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA)_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ phone: 503-947-2340_x000D_ Email: <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> lynne.saxton@state.or.us <mailto:lynne.saxton@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-4582_x000D_ email: <https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx> https://www.oregon.gov/gov/pages/contact.aspx_x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ phone: (971) 217-8037_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ phone: (503) 986-1447_x000D_ email: <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us <mailto:Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ phone: (503) 231-2300_x000D_ email: <https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html> https://forms.house.gov/blumenauer/webforms/issue_subscribe.html_x000D_ ? _x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office _x000D_ _x000D_ Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ phone: (503) 378-5232_x000D_ email: <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov <mailto:Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ U.S. Senators_x000D_ _x000D_ Jeff Merkley_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-3386_x000D_ email: <http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact> http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ Ron Wyden_x000D_ phone: (503) 326-7525_x000D_ email: <https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact> https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ phone: (503) 988-3308_x000D_ email: <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> mult.chair@multco.us <mailto:mult.chair@multco.us> _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ _x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4120_x000D_ email: <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ ?Dan Saltzman_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4151_x000D_ emaimayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov_x000D_ _x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-3589_x000D_ email:_x000D_ _x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ phone: 503-823-3008_x000D_ email: <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> Amanda@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:Amanda@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ _x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ phone: (503) 823-4682_x000D_ email: <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> novick@portlandoregon.gov <mailto:novick@portlandoregon.gov> _x000D_ |
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| 55 | Deanna Peters | dpeters@peak.org |
RE: DEQ potential actions on Bullseye Glass Co. Portland, OR_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html _x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge the DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely_x000D_ Deanna Peters_x000D_ 37023 Soap Creek Rd_x000D_ Corvallis, OR 97330_x000D_ dpeters@peak.org <mailto:dpeters@peak.org> _x000D_ 541-745-5047_x000D_ |
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| 56 | Debbi | debbi.elmer@sbcglobal.net |
I am writing in opposition to the sweeping temporary regulations
that the DEQ is proposing today. Not only are most of the proposed
changes scientifically invalid but they also serve to hurt a
Portland business that has been a strong corporate citizen and
a huge community support. _x000D_ _x000D_ The DEQ mishandled the entire release of misinformation and now seeks to impose business killing sanctions on a business who NEVER BROKE ANY RULES. Not only is this a deplorable overreach of power, it is unconscionable. Further more, this affects small business owners across the United States and around the world who seek to make a living creating glass art. _x000D_ _x000D_ FACTS: Bullseye Glass never violated their emissions permit. They have voluntarily agreed to suspend use of certain chemicals while cooperating with the bungled DEQ investigation. They have further decided to install baghouse filters to prevent additional concerns._x000D_ _x000D_ If these misguided regulations are allowed to pass today, glass employees will lose their jobs, small glass businesses across the U.S. will be hurt or put out of business and glass artists worldwide will be injured._x000D_ _x000D_ Please oppose these regulations._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time._x000D_ _x000D_ Debbi Elmer_x000D_ Timberidge Glassworks, LLC_x000D_ Texas_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 57 | Devon Willis | willis.devon@gmail.com |
Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My name is Devon Willis. I started working at Bullseye Glass Co. almost 6 years ago mainly because I was impressed by their focus on scientific exploration and active education. They were a business that obviously cared about making the world a better place and who were constantly evolving and improving themselves. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Right now as a Bullseye employee I’m terrified but NOT about my health and safety. I’m terrified that the job I love and depend on, and the jobs that many of my friends and thousands of my customers around the country depend on is threatened. I’m frightened because I’m seeing decisions being made by organizations I once trusted based on speculation, conjecture and flat out lies that will affect me personally as well as set a frightening precedence. Right now in the news, many people are discussing the current presidential primary campaign and the use of misinformation and rhetoric to excite the voting base. Many people are laughing at some candidates’ blatant disregard for the truth, but there is also real fear that this is going to provide a foothold in our government to turn fear-mongering into law. I’m seeing the same thing happening right here right now in Portland, Oregon where media hype and a group of uninformed and frightened individuals is allowed to influence the decisions my government SHOULD be making based on scientific studies and facts. Progress needs to be made using information from credible sources using empirical evidence not as a reaction towards a public witch hunt that is in actuality delaying progress. I stand with Bullseye as they continue to do the right thing and I hope the DEQ and the EQC will too._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration,_x000D_ _x000D_ Devon_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 58 | Diana Chernofsky | dianachernofsky@gmail.com |
Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing today in support of the Bullseye Glass Company. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass has shown extreme concern for safety and environmental compliance, maintaining proper controls as directed by the agencies who have governed them._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to adhere to scientific data and common sense, and not allow yourselves to be influenced by fearful people who do not have all of the facts and are attempting to create misguided policy based on hearsay and fear._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye immediately responded to the need for a thorough review of their practices and they have been extremely compliant with all expectations for reduction and/or discontinuation of certain ingredients. Please give them the opportunity to keep 100% of their employees working while more studies are done and the facts are discovered. Until then, the regulations you are considering imposing would be nearly fatal and completely unfair. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ?Please do NOT pass the proposed temporary regulation imposing restrictions on Bullseye Glass._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration of this urgent and important matter._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Diana?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Diana Chernofsky_x000D_ _x000D_ ?13629 NW 43rd Avenue_x000D_ _x000D_ Vancouver, WA 98685_x000D_ ?_x000D_ _x000D_ Text/Tel. 1.360.608.8650_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 59 | Diana S | blastingglass@hotmail.com |
As an Oregon small business owner, I am sending this email because
of concerns regarding my main glass supplier - Bullseye Glass
Company in Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Diana Evans_x000D_ _x000D_ Designer Glass & Creations_x000D_ _x000D_ Klamath Falls, OR_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 60 | DMoeglein | dlesli62@gmail.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I'm a local fused glass artist and regular customer of Bullseye Glass. They employ wonderful, caring, helpful people, who are happy in their work--which is an indication of the same qualities in the owners of the company. Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation, and they are already hard at work making changes to reduce any possible environmental impact from their cadmium glass production. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. Furthermore, if that type of toxic chromium were to be produced in their furnaces, the glass would be ruined! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Most sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Diane Moeglein_x000D_ _x000D_ Vancouver, WA_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 61 | dolores Kueffler | kuedee@gmail.com |
I was not able to make the meeting that was held but wanted to
make my voice heard. I am a fused glass artist and also an environmentalist
so I am deeply concerned about the concentrations of heavy metals
around the glass making factories and do believe that it seems
some DEQ rules do need to be strengthened not just for the glass
factory but for other manufacturers in the dense Portland neighborhoods._x000D_ What I would like to address is a specific rule the DEQ is proposing in its temporary list related to Chromium III. There is a concern it could convert to Chromium VI which is the serious pollution concern. What I understand from the experts, such as Dr. LaCourse a leading glass scientist from Alfred University, is that the way the glass furnace operates in the making of glass would not allow this to happen as it would destroy the product. I think the decisions involved need to be based on science. Otherwise out of fear and misinformation you are needlessly destroying businesses,and jobs. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for hearing my concern,_x000D_ _x000D_ Dolores Kueffler_x000D_ Fused glass artist_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 62 | dustpaw@comcast.net | dustpaw@comcast.net |
HI,_x000D_ _x000D_ I AM WRITING TODAY REGARDING UROBOROS AND BULLSEYE GLASS. I AM A LOCAL CRAFTER WHO HAS TAKEN CLASSES AND SOLD SOME OF MY GLASS DESIGNS._x000D_ _x000D_ I AM PARTICULARLY CONCERND THAT THE CORRECT SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION SEEMS TO BE OVERRIDDEN BY PUBLIC CONCERN AND A LOT OF MEDIA HYPE. IF THE DEQ HAS DEEMED THAT THEY HAVE BEEN IN COMPLIANCE ALL OF THESE YEARS THEN FURTHER EXAMINATION OF DEQ POLICIES AND EFFICIENCY SHOULD BE EXAMINED. I TEND TO BE A BIT ON THE TRUSTING SIDE OF OUR REGULATORY COMMISSIONS AND AS SUCH DO BELIEVE THAT THESE COMPANIES HAVE BEEN IN COMPLIANCE AND DOING WHAT IS NECESSARY TO TAKE APPROPRIATE PRECAUSTIONS_x000D_ _x000D_ NO MENTION HAS BEEN MADE ABOUT THE ACTUAL FACTS THAT THE ACTUAL SPECIFIC SUPPLIES AND PROCEDURES DO NOT CAUSE HE POLLUTANTS AS SUGGESTED. THAT THE CHEMICALS DO NOT PHYSICALLY BREAKDOWN AS SUGGESTED,_x000D_ _x000D_ THE CURRENT ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT IN THIS COUNTRY IS ALARMING AND WE ARE CONSTANTLY HEARING THAT SMALL BUSINESS IS THE BACKBONE OF OUR ECONOMY SINCE IT HAS BEEN DECIDED SOMEWHERE UP THE FOODCHAIN THAT AMERICAN JOBS THAT COULD SUPPORT FAMILIES ARE BEING OUTSOURCED TO THE PHILIPINES AND OTHER COUNTRIES. WE MUST TAKE ACTION NOW BEFORE WE FALL TO THE STATE OF EUROPE WITH BANKRUPT COUNTRIES._x000D_ _x000D_ WITH 93 MILLION OUT OF WORK AND MANY MORE TAKING PART TIME POSITIONS AT VERY LOW PAY AND SOME 1/7 WORKING FAMILIES PARTICULARLY IN OREGON ON FOODSTAMPS HOW CAN IT BE OKAY TO PUT ANOTHER PROBABLY 1500 FAMILIES OUT OF WORK, INTO FOODSTAMPS, OUT OF THEIR HOMES BECAUSE THEY CAN’T MAKE PAYMENTS AND HEVENS KNOWS WHATEVER OTHER HARDSHIPS WILL BEFALL THESE FOLKS. WE NEED TO HAVE SOME SORT OF INDUSTRY EMPLOYING PEOPLE LOCALLY. WE JUST CAN’T CONTINUE SPIRALLING DOWNWARD WITH MORE AND MORE PEOPLE OUT OF WORK._x000D_ _x000D_ I DOUBT THAT THE BIG PICTURE HAS BEEN CONSIDERED. NOT ONLY THE DIRECT EMPLOYEES WILL BE OUT OF WORK BUT ALSO THOSE COMPANIES MANUFACTURING THE SUPPLIES USED IN MANUFACTURING THE GLASS COMPONENTS, THE COMPANIES MANUFACTURING THE MOLDS FOR USE IN FUSING, THE MANUFACTURERS OF THE KILNS, THE ART GALLERIES SELLING GLASS ART, THE STORES CARRYING SUPPLIES, THE MANUFACTURERS OF ART GLASS SINKS AND LIGHT FIXTURES, THE ARTISTS MAKING AT LEAST PART OF THEIR INCOME TO PROVIDE FOR THEIR FAMILIES, THE BUSINESSES THAT ALL THESE FAMILIES PATRONIZE WHO WILL LOOSE INCOME FROM YET MORE MIDDLE CLASS FAMILIES BEING THROWN INTO A POVERTY SITUATION!!! WE CAN’T AFFORD TO LOOSE THESE INCOMES._x000D_ THESE TWO COMPANIES AND THE OTHER IN THE EVERETT AREA PROVIDE GLASS MATERIALS ALL OVER THE WORLD, SO THEN THEIR LOSS WILL ALSO FORCE OTHER BUSINESSS TO SHUT DOWN IN OTHER PARTS OF NORTH AMERICA AND OTHER COUNTRIES._x000D_ _x000D_ IF THERE ARE NEEDED MEASURES TO BE TAKEN TO PROVIDE AIR CLEANING EQUIPMENT THESE STEPS SHOULD BE ASSISTED BY THE AGENCIES WHO HAVE LONG ADVISED THAT THE INDUSTRIES ARE WORKING SAFELY. WE PUT LOTTERY DOLLARS INTO LLAMA FARMING ETC. THEY NEED TO BE PUT TO USE TO SAVE TONS OF JOBS IN THIS INDUSTRY AS WELL. THE FUNDS EXIST FOR THESE PURPOSES._x000D_ _x000D_ I TRULY HOPE THAT YOUR FAMILIES ARE NOT PUT UNDER SUCH UNFAIR SCRUTINY AND THAT THEY ARE ALL ABLE TO CONTINUE IN THEIR EMPLOYMENT, BENEFITS ND LIFESTYLES, IF THESE COMPANIES ARE FORCED TO CLOSE THEIR DOOR MANY FAMILIES WILL NOT BE SO LUCKY._x000D_ _x000D_ I BESEACH YOU TO LOOK AT THE BIGGER PICTURE AND STEP IN TO HELP AND TO HAVE SCIENTISTS WORK ON THIS SITUATION RATHER THAN A RASH UNFOUNDED DECISION BE MADE THAT WILL AFFECT US ALL AS MORE AND MORE PEOPPLE ARE UNEMPLOED!!_x000D_ _x000D_ THE ECONOMY KILLED MY SMALL BUSINESS OF OVER 30 YEARS WITH THE INCREASED COST OF SUPPLIES DUE TO THE ENERGY SITUATION, PLEASE DON’T PUT MORE HONEST HARDWORKING DECENT COMPANIES OUT OFBUSINESS UNDER SUCH UNFAIR SITUATIONS._x000D_ _x000D_ BEGGING FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION AND TIME IN VERIFYING THE TRUE SCIENTIFIC INFORATION !!_x000D_ _x000D_ ROCHELLE BAKER 503-245-7297_x000D_ |
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| 63 | Eastside Portland Air Coalition | eastsideportlandair@gmail.com |
To Acting Director Hammond and Members of the Environmental Quality
Commission - _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached to this email a set of comments on the proposed temporary rule that would apply to colored art glass manufacturing facilities. These comments are submitted on behalf of Eastside Portland Air Coalition and the Hi Nooners Hayden Island Air Group._x000D_ _x000D_ Eastside Portland Air Coalition has also submitted comments partnering with Crag Law Center among others, which Chris Winter has already sent you. We feel it's important that you know we are building and joining existing coalitions across the state in response to air toxics issues and look forward to many other partnerships to continue to build momentum toward state wide reform for air toxic regulations._x000D_ _x000D_ We will also submit these materials via DEQ’s web portal. Thank you for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Eastside Portland Air Coalition_x000D_ www.eastsideportlandair.org <http://www.eastsideportlandair.org> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 64 | Ed Christianson | echristi@att.net |
Joni Hammond of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
(DEQ)_x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ I would urge you to consider the science and expert opinion of Dr. LaCourse _x000D_ who has stated that Bullseye's furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. _x000D_ There appears to be a level of hysteria surrounding the call for these new _x000D_ regulations without time for proper testing. Restricting Bullseye's ability _x000D_ to use CR (III) will cause them to reduce their production significantly, _x000D_ cause layoffs and hardships for the employees._x000D_ _x000D_ I have visited their facility and found their concern for safety to be _x000D_ excellent. My daughter moved from Pittsburgh, PA to Portland several years _x000D_ ago because she wanted to live in the city, enjoy the people, ambiance and _x000D_ advantages that Portland offers. I have enjoyed my visits there as well and _x000D_ would be very disappointed in the DEQ administration if Bullseye were to be _x000D_ forced to shut down without a proper hearing and opportunity to present _x000D_ their side._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ Edward Christianson_x000D_ The Villages, FL._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now. _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 65 | Elise Mcveigh | elise.mcveigh@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ I would hate to see a company unfairly penalized, especially one that is contributing so much to the community and the glass art industry. Oregon should be proud of its place in the art community and not let politics and sensationalistic journalism push it to penalize a company such as Bullseye._x000D_ _x000D_ I also urge you to research Chromium III. I think there's a typo in the hastily prepared temporary rules._x000D_ |
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| 66 | Ellen Abbott | ellen@emstudioglass.com |
Dear Sirs and Madams,_x000D_ _x000D_ Scientific testing has shown that the ground around the Bullseye Glass factory is not contaminated and neither are the children in the area. Both DEQ and EPA have acknowledged there is no clear evidence of acute or chronic health risks based on Bullseye’s use of Cr(III), which is a harmless and naturally occurring compound. Scientific evidence clearly indicates their furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. If they did, their glass would be ruined. Scientific evidence shows their use of the compound is not harmful. Even so, Bullseye Glass is voluntarily installing baghouses on those furnaces. Nevertheless, DEQ wants to restrict Bullseye from using Cr(III) for an extended period of time. They are essentially basing these rules off an assumption of guilt without any supporting evidence._x000D_ _x000D_ I fail to see how shutting them down will benefit anyone. The employees at the factory will lose their jobs, glass artists all around the world will be affected and will also lose income, myself included. Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year._x000D_ _x000D_ If you support these restrictions then you must by rights impose them on all green glass makers which I think we can agree is not something that anyone wants done. Please base your decisions and support on scientific evidence instead of fear without proof. Bullseye Glass is a responsible company and they are already doing or have agreed to take measures that the largest users of ChromiumIII do not and are not asked to do._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Ellen Abbott_x000D_ _x000D_ Custom Etched Glass_x000D_ www.emstudioglass.com <http://www.emstudioglass.com> _x000D_ 713-864-4773_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 67 | Emily Speight | ecsp8@yahoo.com |
To whom it concerns,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am a glass artist. I don't use Bullseye products, but what affects the community affects us all as I'm sure you can understand. I appreciate the effort you are making to keep the Portland neighborhood safe, but you really need to look at and consider the science behind the use of the naturally occurring Chromium(III) in glass making._x000D_ _x000D_ Please know that preventing the use of Chromium(III) in addition to the other recent restrictions would cut Bullseye's production by 50%, which will undoubtedly result in layoffs locally, a HUGE impact nationally and internationally to glass artists who would not be able to buy a number of Bullseye colors, and could result in Bullseye closing their doors forever._x000D_ _x000D_ Please, Bullseye has been beyond reasonable in cooperating with the DEQ and EPA to determine the cause & solution to this environmental issue. Please be reasonable and cooperate with them. Bullseye has already had to suspend production of reds, oranges, yellows, some greens and some browns. With the fear based legislation about to be enacted, Bullseye would be forced to suspend production of ALL greens. Can you imagine YOUR world without red, orange, yellow and green? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please be reasonable, listen to science, not fear._x000D_ _x000D_ An Illinois Glass Artist and Bullseye supporter,_x000D_ Emily Speight_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 68 | Gina Granato | granatog@yahoo.com |
_x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ I am a glass artist and these changes would affect my ability to purchase glass for my business._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration_x000D_ Gina Granato_x000D_ 4521 NE 30th_x000D_ Portland OR 97211_x000D_ |
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| 69 | glassfanatic@gmail.com | glassfanatic@gmail.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you with regards to the proposed measures that may be imposed on glass production at Bullseye glass, Portland. My understanding is that these proposed measures have arisen from the concern that Cr(III), a harmless and naturally occurring compound, will be converted into its more harmful form Cr(VI) during the production of Bullseye glass and that this will lead to harmful levels of exposure to humans. However, Bullseye has been using Cr(III) responsibly and the processes they use in glass making do not produce toxic chromium (Cr(VI)). So environmental exposure to chromium from the production of Bullseye glass will be exposure to Cr(III) not Cr(VI). Regarding hazard, both the DEQ and EPA have acknowledged there is no clear evidence of acute or chronic health risks based on Bullseye’s use of Cr(III). Humans are regularly exposed to Cr(III) from natural sources as well as industrial production. Bullseye has a commitment to monitor emissions of Cr(III) and keep them within the allowed levels, therefore it can be expected that the risk of harmful effects in humans will be low. It is important to note that other glass manufacturers in the USA are known to use much higher amounts of Cr(III) than Bullseye on a yearly basis and this has been deemed safe, so there are precedents of previous exposure to Cr(III) at higher levels with low risk. This means that the lower levels of Cr(III) emitted by Bullseye production will also result in low risk . Taking into account this information, I would like to urge the DEQ to rely on the available scientific evidence and to use standard risk assessment approaches (taking into account hazard potential and exposure) before imposing these strict rules. There is no doubt that the protection of humans living in the vicinity of glass factories is essential, but public pressure and political motivation should not drive the imposition of disproportionate regulations._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Laura Dawson_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 70 | Greta Schneider | coppercreekdesigns@yahoo.com |
Hi Bullseye glass has been in business for a very long time.
Yes, someone may have dropped the ball on testing ( not Bullseye!)
and I understand completely that the neighbors are concerned
about emissions....I don't blame them.....but you also SHOULD
NOT after all this time....put Bullseye out of business while
you figure it out! If the statement below is true......then
you do not need to be shutting them down as long as efforts are
being made to update ways to control known emissions problems......don't
go overboard with what "might" be......when it makes no sense
compared to what you ask of other businesses. Please work WITH
them to solve the problem!_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Greta Schneider Glass artist and over 40 year Portland area resident._x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 71 | Haley Haddow | haleyeb@hotmail.com |
To whom it may concern_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions MUST be based on science, NOT political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do NOT produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ best regards_x000D_ Haley Haddow_x000D_ London, UK_x000D_ |
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| 72 | Hannah Sohl | hannah@rogueclimate.org |
_x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Deputy Director Joni Hammonds: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We are writing in regards to the application for air quality permits sought by Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline, L.P. for the LNG compressor station in Malin, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The compressor station would be one of the top fifteen greatest sources of greenhouse gas pollution in the state and a potential source of hazardous air pollutants such as toluene and formaldehyde. It would be located less than two miles from the residential center of Malin. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The compressor station would be located in a particularly rural part of the state. Many rural residents have limited access to the internet to be able to access project materials and submit comments online. Thirty days is not enough to ensure that the local community has been properly informed of the full air quality impacts of the proposed compressor station or adequate time to comments. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In addition, 57.8% of the community is Latino, and public meeting announcements have not been adequately provided to the community in Spanish. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Due to the large nature of the compressor station and significant amounts of green house gas pollution, criteria air pollutants, and air toxics the compressor station would emit, we urge you to GRANT FOUR REQUESTS FROM SOUTHERN OREGON COMMUNITIES:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 1. POSTPONE THE PERMITTING PROCESS UNTIL AFTER the DEQ’s recently announced STATEWIDE RULE MAKING ON TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS IS FINISHED. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ If DEQ anticipates that the rulemaking process will take more than 12 months please: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 2. POSTPONE THE MARCH 17 HEARING FOR A MINIMUM OF 60 DAYS TO ENSURE THE PUBLIC CAN FULLY BE INFORMED AND PARTICIPATE._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 3. PROVIDE ALL MATERIALS IN SPANISH AND PROVIDE SPANISH TRANSLATION AT ALL PUBLIC EVENTS._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 4. EXTEND THE COMMENT PERIOD TO 90 DAYS AFTER ANY PUBLIC HEARING. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Given recent air quality concerns in the Portland area after revelations about weak air quality permitting rules and the recent turnover of DEQ leadership, many southern Oregonians are greatly concerned about air quality in their local communities. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The scope and complexity of this project is massive, and the people of Oregon need more time to provide DEQ with substantive comments. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for considering this request. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hannah Sohl_x000D_ _x000D_ Director, Rogue Climate _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lisa Arkin_x000D_ _x000D_ Director, Beyond Toxics _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Rhett Lawrence _x000D_ _x000D_ Conservation Director, Oregon Chapter of Sierra Club _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Deb McGee and Patty Hine_x000D_ _x000D_ Coordinators, 350 Eugene _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 73 | Happyfish1 | happyfish1@aol.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. Bullseye employs many people in Portland, and provides glass that allows many artists to make a living all over the world. It is important not to jump to conclusions regarding the safety of Bullseye's furnaces._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time._x000D_ _x000D_ --jodi Longobardo_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 74 | Haunt Rama | haunt@canby.com |
I wanted to speak with you regarding the Community of Bullseye._x000D_ _x000D_ Thousands of glass artists from around the world rely on their expertise and product. I am one of them._x000D_ _x000D_ I visited Portland and Bullseye twice for week long classes I took to develop glass casting skills. I discovered the uniqueness of Portland and my wife and I moved here to be closer to the artistic community of Portland and the bedrock which is Bullseye._x000D_ _x000D_ They are a hub of art and commerce that serves so many so well._x000D_ _x000D_ I and Bullseye recognize the obligation we all have to protecting Mother Earth. I am certain that they will responsibly follow new rules and do their part. I ask you to recognize the importance of Bullseye and protect them and us who rely on them._x000D_ _x000D_ This is critical to my art, my life, my living in this area._x000D_ _x000D_ I know Dan and Lani personally and can attest to their integrity and responsible actions, and I know they will be even better citizens than before._x000D_ _x000D_ The rules changing are an opportunity for them to do even more. They will._x000D_ _x000D_ Please help them and us._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Haunt Rama_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 75 | Helen Cowart | helenc@elemental.name |
Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ I have been a Bullseye customer for the past 7 years. I am personally friends with some of the employees and each time I have visited the facility, it is always the same: caring, wonderful, people who are responsible, active members of their Portland home communities. _x000D_ _x000D_ I live in Seattle, but I am just as concerned about what is happening with Bullseye Glass and Uroboros Glass. Please look at ALL the facts before enacting ANY kind of legislation._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ Helen Cowart _x000D_ 206-651-4023 _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 76 | housberg@gmail.com | housberg@gmail.com |
Dear Sir or Madam,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am the owner of an art glass company, located in Rhode Island, that creates architectural glass installations for government, corporate, healthcare, and public environments. More than 50% of my production relies on Bullseye Glass. I have known Bullseye to be environmentally conscious with a long history of responsible operation. Poorly conceived regulatory decisions which will result in Bullseye curtailing its production will not only have dire consequences for Bullseye Glass itself, but also for scores of companies like mine across the country resulting in canceled projects, lost revenue, and layoffs._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. The full statement can be found at the link below. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Paul Housberg_x000D_ GLASS PROJECT INC_x000D_ 875 N Main Road, Jamestown RI 02835_x000D_ Tel. 401 560 0880 <tel:401%20560%200880> Fax. 401 560 0881 <tel:401%20560%200881> _x000D_ www.glassproject.com_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 77 | Jacqueline Pfeffer | jacki.pfeffer@gmail.com |
Dear Sir or Ma’am,_x000D_ _x000D_ First let me say that without Bullseye glass my small business will end. Without a reliable supply of sheet glass that is used in my art based business I will not be able to continue. The ripple effects of the decision made today will not only impact my ability to make a living, but an extreme amount of artists worldwide. The art glass industry is unique and we have very few options for our supplies. At this moment only three companies provide glass to our art community, one of which is Bullseye (and in my opinion is by far superior). Bullseye is making efforts to ensure their impact on the environment does not cause harm. If the statistics I have read are true I feel it is quite an injustice to institute “temporary” regulations that will inhibit their production. Imagine the chaos if the American population starts calling for all bottle production to cease within the US. That is what this decision will lead to. Every manufacturer of green glass bottles will need to be shut down. I cannot even begin to estimate or imagine how many American jobs would be lost._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Jacki Pfeffer_x000D_ |
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| 78 | Jade Hamnett | jade.hamnett@gmail.com |
Dear Sir/Madam_x000D_ _x000D_ I understand you are meeting today, and may bring in temporary_x000D_ legislation that will quite likely put Bullseye Glass, based in_x000D_ Portland, out of business._x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to ask you to consider the wider impact of such a move._x000D_ Not only would it cause many people to be laid off in Portland,_x000D_ businesses from around the world will be significantly impacted and_x000D_ have to also close as there are only two fused glass producers - both_x000D_ of whom are based in Portland. This will bring great financial loss_x000D_ to many._x000D_ _x000D_ Our very livelihoods depend on the fused glass manufacturers - and_x000D_ doesn't just include glass artists, but glass shops, kiln makers, and_x000D_ a huge array of people connected to fused glass making. There is NO_x000D_ other alternative as no other manufacturers exist in the world that_x000D_ make a product like this._x000D_ _x000D_ As far as I can see from all the evidence that has been reported there_x000D_ is no concrete reason for restricting the use of certain essential_x000D_ ingredients in the production of the glass. Bullseye have already_x000D_ voluntarily taken steps to limit the use of some chemicals. A leading_x000D_ scientist, Dr LaCourse, has assured us that Bullseye’s furnaces do not_x000D_ produce toxic chromium._x000D_ _x000D_ It also seems disproportionately aimed at fused glass - as green_x000D_ bottle producers melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a_x000D_ year._x000D_ _x000D_ I realise when it comes to health it may be easy to have a knee-jerk_x000D_ reaction to feel like you're doing something, but please consider the_x000D_ facts. There is no proof Bullseye are causing harm to health, and_x000D_ they're willing to take steps to further limit any possibility for_x000D_ exposure. To bring in this temporary measure will be harsh and_x000D_ disproportionate to the issue at hand._x000D_ _x000D_ So I respectfully request that you consider the wider impact of any_x000D_ actions you take at your meeting today. Many thanks for your time in_x000D_ reading this._x000D_ _x000D_ Yours faithfully_x000D_ _x000D_ Jade Hamnett_x000D_ |
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| 79 | Jane Cameron - Artist | janecameronartist@gmail.com |
Email to:_x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) - Joni Hammond (Interim Director)_x000D_ Oregon Health Authority (OHA) - Lynne Saxton_x000D_ State Representatives_x000D_ Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ Representative Rob Nosse_x000D_ Representative Jessica Vega Pederson_x000D_ U.S. Representative Earl Blumenauer_x000D_ Oregon’s Natural Resource Office - Gabriela Goldfarb_x000D_ County Representatives_x000D_ Deborah Kafoury - email: mult.chair@multco.us_x000D_ Portland Representatives_x000D_ Mayor Charlie Hales_x000D_ Dan Saltzman_x000D_ Nick Fish_x000D_ Amanda Fritz_x000D_ Steve Novick_x000D_ Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dear All_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Re: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for taking the time to read this email. I am an artist in the UK who is concerned about the temporary regulations proposed by the DEQ which will have a significant impact on the Bullseye Glass Company in Portland, Oregon. Their glass is of great importance to the art community, and I have been using it to create my work for many years. Stopping production of so many colours, even on a temporary basis, will have a huge impact on both the company and the international artistic community._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please do not implement the new temporary regulations unless there is robust scientific evidence to demonstrate that this is necessary._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. I understand that a leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium and has published evidence to support this. I urge the DEQ to rely on science and fact when considering whether to restrict production at the Bullseye factory. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Given that the current levels in soil samples are generally below “background” levels, as per the quote from your website below, and that the results from the air quality survey are due soon but (as far as I know) have not yet been published, it would be reasonable to delay putting any restrictions in place at least until this new air quality data has been received, reviewed and analysed._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ/pages/index.aspx “The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality’s analyses showed that samples of soil from around Bullseye Glass Co. in Southeast Portland were generally below naturally occurring or “background” levels of heavy metals, including arsenic, cadmium and chromium 6. Further analysis by toxicologists in The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Public Health Division found that the levels of metals were too low to be harmful to people, including children at a nearby day care, Children’s Creative Learning Center (CCLC).”_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you very much for reading my email, and for taking my concerns into consideration when this matter is discussed. Any support you can offer would be most appreciated._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ (To contact Bullseye on this subject, please send email to their Environmental Information email at questions@bullseyeglass.com.)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Best wishes_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Jane Cameron - Artist_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Jane Cameron BMus(TCM), AMusA(Cello), ATCL(MusEd)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Member of the Guild of Silk Painters_x000D_ _x000D_ Member of Glass Beadmakers UK_x000D_ _x000D_ Member of Surrey Artists Open Studios_x000D_ _x000D_ Member of Woking Arts Hub_x000D_ _x000D_ Member of the Professional Crafters Guild_x000D_ _x000D_ Member of the Incorporated Society of Musicians_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <http://www.surreycelloteacher.co.uk/> www.surreycelloteacher.co.uk _x000D_ _x000D_ www.janecameron.co.uk <http://www.janecameron.co.uk> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 07958 580 598_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 80 | Janet Bartholomew | JanetBartholomew@bullseyeglass.com |
Dear Joni Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass Company deserves, and welcomes, a thoughtful, science-based path forward that leads to real improvements - not a rushed rule that does nothing to solve legitimate problems. Please do not enact the proposed temporary rule that is being considered later today. It has the possibility of causing irreparable damage to an honest, law-abiding, creative company._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I care about a future Portland, with clean air, a healthy economy and healthy, vibrant neighborhoods. So do hundreds of employees and local customers of Bullseye Glass. The story of Bullseye is intertwined with the story of what makes Portland the wonderful place it is today. We want to find the right way forward. Help Portland continue along this path & don’t needlessly harm this good company. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your leadership,_x000D_ _x000D_ Janet_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Janet Bartholomew_x000D_ _x000D_ BULLSEYE GLASS RESOURCE CENTER_x000D_ _x000D_ 3610 SE 21st Ave I Portland, OR I 97202_x000D_ _x000D_ 503-227-2797_x000D_ _x000D_ www.bullseyeglass.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Questions about kilnforming? Check out our new <http://www.bullseyeglass.com/?a_aid=Janet> online education videos or visit the <http://www.bullseyeglass.com/forum/> Bullseye Forum. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 81 | Janie Trainor | ricodelux@gmail.com |
Dear Joni Hammond,_x000D_ I am a long time customer of Bullseye Glass. _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Janie Trainor, glass artist_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 82 | Jennifer Cheng | jenccheng39@yahoo.com |
Dear Regulators and Elected Representatives,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you in regard to the just announced DEQ special meeting to be held on March 15, 2016 for the purpose of considering rule changes directed at Oregon Colored Art Glass Manufacturers._x000D_ _x000D_ I have read the DEQ proposal for new temporary rules to be considered for adoption at this meeting as outlined here: http://www.oregon.gov/deq/EQC/Documents/2016/031516eqcAgenda.pdf_x000D_ _x000D_ While I applaud the intent of the DEQ to protect our air quality and the health and safety of those living in the neighborhoods near Oregon’s glass manufacturing facilities, I feel that these proposed new rule changes are misguided and will not help achieve that goal. I am a glass artist and am concerned for the well-being of Oregon’s colored art glass manufacturing industry, those employed in that industry and those dependent on the products of that industry. In the recent furor over air contamination possibly coming from local glass manufacturing facilities, I think that these latter two constituencies have been largely overlooked._x000D_ _x000D_ Due to what I consider to be largely irresponsible, sensationalistic news reporting on this matter, the public demand for immediate action has been extreme. I feel that these proposed new rules are an unwarranted over reaction that will not improve the situation. Two recent soil test studies, have already shown that the severity of the problem isn’t nearly as great as what was originally feared and both of the Portland glass manufacturers cited as possible sources of pollution, Bullseye and Uroboros, have already taken actions to eliminate the use of, and therefore the potential for, releases of the identified hazardous materials. These actions, taken voluntarily and at significant sacrifice to these businesses demonstrate the good will and concern that both have for the air quality in our community._x000D_ _x000D_ The new rules proposed by the DEQ would force these businesses to make even more significant reductions in their production. The specific change that the new rules would enforce would be the elimination of the use of Chromium III because of the potential for this material to be transformed during production to a hazardous form; Chromium VI. Note, that the proposed DEQ rules also mistakenly make multiple references to another material, Chromium IV, which is indicative of the haste and lack of review with which these proposed rules were drafted. Although the potential conversion of Cr III to Cr VI does exist, glass manufacturers have the ability, and in-fact, the necessity, to prevent such conversion from occurring during the manufacturing process. If they did not, their process would not yield the green glass color they were aiming to produce and their production would be wasted. The scientific reasons behind this are explained by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University here: http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html._x000D_ _x000D_ In short, it would serve no purpose to restrict the use of Cr III by these glass manufacturers, but it would cause significant harm to both of these companies above and beyond that already resulting from their voluntary actions. The DEQ rule proposal identifies the public and the colored glass manufacturers as parties that would be affected by these proposed temporary rules. Their estimation of how the glass companies would be affected completely overlooks the impact of forcing them to further curtail their production, the layoffs that would follow, and the very real potential for the businesses to be forced to shut down entirely. _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon should be proud of and should help promote its home grown art glass industry. To my knowledge, there are only three companies in the world that make significant quantities of the type of art glass that can be readily used by fused glass artists, and we are fortunate to have two of them located here in Portland. Beyond the effect on the local economy, these unnecessary and scientifically unsupported new rules would also negatively impact the thousands of glass artists worldwide that depend on the products of these companies for their livelihood, potentially destroying the entire fused art glass industry._x000D_ _x000D_ I hope that you will lend your voice to help DEQ understand that we need a balanced, reasoned and scientifically supported solution to this air contamination problem and not an ineffective, knee-jerk reaction as represented by these proposed rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Jennifer Cheng_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ ???????›??????????????‰??‰????????????????????????????›????????????????????????????????????????????›???????????????????›??????????????????????›??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????›?????????????????????????????????‰‰? |
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| 83 | Jennifer Ferrante | ferrante@easystreet.net |
Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ I wanted to write a short note in support of Bullseye Glass. I understand the public outcry for high air quality standards but cannot understand attacking and possibly ruining a small local company that has supported our community for many years by imposing “harsh temporary” regulations without any real evidence. I think we need to move cautiously forward and not just have a knee jerk reaction for the loudest group. Bullseye is trying to be a responsible part of our community and I think we should commend and support their efforts so we can retain good companies like these here in Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Jennifer Ferrante_x000D_ |
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| 84 | Jennifer Sherman | jdsherman1@yahoo.com |
Hello_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As a glass hobbyist in Portland, OR, I am saddened to hear that we are about to shut down a significant amount of Bullseye Glass's production without any scientific data around that production. Bullseye has already voluntarily shut down some of its product lines but to shut down more, which does not even produce chromium, would be detrimental to the business, to Portland, to the people they employ and to our community. It would be a shame to do this in a political rush without evidence or scientific basis. Please do not impose these new rules without further evaluation and study._x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks, Jennifer Sherman_x000D_ 3415 SE Stark St_x000D_ Portland, OR 97214_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ******************************** _x000D_ Jennifer Sherman _x000D_ 415-810-0982_x000D_ |
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| 85 | Jim Jablonski | jim@jcadpcb.com |
Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Trivalent Chromium is common and is a nutrient that our bodies use. Hexavalent Chromium is toxic to our bodies. Hexavalent Chromium levels found by Bullseye Glass were below federal screening levels. It is true that some, low levels, where found. Perhaps it actually came from Portland Cement used in concrete. In my research I found this PDF file from the Portland Cement Association, Hexavalent Chromium in Cement Manufacturing: Literature Review, PCA R&D Serial No. 2983. http://web.mit.edu/cron/project/concrete-sustainability-hub/Literature%20Review/Building%20Energy/Concerte%20Industry%20Reports/PCA%20CD%20Cement%20Research%20Library%202008/reports/SN2983.pdf_x000D_ _x000D_ In that report, they say that Hexavalent chromium is found in cement in generally trace amounts. But it is still found in cement. Perhaps some demolishing of sidewalks or buildings nearby the Bullseye plant cause the elevated levels of chromium._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I use Bullseye glass in my art and have been following the turn of events with Bullseye, the community and the DEQ. I believe in scientific facts and understanding of the truth. To cause a business and an industry to shut down on inconclusive test results is appalling._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Public outcry over the discovery of minute toxins in the air has been blown way out of proportion. It is important to keep toxins out of the atmosphere, but even gas power autos and lawnmowers produce toxins. Even electric cars produce ozone, a known toxin at ground level._x000D_ _x000D_ The media has played a role in the Bullseye issue as well. The media will play on people’s fears and ignorance. They say that toxins where found, but not at what levels. And the levels are below DEQ screening levels. People will hear “toxins found” and then get out their torches and pitch forks. I too am concerned about the air quality and toxins found in it. However, Bullseye has voluntarily stopped using the heavy metals and stopped contributing to the air pollution of the city. They will also install a “baghouse” filtration system to go above and beyond their requirements. They are responsive to the community that they belong to and want to better protect their neighbors from air pollutants._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank You,_x000D_ _x000D_ Jim Jablonski_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 86 | jim@jimscheller.com | scheljim@comcast.net |
Dear Deputy Director Hamilton,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am certian that you appreciate, having a B.S from U of O, that, regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Jim Scheller_x000D_ Hillsboro, Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 87 | jimdunham66@gmail.com | jimdunham66@gmail.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ Having followed this issue from it's onset via the media, it is evident that this issue requires attention based on initial environmental sample data. And it is satisfying to see that progress is being made by Bullseye Glass Co, who has legally manufactured glass from their onset, and further environmental investigation. But, this situation seems to have another aspect to it with regards to the media and to decisions being made on the handling of this issue..._x000D_ _x000D_ I've been doing business with the Bullseye Glass Co. for almost thirty years and can say without hesitation that they are a company without equal in this industry. Above board and professional at all times. They are without doubt the life blood of my industry._x000D_ _x000D_ After learning this morning of the proposed temporary "regulations" that the DEQ wants to apply to Bullseye Glass Co. I find myself once again dissatisfied with the handling of this situation given the current evidence. I cannot overstate on the far reaching negative effects of the implementation of these regulations. Even with the current voluntary manufacturing suspensions it has NOT been business as usual for my industry._x000D_ _x000D_ So, before making any decision, without the full understanding, of the glass making process and the negative economic impact that this would have on this industry world wide, would be, once again, dissatisfying._x000D_ _x000D_ James Steven Dunham_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ James Steven Dunham_x000D_ Purchasing Manager_x000D_ Coatings by Sandberg, Inc._x000D_ www.cbs-dichroic.com <http://www.cbs-dichroic.com> _x000D_ 714.538.0888_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 88 | Jo Ryan | jo.ryan@virginmedia.com |
As a glass artist I’m writing in support of Bullseye glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks_x000D_ _x000D_ Ms J L Ryan_x000D_ _x000D_ London, UK_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 89 | Joe and Julie | joejuliere@yahoo.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Julie Re_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPhone_x000D_ |
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| 90 | Jolinda Marshall | Jolinda.Public@gmail.com |
Hello,_x000D_ I am writing to you today in support of Bullseye Glass, a corporation I have had the pleasure of doing business with for the last 30 years, in its efforts to continue to provide art glass and to be a good citizen in the communities its business impacts. _x000D_ _x000D_ It is highly discriminatory to impose unreasonable regulations against Bullseye (long known in the glass community to be a leading force in environmental concerns!). And any restrictive regulations must be fairly and equally applied, both to ALL businesses who fail to pass environmental testing and only AFTER scientific evidence of any toxicity has been established. To single Bullseye out, to apply restrictions only against this company, and without any testing to validate such actions, is legally and morally just WRONG._x000D_ _x000D_ Please consider the evidence Dr. LaCourse has provided concluding that the Bullseye furnaces not NOT produce toxic chromium. Please urge the DEQ to make a decision only after responsible examination of all evidence and not to be influenced by current political railroading. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you sincerely for your positive actions in this regard,_x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Jolinda Marshall_x000D_ _x000D_ 2291 Morningside Trail_x000D_ Ramona, CA 92065_x000D_ (619) 246-3532_x000D_ Jolinda.morluv@gmail.com <mailto:Jolinda.morluv@gmail.com> _x000D_ |
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| 91 | judy | judy@judykeen.com |
As a glass artist in the area I rely on Bullseye glass for about
95% of my glass art. Bullseye Glass provides a quality product
and is consiencious about the community. The article by Prof.
LaCourse _x000D_ http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ explains the conditions required to make green glass making it impossible to have high emissions of cr-6 seems to answer alot of questions and hopefully fears. _x000D_ I stand in support of Bulleye Glass and thier continued attempt to safly do business in the Portland area._x000D_ _x000D_ Judy Keen_x000D_ JK Glass Works_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from Samsung tablet_x000D_ |
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| 92 | Judy Buffo | buffoj@yahoo.com |
_x000D_ Joni Hammond_x000D_ Interim Director_x000D_ Oregon Department of Environmental Quality_x000D_ _x000D_ When there was evidence of heavy metals in the area around Bullseye, I was confident that they would seek and apply the necessary steps to maintain clean air. This, Bullseye is doing. I also became concerned that there were no local guidelines for the heavy metals. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is neither evidence nor science that warrants this 180 day waiting period for CR III. _x000D_ This is a wake up call to make DEQ a professional, science based organization that acts, not reacts. _x000D_ _x000D_ Please use common sense and a cooperative spirit to clean up the air for our city and state. _x000D_ _x000D_ Background: my late husband worked with Bullseye Glass in the 1970’s. In 2011 I became a glass artist using as my primary studio, the facility at Bullseye Resource Center. I have been impressed with the way Bullseye mentors new artists and enforces stringent safety practices for employees and those using the facilities. _x000D_ _x000D_ Judy Buffo_x000D_ 2309 SW First Avenue #1744_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97201_x000D_ _x000D_ http://judybuffoglass.com/ <http://judybuffoglass.com/home.html> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 93 | Judy Johnson | opensalt@rochester.rr.com |
Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your attention._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Judy Johnson_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Judy Johnson_x000D_ _x000D_ 4475 Middle Cheshire Rd._x000D_ _x000D_ Canandaigua, NY 14424_x000D_ _x000D_ (585) 752-4385_x000D_ _x000D_ opensalt@rochester.rr.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 94 | Judy Kiriazis | judy@heartofstonestudio.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond and Mr. Hales:_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing as a glass artist, long-time Bullseye customer, and Ph.D. in biology._x000D_ As an Arizona resident, I have no direct involvement with environmental issues in Portland or_x000D_ the State of Oregon, although I have been an admirer of the leadership position your city and_x000D_ State have taken in protecting public health and public lands._x000D_ _x000D_ I request that you continue this leadership role in the issue of Bullseye Glass Company._x000D_ I have toured the Bullseye Portland factory, learned about their production, taken classes in their _x000D_ classrooms, talked with their staff, and purchased and use their products--which, by the way, _x000D_ are of high quality, made with care and craftsmanship._x000D_ _x000D_ Thus, I can say firsthand that I believe that the company's management and staff take pride in _x000D_ their products and processes. They have devoted themselves to serving their customers well _x000D_ while also being a good partner in the community. I never got the sense that this small company _x000D_ was ever out to cheat, dissemble, cut corners, or deliberately engage in any activities that would _x000D_ bring harm to its employees, its customers, or its neighbors. _x000D_ _x000D_ I also understand that this issue reached a crisis point, not because Bullseye Glass "covered up"_x000D_ any alleged pollution practices, but rather because the regulatory process simply did not require_x000D_ reporting from companies of this size and production level. I have run an environmental_x000D_ organization and have worked on environmental issues in the past, and I am betting that this issue _x000D_ will trigger a revamping of how data are collected and compliance forms are filed._x000D_ _x000D_ But until then, again, I ask you to be real leaders, not just get carried along on a tide of fear_x000D_ and outrage that might not have a strong basis in science, and nevertheless, will take a long time to sort out. _x000D_ This company has more than a hundred loyal employees who do not deserve to lose their jobs. _x000D_ _x000D_ And this company also has thousands of customers around the U.S. and abroad--among them, many _x000D_ hundreds of professional artists--whose livelihoods will be adversely affected by a halt to production of_x000D_ important colors of glass._x000D_ _x000D_ I would urge you to give this company the benefit of the doubt. It is important to weigh all sides_x000D_ of this issue, and it's important to get all the facts. But it's also important to avoid creating a situation _x000D_ that would bring a good company to its knees--along with all those who depend on its products--unnecessarily. _x000D_ _x000D_ I would suggest that you figure out a way to allow the company to continue production_x000D_ while immediately launching whatever studies are considered necessary for a long-term resolution to this _x000D_ problem. If you work with Bullseye management to determine a reasonable timeline for compliance,_x000D_ along with setting deadlines for interim objectives, work could immediately begin on responding to_x000D_ this issue with wisdom, concern, and deliberation. _x000D_ _x000D_ One question would be: How significant is the impact on air quality for pollutants emitted from this_x000D_ source over a three- or six-month period? If the health impacts are not acute over this time span, it_x000D_ would give the company the chance to take immediate measures to control pollutant output, just as further_x000D_ investigation of actual long-term output and its effects, could be undertaken._x000D_ _x000D_ And one last suggestion: If public sentiment is harsh enough to force the closure of this plant,_x000D_ perhaps the city or state could help find another temporary location outside populated areas for _x000D_ production to continue while the issues are being sorted out. I know that vibrant cities are mosaics--_x000D_ not just of residential and entertainment areas, but also of businesses, parks and open space, and industries._x000D_ A balanced mosaic of uses keeps cities vital. Let Bullseye have the chance to show it will continue_x000D_ to be a good a responsible part of that mosaic._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Judith Kiriazis _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Judith Kiriazis, Ph.D. _x000D_ Heart of Stone Studio_x000D_ www.heartofstonestudio.com <http://www.heartofstonestudio.com> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient&utm_term=oa-2115-e> Scanned for viruses. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient&utm_term=oa-2115-e> _x000D_ |
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| 95 | Judy Ringle | judy.ringle@gmail.com |
To the policy makers regarding Bullseye Glass:_x000D_ _x000D_ As a long time user of Bullseye products who has shopped their outlet, I have closely followed the Oregonian’s coverage of Bullseye Glass, and from the start, have been perplexed as to how a company as dedicated to safety and service as Bullseye could possibly befoul its own neighborhood. _x000D_ _x000D_ Answer: they have not, do not, and could not. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Having read the scientific information provided by the letter Bullseye sent to its customers, I am completely outraged that Bullseye is being singled out for extraordinary restrictions. I am not a scientist, but my husband is both literally a rocket scientist and a nuclear scientist concerned with environmental health, and he says that Bullseye’s scientific statements are spot on. _x000D_ _x000D_ As a tree-hugging environmentalist, I would never advocate sacrificing even a hangnail to rescuing Bullseye, but they are innocent - guilty of nothing whatsoever with respect to the public health. _x000D_ _x000D_ This has got to be a political maneuver (why, for heaven’s sake? sells papers? ) - and I am strictly a glass fusing hobby-est with no financial interest in Bullseye’s continued production._x000D_ _x000D_ I am committed to what is right, and singling out Bullseye this way is utterly wrong. I support Bullseye._x000D_ _x000D_ Judy Ringle_x000D_ |
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| 96 | June Crawford/Sanning | june.k.crawford@gmail.com |
To Joni Hammond:_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and_x000D_ misdirected rules._x000D_ The effects of this unjust ruling can have a widespread negative impact not only on the people of Portland but on all of us on every other state and other countries around the world. There are a lot of us 'little guys' who rely on this long upstanding company who make a quality product. Thank-you._x000D_ With Respect,_x000D_ June Sanning_x000D_ Winsome ArtWorks_x000D_ Lima, Ohio_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 97 | Karen Azinger | k_azinger@hotmail.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to ask your help in saving a gem of Portland, a gem for all of Oregon. Bullseye Glass is a northwest icon of artistry and excellence creating fused glass that is used around the world. Bullseye is not just a local company, it created an entirely new industry. Bullseye created the art form of fused glass. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass is used all over the world. You'll find their glass in museums and local art shows. I first learned about Bullseye Glass when I lived in Houston Texas and my husband started his hobby of stained glass. When I moved to Portland Oregon in 2000, one of my first priorities was to take a fused glass class from Bullseye. I'm only an amateur artist, but Bullseye gave me a new wonderful medium to work with. Fused glass is now my favorite art form. Since then, I've met hundreds of artists from across the city who make their living by being glass artists. Their studios are in their basements or garages, but you'll find them at the many art shows that flourish around the Portland area. Because of Bullseye, the Glass Guild is thriving in the northwest. I've also gotten to know the people who work at Bullseye. I've seen how they care about their customers, their product, their community and the environment. I know they are the type of company that will go the extra mile to do the right thing._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ According to the media, Bullseye has broken no laws and is meeting all federal and local environmental emissions standards, yet they are suddenly being targeted by regulators seeking to make a political splash. The regulators at OEQC are imperiling the very existence of Bullseye. I believe the OEQC is unfairly attacking Bullseye Glass. Bullseye has voluntarily suspended use of cadmium in its glass making till new equipment can be installed, even though their cadmium emissions are below the legal limits. Now the OEQC wants to suspend their use of chromium, which would stop production of half their glass! As with cadmium, their emissions are within the legal limits! Everyone wants to protect the environment, but this is draconian and unfair! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please help us save Bullseye from overzealous regulators! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ If Bullseye is forced to unfairly shutdown production, then good employees will lose their jobs. And thousands of artists across the Northwest will lose their livelihood and their beloved art. These regulators are not just killing a company, they are trying to kill an entire industry. They are trying to kill an art form. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The Northwest is famous for its art! Please help us save Bullseye Glass!_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We need your help. Please save an art form and a world class industry. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Karen Azinger_x000D_ _x000D_ Amateur glass artist_x000D_ _x000D_ Author of The Silk & Steel epic fantasy saga_x000D_ _x000D_ a registered voter of Portland Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ k_azinger@hotmail.com_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 98 | Karen Ehart | keglass@qwestoffice.net |
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| 99 | Karen Lilley | karen.lilley@virgin.net |
Dear Joni,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing in support of Bullseye Glass. Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation and as I understand it Bullseye Glass are taking voluntary steps regarding Cadmium and Arsenic control. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. Regarding chromium, a leading scientist, Dr LaCourse, has assured us that Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I respectfully suggest that regulatory decisions must be based on science, not fear and politics. I urge the DEQ to use science and fact when coming to their decisions later today._x000D_ Yours sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Karen Lilley._x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 100 | Karen Worrall | kj-designs@hotmail.co.uk |
Good morning._x000D_ _x000D_ I am a UK glass artist working in the UK. I understand you are meeting later today with a view to determining future action with regard to possible pollution in the Portland area caused by various glass manufacturing companies._x000D_ _x000D_ Can I please ask you to also consider the wider impact of any decision you make. My business and many other glass artists livelihood are centred on the import of American glass to the UK. Without this incredible product we would all simply be out of business. _x000D_ _x000D_ There is NO other alternative as no other manufacturers exist in the world that make a product like this. _x000D_ As far as I can see from all the evidence that has been reported there is no concrete reason for restricting the use of certain essential ingredients in the production of the glass. So I respectfully request that you consider the wider impact of any actions you take at your meeting today._x000D_ _x000D_ Many thanks in advance._x000D_ Karen Worrall _x000D_ Kj Designs-Glass _x000D_ Derbyshire, UK._x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 101 | Karrie | karrie@chariotsonfile.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. We stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Karrie Brain-Marsh_x000D_ Jeff Marsh_x000D_ 3344 NE Beakey St._x000D_ Portland, OR 97212_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 102 | Kate Saunders | katefsaunders@gmail.com |
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| 103 | Kathy Berger | seja44@gmail.com |
Dear Regulators and Elected Representatives,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you concerning the announced DEQ special meeting to be held on March 15, 2016 for the purpose of considering rule changes directed at Oregon Colored Art Glass Manufacturers._x000D_ _x000D_ I have read the DEQ proposal for new temporary rules to be considered for adoption at this meeting._x000D_ _x000D_ I consider myself to be an environmentalist. As such, I applaud the intent of the DEQ to protect our air quality and the health and safety of those living in the neighborhoods near Oregon’s glass manufacturing facilities. However, I feel that these proposed new rule changes are misguided and will not help achieve that goal. I am also a glass artist and am concerned for the well-being of Oregon’s colored art glass manufacturing industry, those employed in that industry and those dependent on the products of that industry._x000D_ _x000D_ Due to what I consider to be largely irresponsible, sensationalistic news reporting on this matter, the public demand for immediate action has been extreme. I feel that these proposed new rules are an unwarranted over reaction that will not improve the situation. Two recent soil test studies, have already shown that the severity of the problem isn’t nearly as great as what was originally feared and both of the Portland glass manufacturers cited as possible sources of pollution, Bullseye and Uroboros, have already taken actions to eliminate the use of, and therefore the potential for, releases of the identified hazardous materials. These actions, taken voluntarily and at significant sacrifice to these businesses demonstrate the good will and concern that both have for the air quality in our community._x000D_ _x000D_ The new rules proposed by the DEQ would force these businesses to make even more significant reductions in their production. The specific change that the new rules would enforce would be the elimination of the use of Chromium III because of the potential for this material to be transformed during production to a hazardous form; Chromium VI. Note, that the proposed DEQ rules also mistakenly make multiple references to another material, Chromium IV, which is indicative of the haste and lack of review with which these proposed rules were drafted. Although the potential conversion of Cr III to Cr VI does exist, glass manufacturers have the ability, and in-fact, the necessity, to prevent such conversion from occurring during the manufacturing process. If they did not, their process would not yield the green glass color they were aiming to produce and their production would be wasted. The scientific reasons behind this are explained by Dr. LaCourse._x000D_ _x000D_ In short, it would serve no purpose to restrict the use of Cr III by these glass manufacturers, but it would cause significant harm to both of these companies above and beyond that already resulting from their voluntary actions. The DEQ rule proposal identifies the public and the colored glass manufacturers as parties that would be affected by these proposed temporary rules. Their estimation of how the glass companies would be affected completely overlooks the impact of forcing them to further curtail their production, the layoffs that would follow, and the very real potential for the businesses to be forced to shut down entirely. _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon should be proud of and should help promote its home grown art glass industry. To my knowledge, there are only three companies in the world that make significant quantities of the type of art glass that can be readily used by fused glass artists, and we are fortunate to have two of them located here in Portland. Beyond the effect on the local economy, these unnecessary and scientifically unsupported new rules would also negatively impact the thousands of glass artists worldwide that depend on the products of these companies for their livelihood, potentially destroying the entire fused art glass industry._x000D_ _x000D_ I hope that you will lend your voice to help DEQ understand that we need a balanced, reasoned and scientifically supported solution to this air contamination problem and not an ineffective, knee-jerk reaction as represented by these proposed rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully,_x000D_ Kathy Berger_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from Seja's iPad_x000D_ ????Á?????????????????????????????????›?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????›?????????????????????????????????‰‰? |
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| 104 | Kathy Kollenburn | kkollenburn@gmail.com |
As a glass artist in the Metro area, I wish to say that Bullseye
glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with
Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible
citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration,_x000D_ _x000D_ Kathy Kollenburn_x000D_ 445 SE Linden_x000D_ Gresham, OR 97080_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 105 | kelli graves | glasswenchstudio@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ If we are not allowed to use Cr (III), we can no longer make green glass. On top of our voluntary suspension of cadmium glass production until our baghouse is in place, this new limitation would eliminate 50% of our product line. It would result in employee layoffs, huge economic impacts to Bullseye and our worldwide customers, and could even drive us out of business._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ thank you for your concern._x000D_ _x000D_ Kelli Graves_x000D_ _x000D_ GlassWench Studio_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 106 | Kelly Yeats | kmyeats@gmail.com |
?Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation.
I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules.?_x000D_ _x000D_ Basing these rules off an assumption of guilt, without any supporting evidence, appears reactionary and fear-based. Hold these types of regulatory decisions until all the scientific facts are in place. The science has not supported the data guiding these practices being proposed. Bullseye's fast-tracking new filtering systems without request from any regulatory agency in the interest of the public outcry - let them put that in place prior to additional sanctions you feel you must impose due to such outcry. This additional reaction could very well drive a long standing, well established business right out of Oregon. Don't drive a long standing business out of Oregon because of political and environmental lobbyist pressure._x000D_ _x000D_ Of course this is just my personal opinion, a citizen of Oregon, and a glass artist._x000D_ _x000D_ Kelly Yeats_x000D_ Glass Artist_x000D_ kmyeats@gmail.com <mailto:kmyeats@gmail.com> _x000D_ |
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| 107 | kenwri11@aol.com | kenwri11@aol.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules _x000D_ |
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| 108 | KEVIN KANYO | gk1922@comcast.net |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass is an integral part of the glass community of Portland, state of Oregon, and the Pacific Northwest. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. Please do not impose regulations that are poorly written and not based on scientific fact. Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not cave into political pressure to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Kevin J Kanyo_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 109 | Krista Israel | krista_israel@live.nl |
Dear madam, sir, _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Artists, glass schools, glassstudio's & glass shops all over the world will be affected. Jobs will be affected. Our whole community will be affected. Not only in Portland, but allover the world. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Krista Israel_x000D_ The Netherlands_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ www.krista-israel.com _x000D_ _x000D_ studio - business area NOACK_x000D_ Soesterweg 564 unit X_x000D_ 3812BP Amersfoort_x000D_ The Netherlands_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 110 | Larry Larson | caribouglassstudio@yahoo.com |
_x000D_ As an artist who depends on Bullseye Glass to make a living and pay my bills, I urge you to consider all of the scientific facts and don't let peoples fears and insecurities drive your decisions regarding Bullseye and their continued production of their products. I like you do not want a single person exposed to toxic materials. I also do not want Bullseye Glass driven out of business because of unfound fears._x000D_ _x000D_ Please consider not only the impact your decisions have on the neighbors of Bullseye but also the impact your decisions have on the employees of Bullseye Glass and the impact your decisions will have of the thousands of other people who make a living using these Bullseye Products._x000D_ _x000D_ I trust you and the State of Oregon to make sound decisions. Please consider all the facts. You hold a lot of peoples lives in the balance and I hope that everyone involved will use the facts not peoples fears when making their decisions regarding the future of everyone involved including Bullseye Glass._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you._x000D_ _x000D_ Larry Larson_x000D_ Caribou Glass Studio _x000D_ |
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| 111 | Linda Dolby | linda@jlglass.biz |
I am a glass Artist that lives in Texas. While I know the air
quality does not affect me, the stop of production of glass that
you are proposing will cause a hardship all over the United States
and other countries. Many artist only use Bullseye as their
vendor. This would be a tremendous damage to the glass community
and our businesses. I do support the filtering that they already
preparing to do. However, to delete production any longer with
the result that may cause them to close could cause other smaller
business to close or raise their prices to the point that glass
as we know it now in the community would stop._x000D_ _x000D_ I ask that you consider the damage to the glass industry that shutting them down or ceasing production of 50% of their glass will cause. There must be some way that they can satisfy both your needs and ours as artist. I am sure this has already caused glass to go up again and this will affect all the glass companies. Raising the price of all glass will affect the whole economy such as raising the price of gasoline does. It's a ripple affect._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time._x000D_ _x000D_ Linda Dolby_x000D_ JL Glass Designs_x000D_ McKinney, TX_x000D_ Linda@jlglass.biz_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ |
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| 112 | Lisa Rasmussen | lrasmussengal@gmail.com |
Gentlemen and Ladies:_x000D_ I have been a user of Bullseye Glass for 25 plus years._x000D_ _x000D_ I have worked in there facility for hundred of hours._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I understand the publics concern but I beg you to look at the science and the possibility of loss of income to employees not only in the Portland area but around the world. The effects are not just to the glass manufacture but to the artist, builders and end consumers like yourself._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please allow the law to do what we have voted for our officials to do and not react to media hype._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Lisa Rasmussen_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lisa Rasmussen_x000D_ PO Box 65853_x000D_ Vancouver, WA 98665-8200_x000D_ cell 360-281-2886_x000D_ fax 360-450-3239_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 113 | Lisa Ripps | lisaripps@hotmail.com |
Hi Joni,_x000D_ I'm pleased you guys are trying to keep us safe and protect us from pollution and dangerous chemicals. As an oregonian I love my home state and want to keep it as pristine as possible. I know you are having a hearing on banning chromium use at Bullseye tomorrow. I'm concerned that your intentions while honorable, are misdirected. _x000D_ Bullseye has always struck me as a good, environmentally conscious neighbor. I have gone in and spoken with the employees and am impressed with their focus on safety and stewardship._x000D_ I believe the type of chromium they use is not dangerous and banning it without understanding the lack of health risks seems to be more for show then a scientifically based decision._x000D_ Please do more research before you take action that would potentially put people out of work._x000D_ Lisa Ripps_x000D_ Portland Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPhone _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 114 | Lisa Sayer | lisa.sayer10@gmail.com |
I am writing in regard to the proposed restrictions on Bullseye.
My concern is that any restrictions placed are the direct result
of public outcry rather than the scientific facts. I have been
a devoted follower of this unique glass company for other 10
years and would hate to see them effectively closed down out
of fear. Please weigh the scientific facts when you make your
decision._x000D_ _x000D_ Yours truly,_x000D_ _x000D_ Lisa Sayer_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ |
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| 115 | lizziemasters@sky.com | lizziemasters@sky.com |
As a glass artist living and working in the UK I rely heavily
on being able to use Bullseye Glass that is imported from the
US._x000D_ _x000D_ I understand that your department is about to impose restrictions on Bullseye Glass to curtail their production of some colours of glass. I also understand that there is little scientific evidence to suggest that their production emissions are harmful and that Bullseye Glass are taking steps to lower their current emissions even further. _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge your department to reconsider it's decision as this will have severe far reaching consequences on glass artists not just in the US or the UK but in many other countries across the globe. _x000D_ _x000D_ With best wishes_x000D_ Lizzie Masters_x000D_ The Glass Dragonfly_x000D_ Www.the glass dragonfly.co.uk_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android <https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> _x000D_ |
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| 116 | LMorrell | lmorrell@comcast.net |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dear John,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The DEQ rule changes directed at Oregon Colored Art Glass Manufacturers. ( <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregon.gov%2Fdeq%2FEQC%2FDocuments%2F2016%2F031516eqcAgenda.pdf&h=1AQFepmfK> http://www.oregon.gov/.../Documents/2016/031516eqcAgenda.pdf ) are an overreaction not based upon science that will hurt thousands of people in our industry. I consider myself an environmentalist and feel that the public's health is paramount yet I ask that you consider the actual science of the limits they are proposing and how over reacting right now will hurt many, many people's livelihoods. Let's change the DEQ laws responsibly without a rush to judgement that is neither science based nor fair._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lawrence Morrell_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ www.LawrenceMorrell.com_x000D_ _x000D_ LMorrell@comcast.net_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 117 | lourdes zenobi | mlzenobi@yahoo.com |
to whom it belongs_x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 118 | lynette hasegawa | lynette.hasegawa@gmail.com |
Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to express my thoughts as a member of the public and resident of the Brooklyn neighborhood, less than 10 blocks from Bullseye Glass. I was unable to attend the public meeting last week due to the less than adequate prior notice given, and a busy work schedule. Note that since I have been most involved in the happenings around Bullseye, I mention them here specifically, but my commentary applies to all manufacturers that emit toxics into our airshed._x000D_ _x000D_ Please bear with me as I tell you about my family. We relocated to Portland in May 2015, from Tokyo, Japan. My husband and young son are Japanese, and I am from the Pacific Northwest. On March 11, 2011, my husband and my life changed forever when a magnitude 9.1 earthquake struck the East Coast of Japan's main island, causing 3 nuclear reactors to, in effect, malfunction. A toxic plume of radiation swept across the country, although thankfully, most went out to the sea. Regardless of the actual health risk of that radiation, we were unable to continue to live in Japan, where we were sure we would spend the rest of our lives, comfortably because of several things that took place after that event, eroding our faith in regulatory agencies to regulate and protect the public, rather than industry. Words cannot express the profound impact that erosion of faith had on our, and many of our friends' lives, but we were deeply concerned about our food, the health of our future children, our environment, and the diligence of our politicians and regulatory authorities. We are dismayed to see several of those things happening here in Portland, after the news of toxic air broke last month._x000D_ _x000D_ First, item of concern is the lack of regulatory authority the DEQ has demonstrated. The proposed rules require strict and severe financial penalties, otherwise a company is likely to choose to pay $1,000 here and there rather than invest in the infrastructure required to effectively eliminate toxic emissions. Second, industry standard, EPA-compliant filtration devices are required. If we can remove 99% of toxics and make that manufacturer have effectively no negative impact on the airshed, why wouldn't we? This is a prime opportunity for Oregon to live up to its green reputation, attract jobs/workers, and become a true leader in clean industry. Third, the precautionary principle must be applied. When we don't know the true impact to human health, we must act to protect the public over profits. Protecting the public will reap savings for the state down the road in lowered health care costs alone. One must not look only at cancer. These toxics are known to cause a multitude of adverse health impacts apart from cancer. The OHA is wrong in their stance on this, although that is a separate issue._x000D_ _x000D_ Reporting from the Oregonian indicates that air quality has significantly improved in SE Portland after the glassmakers' voluntary agreement to stop using toxics. While diesel fuels and other industries also contribute to poor air quality, the data points to Bullseye as the major contributor to our air issues in close-in SE._x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye, while pretending to want to work with neighbors, has spent funds that could be used on filtration on a PR firm, which has consistently given out differing information to different audiences. I believe the initial notice of intent to construct mentioned one filter (of 19 furnaces and 6 stacks) that was 90% efficient, which is what was communicated to EPAC (East Portland Air Coalition). In a letter to rally support from customers, suppliers, and distributors, for the company, the filter would suddenly remove 99% of toxics, period. (What about the other furnaces/stacks?) Bullseye has failed to clarify this point, leaving the neighborhood feeling confused, betrayed, and dismayed. We cannot trust that Bullseye will do the right thing unless YOU act to enforce permanent rules that require the most up-to-date, industry standard filtration on ALL furnaces. Who is to say that, when a large order is placed, Bullseye would be sure to use the furnace with the filter to complete that order, instead of firing up multiple furnaces and allowing toxics back into our air? Penalties must be in place to ensure compliance._x000D_ _x000D_ It is up to you to ensure that the residents of SE Portland are safe in our homes, at our parks, in our neighborhoods. The precautionary principle must be applied, for all known carcinogens, not just cadmium, arsenic, chromium and nickel. I do not believe that Bullseye will go out of business. I do believe, however, that this is a great opportunity for the company, as well as Portland and the state of Oregon, to be truly green, to attract new residents with clean air, and to lead the way in developing clean industry that is appropriate for mixed-zoning with residential neighborhoods. Having jobs in our neighborhoods is also important, but not to the detriment of health, which goes beyond looking at cancer. Please apply the precautionary principle. Please apply it to all industries, but to glass manufacturers first if you must. We know, and the data states that this current threat to human health can be eliminated._x000D_ _x000D_ Again, the DEQ works for the public, not for industry. Please, protect our families, our way of life, and restore our faith in the state. Do what's right, not what protects profits. It is not in the DEQ's mission statement to protect profits. Indeed, "DEQ's mission is to be a leader in restoring, maintaining and enhancing the quality of Oregon's air, land and water." Do that, please._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you very much,_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynette Hasegawa_x000D_ Brooklyn resident_x000D_ |
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| 119 | mandysmom1946@yahoo.com | mandysmom1946@yahoo.com |
As someone who has been doing glass for a number of years at a
studio in St John's , I would urge you to take a realistic view
of this situation and weigh it fairly. It is has been apparent
that neither glass company knowingly or intentionally spewed
toxins into the air. Had they known what was required or needed,
they would have complied. It's mass hysteria in that neighborhood
of mothers with nothing better to do but make trouble for others
and not try and work with the businesses like they should have
._x000D_ _x000D_ Work with the glass businesses , see that there is regulation for what they are doing so the rest of us can still enjoy making glass for others . If they need a better filtering system, let them know but at the same time let those hysterical mothers know that again, neither business is doing anything intentionally._x000D_ _x000D_ A Huntting _x000D_ Gresham Or_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ |
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| 120 | marco.circosta@multco.us | marco.circosta@multco.us |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ March 15, 2016 _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Joni Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ Department of Environmental Quality_x000D_ _x000D_ 811 SW Sixth Avenue_x000D_ _x000D_ Portland, Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Director Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I was concerned when I received copies from your office of the letters dated March 8 to Bullseye Glass Co. and Uroboros Glass Studios, Inc from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). The agency’s decision to allow the resumed use of chromium at Bullseye and Uroboros, as outlined in the March 8, 2016 letter to those companies transpired without public input and is premature._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The resumed use of chromium, even under the conditions outlined in the letter, could put families and individuals living near those facilities at increased risk. The DEQ is essentially proposing an experiment to determine if chromium 3 is converted during the manufacturing process into the more toxic chromium 6 and emitted into the air. This type of experimentation is not appropriate in close proximity to schools, neighborhoods, and childcare facilities, and without consent from the people directly impacted._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am calling on DEQ to take the following actions:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ · Mandate best available emissions control technology: Suspend heavy metal use at Bullseye and Uroboros until effective emission control technology has been installed and verified as effective. _x000D_ _x000D_ · Allow public comment on temporary rules: The public has a right to weigh in on temporary rules related to emissions of heavy metals from the glass manufacturing sector in Portland. The abbreviated timeline for temporary rulemaking does not allow for adequate public input, nor will closed door rulemaking build trust with the public. I join with other voices in asking for a 14 day public comment period._x000D_ _x000D_ · Establish a clear timeline. I am renewing my call for the state to provide a timeline and specific regulatory strategies that will be employed to comprehensively address air toxics._x000D_ _x000D_ We have all heard the understandable confusion, fear and anger from residents who live near these facilities. If the DEQ cannot verify safe levels of toxic heavy metal emissions that will not exceed ambient health-based benchmarks, then the agency should not be rushing to enable these emissions to recur._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Nearby residents have a right to expect that the health of their children is being protected by the DEQ, not negotiated away behind closed doors._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Deborah Kafoury_x000D_ _x000D_ Multnomah County Chair_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Cc: Governor Kate Brown_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Multnomah County Oregon_x000D_ 501 SE Hawthorne, Suite 600_x000D_ Portland, Oregon 97214_x000D_ 503-988-3308_x000D_ <https://multco.us/chair-kafoury> https://multco.us/chair-kafoury_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 121 | Margaret Hall | margrhall@hotmail.com |
Dear Regulators and Elected Representatives,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am contacting you to voice my concerns over the proposed changes to the manufacture of glass in the Portland area of Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ I am a fused glass artist in England and so I have an interest in the outcome of the meeting. I do not have any great scientific understanding of the production of glass but I have followed the development of the situation from the first publication of the news story concerning the possibility of air pollution which might be caused by the manufacture of glass. I fear for the people who rely totally on these companies for their own business._x000D_ _x000D_ I have read through the DEQ proposals as outlined in this agenda_x000D_ _x000D_ http://www.oregon.gov/deq/EQC/Documents/2016/031516eqcAgenda.pdf_x000D_ _x000D_ and notice the use of the words 'possibly', 'likely', 'more likely than not', 'potentially', which suggest to me that there has been no scientific proof that the manufacturing process actually does produce dangerously high levels of the materials described. Much of this seems to be pure speculation. In fact, it seems that the whole problem seems to have been blown up out of proportion. From my distant perspective it seems that the press has sown a seed for public concern by suggesting that there is a problem and then it has been taken up by others with some political purpose to add fuel to their own intentions._x000D_ _x000D_ I understand the concern over pollution but the wording on the agenda is very vague concerning the actual level of pollution and its effect on the locality. These companies have been producing glass for many years; have any of their employees been found to have suffered from these polllutants? _x000D_ _x000D_ From what I know of one of the manufacturers they are a well liked and conscientious company who take seriously their duty to protect the environment as well as providing a good quality product. They have already reduced their output of certain colours of glass which has caused no little problem to many who use their products. People in the UK are concerned that they may be forced to go out of business as they rely on these glass manufacturers to provide them with the materials necessary for their livelihood._x000D_ _x000D_ I notice at the end of the agenda there is a section entitled 'Who are the affected parties?' I would like to add to that list the numerous people worldwide who rely on those glass producers for their livelihood. These companies produce materials that are used by glass artists all over the world, both in business and as a recreational activity. Any restriction on the production of their glass will have a far-reaching and, in many cases, a devastating effect._x000D_ _x000D_ Bearing all this in mind I hope that any decisions made at this meeting are based on sound, scientific evidence, and that those who make the decisions do so from a considered and unbiased standpoint,_x000D_ _x000D_ Kind Regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ Margaret Hall_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 122 | Margaret Synan-Russell | synanrussellm@oes.edu |
Hello, _x000D_ I am writing to you all today in support of Bullseye Glass. I have used Bullseye Glass in our classrooms for many years as did the teachers before me and I feel compelled to speak out against the targeted affront on Bullseye Glass. _x000D_ We teach our students to work for the power of good and to gather all evidence before making a case and decision. I know that today the DEQ will be making a proposal that will potentially harm the employees, the artists, many Portland teachers and an organization that has built an international reputation that has put Portland on the map in its industry, and they will be doing so without scientific evidence of the issues Bullseye is accused of. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am an artist and educator and do my homework before choosing materials to use in my classroom and the organizations I buy the materials from. As a teacher it is an important part of walking our talk!_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Their is scientific evidence that clearly indicates their furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. If they did, their glass would be ruined. For more information on this, see this explanation by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University: <http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html> http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ _x000D_ When I first heard of the issues with the toxins found in SE I worried too. I live within 1.5 of Bullseye and drive past it going to and from work daily, for years! As I teach my students, gather your evidence, make a decision based on fact, not fear or peer pressure. I am not worried about the emissions from Bullseye until the evidence is clear- and it is not! The DEQ is making assumptions based on a lack of information and public fear in sighted by some people not doing their jobs and incorrect news reports. Don't fall into the trap of not doing your homework, caving to peer pressure and doing harm to many people in the aftermath. _x000D_ _x000D_ Please support Bullseye Glass, our small Portland business and don't sentence them before the jury is out. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you, _x000D_ _x000D_ Margaret Synan-Russell_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ Margaret Synan-Russell_x000D_ Chair of the Visual and Performing Arts Department_x000D_ LS Art Teacher_x000D_ Oregon Episcopal School_x000D_ 6300 SW Nicol Rd. _x000D_ Portland OR _x000D_ 97223_x000D_ |
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| 123 | Maria-Gracia Cabanilla | mgcabanilla@hotmail.com |
To Those Who Are Considering enforcing sweeping “temporary”
regulations that will severely curtail Bullseye glass production,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My name is Maria Gracia Cabanilla and I have worked for Bullseye Glass for 21 years._x000D_ My husband works 1 block from Uroboros Glass and we live in the Overlook neighborhood - 1/2 mile for Uroboros Glass._x000D_ We garden every year and during these last few years, we have raised a healthy and thriving family that includes us and our child._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I'm reaching out to you to please ask you to think carefully about your new regulations that will destroy this industry and will put many out of work._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass is in the process of installing new filtering systems - So, why is the DEQ and EPA arbitrarily asking Bullseye Glass to stop using Cr (III), when they allow all other bottle producers to use this same compound?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Pleas consider the scientific evidence that clearly indicates our furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. If they did, our glass would be ruined. For more information on this, see this explanation by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University: <http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html> http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We all want clear air - Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Maria Gracia Cabanilla_x000D_ |
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| 124 | Martha Keane | marthahovis@yahoo.com |
Dear Ms Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am emailing you today to express my support for Bullseye and Uroboros Glass Factories in Portland. I am a glass artist that has lived in SE Portland near Bullseye and in North Portland near Uroboros in the past. I currently live in Clackamas County and frequent the Bullseye factory for their exceptional classes, products, and expertise. Over the years, I have witnessed their dedication to supporting glass artists and their community. I have been impressed with the consistent, friendly, professionalism that is apparent in all their employees at every level in the company. As a small business owner and employer myself, I know that this is no small feat and comes from a dedication by the owners and upper management to their employees, their company and the art glass community._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My respect and love of Bullseye aside, I have been very concerned about what I have seen in our local media coverage of this important issue. Unfortunately, it appears to me that people are putting the cart before the horse. Even just today, I heard on NPR that the results have come back and maybe its not as bad as everyone feared after all. In light of this report, it seems like a good thing that no one jumped to any conclusions at the DEQ/OEQC meeting earlier this week. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am also a member of the Oregon Glass Guild and feel that fellow member Bob Heath did an excellent job of articulating my feelings on the subject in the statement he made at the DEQ/OEQC meeting. Since he said it so well, I will quote him below. Please know that while I am borrowing his words, my concern over how this issue is being handled is very real and I truly hope that decisions will be made based on science and not emotion or politics. I am confident that options exist to keep people safe and, at the same time, to allow Bullseye and Uroboros to continue to thrive. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ "Due to what I consider to be largely irresponsible, sensationalistic news reporting on this matter, the public demand for immediate action has been extreme. I feel that these proposed new rules are an unwarranted over reaction that will not improve the situation. Two recent soil test studies have already shown that the severity of the problem isn’t nearly as great as what was originally feared and both of the Portland glass manufacturers cited as possible sources of pollution, Bullseye and Uroboros, have already taken actions to eliminate the use of, and therefore the potential for releases of, the identified hazardous materials. These actions, taken voluntarily and at significant sacrifice to these businesses demonstrate good will and the concern that both companies have for the air quality in our community."_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ "...it would serve no purpose to restrict the use of Cr III by these glass manufacturers, but it would cause significant harm to both of these companies above and beyond that already resulting from their voluntary actions. The DEQ rule proposal identifies the public and the colored glass manufacturers as parties that would be affected by these proposed temporary rules. Their estimation of how the glass companies would be affected completely overlooks the impact of forcing them to further curtail their production, the layoffs that would follow, and the very real potential for the businesses to be forced to shut down entirely." _x000D_ _x000D_ "Oregon should be proud of and should help promote its home grown art glass industry. To my knowledge, there are only three companies in the world that make significant quantities of the type of art glass that can be readily used by fused glass artists, and we are fortunate to have two of them located here in Portland. Glass artists from all over the world travel to Portland every year to attend conferences and classes sponsored by these companies. Beyond the effect on the local economy, these unnecessary and scientifically unsupported new rules would also negatively impact the thousands of glass artists worldwide that depend on the products of these companies for their livelihood." _x000D_ _x000D_ I strongly urge that you to make the right decision and reject these proposed rule changes in favor of a balanced, reasoned and scientifically supported solution to the air contamination problem. The global art glass community is watching what you do...and praying that you don’t risk destroying the entire art glass industry in a rush to judgement." (Bob Heath, 3/15/16)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time and consideration,_x000D_ _x000D_ Martha_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Martha Keane_x000D_ PO Box 1108_x000D_ Mulino, OR 97042_x000D_ 503-329-1993_x000D_ _x000D_ ???????›??????????›????????????????????????????????????????????›???????????????????›??????????????????????›??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????›?????????????????????????????????‰‰? |
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| 125 | Mel Pope | mel@glassdesignworkshop.co.uk |
_x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Mr Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I was very saddened to hear of the problems in Portland and sincerely hope that the scientists swiftly discover the source of the problem and measures are put in place to rectify and prevent further contamination. Health is, without question, paramount. The reason I feel compelled to write to you today is to support you in your decisions as you must be under enormous pressure to be seen to do something from residents of Portland who quite rightly are deeply concerned for their health. To presume the blame on one factory, Bullseye Glass, specifically the pending temporary ban of the use of Chromium III, before the facts are fully understood, however, will have serious detrimental repercussions for the factory; their employees and for Artists, like me, who rely on Bullseye Glass for our work. Bullseye glass is unique, it’s the best quality fusing glass available, globally. Because of its uniqueness and compatibility we cannot just use someone else’s glass in the interim. I appeal to you not to make a rash decision in the hopes of quelling the protestors and those that are demanding action. Testing IS action, and Bullseye have already actioned improvements to their emissions, beyond the measures they’re required to take, because they care. Chromium III is not the reason for contamination from this factory and therefore to prevent it’s use, temporary or not is injudicious._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Kind regards_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Melanie Pope_x000D_ _x000D_ Curator _x000D_ _x000D_ Glass Design Workshop_x000D_ _x000D_ England, UK_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 126 | Melody Roth | mroth97@msn.com |
Dear Elected and Government Officials:_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Did you know?:_x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Why don't we apply good sense, good science to this concern? Panic, paranoia, and fear. Let's go with science. We recently read the DEQ report that exonerates Bullseye._x000D_ <http://www.oregon.gov/newsroom/Pages/NewsDetail.aspx?newsid=1029> http://www.oregon.gov/newsroom/Pages/NewsDetail.aspx?newsid=1029_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am curious what we are doing to halt the production by other manufacturers of glass or metals who emit Cr(III). It's not democratic or good business to single out two small producers of glass. It would result in employee layoffs, huge economic impacts to Bullseye and our worldwide customers, and could even drive us out of business. While you may think BE is small - the trickle down effect is huge. There are wholesalers, retailors, artists and recipients. This will hurt the entire glass community. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am a glass artist and I support Bullseye. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Melody Roth_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 127 | Melvyn Ball | melvyjball@gmail.com |
TO : Joni Hammond, Interim Director, Oregon Dept. of Environmental
Quality_x000D_ _x000D_ March 14th, 2016_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to please rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your understanding !_x000D_ _x000D_ Gratefully,_x000D_ _x000D_ Mel Ball,_x000D_ Portland, Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 128 | Michael Beaman | mb@beamanarch.com |
Joni, Lynn:_x000D_ _x000D_ I live in SE Portland, about a mile from Bullseye’s factory. I am an Architect and a glass artist. I have been and am a supporter of Bullseye’s products and their business model. I fear that the publicity around Bullseye’s emissions is forcing a business that is trying to do the right thing on all fronts, into a financial corner from which it will have a hard time emerging. Please look at this situation in a reasonable manner and not a political one; allow them time to make corrections and not suffer unrecoverable financial loses._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Relatively new businesses like Bullseye Glass are ones that are making Portland and Oregon a destination for a lot of people. Please champion the right and reasonable side of this ordeal._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Michael Beaman, Architect_x000D_ _x000D_ President, Beaman Architecture, Ltd._x000D_ (503) 236-3300_x000D_ <blocked::mailto:mb@beamanarch.com> mb@beamanarch.com _x000D_ _x000D_ <http://www.beamanarch.com/> www.beamanarch.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This email message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply, e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 129 | Michael Rogers | marsac@rit.edu |
Dear Ms. Joni Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Michael Rogers_x000D_ _x000D_ Full Professor, Glass Program_x000D_ _x000D_ School For American Crafts_x000D_ _x000D_ Rochester Institute of Technology_x000D_ _x000D_ Rochester, NY_x000D_ _x000D_ 585 733 5826_x000D_ _x000D_ marsac@rit.edu_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 130 | Michelle and Terry Rothwell | tsrothwell@gmail.com |
Regarding the over-reaction by some to the issues in Portland
and the misguided blame pointed at Bullseye glass, please let
the science be the determining factor and not uninformed panic.
thank you for your time, Terry Rothwell, Santa Fe NM_x000D_ |
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| 131 | Michelle Galli | mmgalli33@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Michelle Galli_x000D_ Depoe Bay Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 132 | Michelle J | sunrising42@gmail.com |
I would like to ask that before any sweeping temporary or permanent
regulations are enacted, everyone take the time and effort to
be educated by experts in the fields of chemistry, glass manufacturing,
health, and environmental sciences. Making uninformed (or not
fully informed) regulations can have irreparable impacts on Portland's
economy by potentially shutting down companies that haven't violated
any rules or regulations and who have acted respectfully and
in full compliance (often voluntarily!). The loss of the glass
manufacturers in Portland will have global impact as their products
are used globally and in countless applications - not just stained
glass windows or fused glass bowls._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you very much for your time and consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully,_x000D_ _x000D_ Michelle Janicki_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 133 | Microsoft Exchange | irislitt@stanford.edu |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation. It's owners' personal commitment to the people of our community is legendary. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As a scientist, I know the importance of ensuring that regulatory decisions are based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your careful analysis and rational action at this critical time._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Iris F. Litt, M.D._x000D_ _x000D_ Professor, Emerita_x000D_ _x000D_ Stanford University_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 5028 SW Dosch Lane_x000D_ _x000D_ Portland, OR _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Iris F. Litt, M.D._x000D_ The Marron and Mary Elizabeth Kendrick Professor of Pediatrics (Emerita)_x000D_ |
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| 134 | Minna | minnaming@gmail.com |
Greetings, elected officials and area regulators._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am an employee at Bullseye Glass Company - I have been for almost ten years. I have had the pleasure and honor to work with and for a company that has innovated art glass and its production. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you all in response to the temporary rules planned as a stop-gap measure to allay public concern over recent moss and air tests showing elevated levels of heavy metals in the neighborhood._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In my decade of working for Bullseye I have been proud to represent and be a part of this unique industry. I've seen the conscientious, mindful business practices of my colleagues, and I've seen the positive impacts of our products and education in the contemporary art and craft worlds - both local and international._x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye is taking these recent environmental concerns seriously - having hired an environmental consulting firm February 2nd to review production practices and processes (http://www.bullseyeglass.com/news/bullseye-statement-on-deq-test-results-in-portland.html). They are in the process of installing a baghouse filtration system (http://koin.com/2016/03/10/bullseyes-world-dull-gray-hopes-to-be-bright-soon/), which goes above and beyond current regulation. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In order to continue carving this new path, Bullseye needs to remain in operation. Installing and testing the new filtration system will take time and money - both of which will disappear if a complete chromium ban is put in place. _x000D_ _x000D_ Portlanders have been reminded of the ongoing environmental concerns of our area. I believe that Bullseye would like to be a part of the solution - acting as an example to other industries in the area via continued collaboration with our neighbors, regulators, and by setting new standards for environmental stewardship - not by being a cautionary tale as a casualty to hasty, reactionary, unfounded rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time and consideration,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Minna Shirley_x000D_ _x000D_ 70 SE 87th Ave_x000D_ _x000D_ Portland, OR 97216_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 135 | Mitzi Kugler | mitzikart@gmail.com |
I attended the meeting for the hearing of the glass manufacturers
on March 16, 2016. I was shocked at several parts of the meeting
that took place. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ First was the lack of knowledge of the industry that the DEQ commissioners had and were going to use to close down production that could lay off over 70 people with living wages in the Portland metro region. The top art glass manufacturers in country are all here in the Pacific Northwest. These are Bullseye Glass Co., Uroboros, System 96, Spectrum Glass, Creation is Messy, Northstar Glassworks, Glass Alchemy and Trautman Art Glass. Two other companies are located in the Midwest; Kokmo Glass and The Paul Wissach Glass Co. These companies produce almost all of the art glass that is used worldwide by glass artists. I was taken back that the commissioners wanted information from California; they don’t produce art glass._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Second is the lack of knowledge of the chromium that is at the forefront of this investigation. Shouldn’t information be known if it is the chromium that is unsafe or not before thinking it is the one that causes harm to humans. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The third is the information that was given to the commissioners was from the DEQ research team. The Moss study finished in 2012 found high levels of certain metals in the Portland Metro region. DEQ receive the studies in May of 2015. To find out more about the levels the DEQ research team decided to have more studies around the heavy metal locations. But the problem is how they then attained the second batch of air study data around Bullseye Glass. The high levels of toxic metals emissions readings data was collected from this air study in October 2015. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ When the results were done, DEQ published a report and stated that the moss study “prompted DEQ to set up air monitoring systems near a glass company.” _x000D_ _x000D_ The air monitoring systems finding also stated, “art glass manufacturing are more likely than not to emit potentially unsafe levels of certain metals, including arsenic, cadmium, hexavalent chromium and nickel.” But the paper data or the verbal report never identified the levels in the air tests as low, medium, high scale or a scale that is predominating in the field. This is so we could compare the finding in the DEQ own soil tests._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Before Bullseye Glass even saw the report from the DEQ, the findings were published in a newspaper article. This article stated that heavy metals were found in the air and were conducted by DEQ,, sent the neighborhoods in the area into panic mode, fueled by other news media. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ So how did the DEQ do the air study? They didn’t. In this meeting the DEQ gave verbal testimony that they didn’t have resources to fund the air study themselves, so they enlisted a professor from Reed College to have students run a college science project. They also had to borrow equipment to conduct the study. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Did the professor have current knowledge of this particular equipment to be able to teach the students how to run it for the students’ science project? Was the machine in good working order? Was the college professor able to certify that this borrowed machine could be calibrated or set functions to make sure it was in working order? How did they assure that the machine was collecting reliable data? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Yet another problem is that the air quality machine was placed in an open, unsecured parking lot adjacent to Bullseye Glass. Was the equipment left unattended? Could people walking by the lot interfere with the equipment or meddle with the machine? Could the data from the borrowed machine of the college students’ science project be compromised? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Last, the main issue is that another study was made by the DEQ that discounted the data from the borrowed machine and the college science project. Here the DEQ tested soil samples that were taken again from around the parking lot where the air quality machine was placed. They also tested in a park, swell and a daycare. DEQ researchers themselves did these soil studies and found that the levels met acceptable and low risk levels for the heavy metals. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ So the high levels from the air study that came from the borrowed equipment run by the college students’ science project does not correlate with their own DEQ researchers’ soil samples. Which study would you believe? The DEQ research team even said that, “They really don’t have all the information but it still would be limited at this time.” But the DEQ is willing to shut down most of glass plant and laying off maybe over 70 people because the DEQ is using the data from the college science project data that doesn’t correlate with DEQ’s own findings. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The time now is to have patience and wait until the two larger companies have installed the Baghouses. Then reanalyze the data done by DEQ’s own researchers! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Are you really ready to have two companies lay off maybe over 70 people and close three other companies, for a study filled with non-corroborated data that was done by college students?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This is the information given to us at the Temporary Rule meeting on March 14, 2016. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time in reading this information. It does have implications for companies, employees and artists that used the art glass worldwide._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Mitzi Kugler_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ Cheers, Mitzi Kugler_x000D_ _x000D_ Check out my art <https://squareup.com/market/mitzi-kart> _x000D_ |
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| 136 | Mitzi Kugler | mitzikart@gmail.com |
I attended the meeting for the hearing of the glass manufacturers
on March 16, 2016. I was shocked at several parts of the meeting
that took place. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ First was the lack of knowledge of the industry that the DEQ commissioners had and were going to use to close down production that could lay off over 70 people with living wages in the Portland metro region. The top art glass manufacturers in country are all here in the Pacific Northwest. These are Bullseye Glass Co., Uroboros, System 96, Spectrum Glass, Creation is Messy, Northstar Glassworks, Glass Alchemy and Trautman Art Glass. Two other companies are located in the Midwest; Kokmo Glass and The Paul Wissach Glass Co. These companies produce almost all of the art glass that is used worldwide by glass artists. I was taken back that the commissioners wanted information from California; they don’t produce art glass._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Second is the lack of knowledge of the chromium that is at the forefront of this investigation. Shouldn’t information be known if it is the chromium that is unsafe or not before thinking it is the one that causes harm to humans. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The third is the information that was given to the commissioners was from the DEQ research team. The Moss study finished in 2012 found high levels of certain metals in the Portland Metro region. DEQ receive the studies in May of 2015. To find out more about the levels the DEQ research team decided to have more studies around the heavy metal locations. But the problem is how they then attained the second batch of air study data around Bullseye Glass. The high levels of toxic metals emissions readings data was collected from this air study in October 2015. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ When the results were done, DEQ published a report and stated that the moss study “prompted DEQ to set up air monitoring systems near a glass company.” _x000D_ _x000D_ The air monitoring systems finding also stated, “art glass manufacturing are more likely than not to emit potentially unsafe levels of certain metals, including arsenic, cadmium, hexavalent chromium and nickel.” But the paper data or the verbal report never identified the levels in the air tests as low, medium, high scale or a scale that is predominating in the field. This is so we could compare the finding in the DEQ own soil tests._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Before Bullseye Glass even saw the report from the DEQ, the findings were published in a newspaper article. This article stated that heavy metals were found in the air and were conducted by DEQ,, sent the neighborhoods in the area into panic mode, fueled by other news media. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ So how did the DEQ do the air study? They didn’t. In this meeting the DEQ gave verbal testimony that they didn’t have resources to fund the air study themselves, so they enlisted a professor from Reed College to have students run a college science project. They also had to borrow equipment to conduct the study. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Did the professor have current knowledge of this particular equipment to be able to teach the students how to run it for the students’ science project? Was the machine in good working order? Was the college professor able to certify that this borrowed machine could be calibrated or set functions to make sure it was in working order? How did they assure that the machine was collecting reliable data? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Yet another problem is that the air quality machine was placed in an open, unsecured parking lot adjacent to Bullseye Glass. Was the equipment left unattended? Could people walking by the lot interfere with the equipment or meddle with the machine? Could the data from the borrowed machine of the college students’ science project be compromised? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Last, the main issue is that another study was made by the DEQ that discounted the data from the borrowed machine and the college science project. Here the DEQ tested soil samples that were taken again from around the parking lot where the air quality machine was placed. They also tested in a park, swell and a daycare. DEQ researchers themselves did these soil studies and found that the levels met acceptable and low risk levels for the heavy metals. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ So the high levels from the air study that came from the borrowed equipment run by the college students’ science project does not correlate with their own DEQ researchers’ soil samples. Which study would you believe? The DEQ research team even said that, “They really don’t have all the information but it still would be limited at this time.” But the DEQ is willing to shut down most of glass plant and laying off maybe over 70 people because the DEQ is using the data from the college science project data that doesn’t correlate with DEQ’s own findings. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The time now is to have patience and wait until the two larger companies have installed the Baghouses. Then reanalyze the data done by DEQ’s own researchers! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Are you really ready to have two companies lay off maybe over 70 people and close three other companies, for a study filled with non-corroborated data that was done by college students?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This is the information given to us at the Temporary Rule meeting on March 14, 2016. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your time in reading this information. It does have implications for companies, employees and artists that used the art glass worldwide._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Mitzi Kugler_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ Cheers, Mitzi Kugler_x000D_ _x000D_ Check out my art <https://squareup.com/market/mitzi-kart> _x000D_ |
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| 137 | Monica Garcia-Alonso | mgarcia@estelconsult.com |
Dear Sir/Madam,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you with regards to the proposed measures that may be imposed on glass production at Bullseye glass, Portland. My understanding is that these proposed measures have arisen from the concern that Cr(III), a harmless and naturally occurring compound, will be converted into its more harmful form Cr(VI) during the production of Bullseye glass and that this will lead to harmful levels of exposure to humans. However, Bullseye have been using Cr(III) responsibly and the processes they use in glass making do not produce toxic chromium (Cr(VI)). So environmental exposure to chromium from the production of bullseye glass will be exposure to Cr(III) not Cr(VI). Regarding hazard, both DEQ and EPA have acknowledged there is no clear evidence of acute or chronic health risks based on Bullseye’s use of Cr(III). Humans are regularly exposed to Cr(III) from natural sources as well as industrial production. Bullseye have commitment to monitor emissions of Cr(III) and keep them within the allowed levels, therefore it can be expected that the risk of harmful effects in humans will be low. It is important to note that other glass manufacturers in the USA are known to use much higher amounts of Cr(III) than Bullseye on a yearly basis and this has been deemed safe, so there are precedents of previous exposure to Cr(III) at higher levels with low risk. This means that the lower levels of Cr(III) emitted by Bullseye production will also result in low risk . Taking into account this information, I would like to urge DEQ to rely on the available scientific evidence and to use standard risk assessment approaches (taking into account hazard potential and exposure) before imposing these strict rules. There is no doubt that the protection of humans living in the vicinity of glass factories is essential, but public pressure and political motivation should not drive the imposition of disproportionate regulations. _x000D_ _x000D_ Best regards_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dr. Monica Garcia-Alonso_x000D_ _x000D_ Estel Consult Ltd._x000D_ _x000D_ Tel: +44 1344 484 197_x000D_ _x000D_ Mobile: +44 741257 9496_x000D_ _x000D_ Skype: mongaral_x000D_ _x000D_ mgarcia@estelconsult.com <mailto:mgarcia@estelconsult.com> _x000D_ _x000D_ www.estelconsult.com <http://www.estelconsult.com/> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This email has been sent from a virus-free computer protected by Avast. _x000D_ www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=emailclient> _x000D_ |
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| 138 | mrerick@comcast.net | mrerick@comcast.net |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I certainly do not worry about heavy metals using Bullseye's products. These "temporary" regulations affect my ability to make a living as an artist._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Mike Rerick_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 139 | Mullen, Denise | dmullen@ocac.edu |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Denise Mullen | President_x000D_ Oregon College of Art and Craft_x000D_ OCAC is dedicated to Craft as the creative material practice_x000D_ at the core of art and design._x000D_ _x000D_ 8245 SW Barnes Road | Portland OR 97225 _x000D_ 971.255.4227 p | 503.297.3155 f_x000D_ www.ocac.edu <http://www.ocac.edu/> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 140 | Nancy Sala | nancy@kaleidoglass.com |
I am not a resident of Oregon, however, as a consumer of Bullseye
Glass products, your decision is going to affect me and thousands
of other consumers. _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to do the right thing. _x000D_ _x000D_ Nancy Sala_x000D_ www.kaleidoglass.com_x000D_ 7016 Husky Dr NE_x000D_ Rio Rancho, NM 87144_x000D_ 505-206-6481_x000D_ |
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| 141 | Nathan Sandberg | nathansandberg@gmail.com |
Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ It has come to my attention that your department is set to impose "temporary", new rules on at least 2 local glass manufacturers. It is widely known that these new rules are not based on accurate science. Fear and politics seem to be the driving force here. I have read your recent press release regarding the vote tomorrow/today (depending on when/if you read this) and have found that you use the words "possibly" and "potentially" too many times. Scary. You also use a lot of words to basically say that the DEQ hasn't done it's job for 30-40 years. _x000D_ I would like you to know that it is completely unacceptable for you to hold at least 2 companies, their employees, their employees families and thousands of people around the world that rely on these companies product hostage over the fact that YOU DIDN'T DO YOUR JOB. _x000D_ Apparently the "possible" pollution you mention has been going on for 30 years. Is another 6 months or a year, during which you can do some real testing and present scientific facts to the public, gonna really hurt anyone? The answer is NO. You know it and I know it. _x000D_ What you don't know is that my entire life is connected to the Bullseye factory in SE. My wife works there. I worked there for 8 years. I travel the world teaching classes to THOUSANDS of people who use their product. Many of whom rely on it for their income. I also personally use their product on a daily basis in my studio in North Portland. Everyone I know uses their product on a daily basis. I bet if you counted the number of people whos lives you will affect with your temporary rules it is much larger than the number of people who could "possibly" be affected by "potential" airborne hazards. _x000D_ _x000D_ YOU WILL RUIN MY LIFE if you stop Bullseye from producing the product they have been allowed to produce for 30 years. Hows that for fear. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ A suggestion: Get the City of Portland to adopt proper zoning laws. Who builds a daycare next to a smokestack of any kind? _x000D_ _x000D_ Please do your job properly. _x000D_ Nathan Sandberg_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ www.nathansandberg.com <http://www.nathansandberg.com> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 142 | Nina Frankel | ninafrankel@gmail.com |
Hello!_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am very concerned about the current vendetta against Bullseye glass, claiming that the company is contributing unduly to environmental contamination in Portland. Bullseye Glass has gone overboard to comply with and address environmental concerns about the chemicals and effluent from its production operations, and has made every effort to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I would appreciate your support to this community minded and vital company. Glass artists around the world count on Bullseye._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Warm regards, _x000D_ _x000D_ Nina Frankel_x000D_ |
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| 143 | Nina Pollock | nina_pollock@yahoo.com |
Dear Sir,_x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to base your decision on scientific facts. I support Bullseye's efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the business community. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Chromium each day than Bullseye uses in a year. Scientific evidence indicates Bullseye's furnaces cannot turn Chrominum III into Chromium IV. Chrominum is a naturally occurring compound. Please consider the scientific facts and at least wait until the air is tested after the filters are added to the furnaces at Bullseye._x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Nina Pollock_x000D_ Portland, Oregon_x000D_ |
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| 144 | Patty | glassiquecreations@yahoo.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Patricia Denny_x000D_ www.patriciadenny.com_x000D_ |
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| 145 | Paul Messink | turtlebayglass@gmail.com |
I fully support responsible use of toxic materials, and I support
the state's effort to protect the health of everyone. _x000D_ _x000D_ However, I am concerned that the proposed temporary rules related to Chromium are not well based. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Paul Messink_x000D_ |
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| 146 | Peggy King | glasslady@snowflakeglass.com |
As a user of Bullseye glass in my artwork, I am aware of their
long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye
Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible
citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon.
_x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. There is no basis for making Bullseye subject to regulations that are not imposed on other, decidedly larger makers of green glass. The economic, job and industry-wide impacts of imposing such unnecessary regulations will be widespread. It is beyond my understanding why the powers that be wish to take such destructive measures without any proof of necessity. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules based on some political agenda._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Peggy King_x000D_ _x000D_ www.snowflakeglass.com_x000D_ _x000D_ glasslady@snowflakeglass.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 147 | Pete and Sue Sinclair | kildeer123@icloud.com |
Dear Director Saxton (OHA), _x000D_ Dear Director Hammond (DEQ),_x000D_ Dear Governor Brown, _x000D_ Dear State Representative Nosse, _x000D_ Dear State Representative Pederson, _x000D_ Dear U.S. Representative Blumenauer, _x000D_ Dear Senator Merkley, _x000D_ Dear Senator Wyden, _x000D_ Dear County Representative Kafoury,_x000D_ Dear Oregon Natural Resources Policy Advisor Goldfarb, _x000D_ Dear Portland Mayor Hales, _x000D_ Dear Portland Commissioner Novick, _x000D_ Dear Portland Commissioner Fish, _x000D_ Dear Portland Commissioner Saltzman, _x000D_ Dear Portland Commissioner Fritz_x000D_ _x000D_ I am a US citizen (CT) residing in the UK. Well you might think I have no business writing to elected representatives of the state of Oregon and City of Portland, but I also have nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews who live in the beautiful city of Portland. I do not write my letter in “isolation” from concern over the health and safety of Portland and its environs._x000D_ _x000D_ Having prefaced with that, I am writing in support of the Bullseye Glass Company - not only as a quality producer of American glass but as a solid, responsible company. Bullseye Glass has a long history of sound and compliant operation, and I support them in their actions to continue operations as a trustworthy citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. I have followed with concern the flurry of accusations, claims and counterclaims surrounding recent tests of both air and soil quality._x000D_ _x000D_ I am distressed to read of reactionary restrictions that have been proposed on Bullseye Glass as a result of what is clearly insufficient data collection and incomplete analysis regarding the cause or source of compounds that have not been proven to be damaging, as well as ignorance of the actual process used in creating the product that has been brought under question. _x000D_ _x000D_ As a concerned US citizen - and I DO vote - regulatory decisions must be based on science. Period. It is my understanding that the process used by Bullseye Glass does NOT result in the production of toxic chromium. I urge Oregon’s DEQ to base their decisions on science and fact in the course of carrying out their important mission. Poorly drafted and misdirected regulations that will only serve to cause economic hardship and not even address the propertied environmental issue will do more harm than good. _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Susan Sinclair_x000D_ _x000D_ n.b. For those recipients for whom I have been unable to find email addresses, a copy of this email will be sent via their online contact forms, or by postal letter. As a concerned Connecticut constituent, I am also copying my Federal representatives, _x000D_ _x000D_ cc: Representative Esty, Senator Blumenthal, Senator Murphy_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 148 | Phil Petersen | phil@stainedglassheirlooms.com |
Dear Joni Hamond:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Phil and Brenda Petersen_x000D_ 200 Sycamore St._x000D_ Tipton, IA 52772_x000D_ _x000D_ www.stainedglassheirlooms.com <http://www.stainedglassheirlooms.com> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 149 | Pippa Bluck | pippa@warm-glass.co.uk |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Pippa Bluck _x000D_ _x000D_ Warm Glass UK - Director_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 01934 863344_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Psssst - check out what’s <https://www.facebook.com/warmglassUK/photos_stream?tab=photos_stream> coming out of the studio this week_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 150 | rectanus | rectanus@yahoo.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass is an important part of the vibrant Portland community. They have a history of ethical ownership and operation. In deed, they form an integral part of a larger world community of glass artists, crafts people, architects and hobbyists. I urge you to make regulatory decisions based on the science and not political issues. I hope DEQ will act based on good science and not impose measures not based on science and ultimately damage Bullseye and and the community it supports._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Howard Rectanus_x000D_ |
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| 151 | Renee Farr | rfarr@exactdata.com |
As a firm supporter of Bullseye Glass, please use responsible
decision making when determining the use/non-use of Chromium
III. Bullseye Glass has been, and hopes to continue to be, a
member of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon.
Please do not rush to a decision that isn’t based on science
and facts. There is scientific evidence showing that the use
of Chromium III by Bullseye Glass does not produce any toxic
emissions, nor does the use of Chromium III result in a change
to Chromium VI within their furnaces. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to review all the scientific facts before making a ruling._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for your consideration_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Renee Farr_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 152 | ringlejc@engr.orst.edu | ringlejc@engr.orst.edu |
Ms. Hammond:_x000D_ _x000D_ I object to the DEQ's proposed regulation. I think it was hastily _x000D_ written to allay public fears that have largely been stirred up by the _x000D_ press. It does not represent sound science. Naturally occurring Cr _x000D_ III will not turn into Cr VI in the process used by the art glass _x000D_ manufacturers in Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ This regulation requires some serious in-depth scientific study and _x000D_ should not be passed until such a study has been completed._x000D_ _x000D_ John C. Ringle, PhD_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 153 | Risa Sreden Prince | risasredenprince@gmail.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As a chemical engineer and glass artist, I have been following the recent events about the DEQ report on community health risks quite closely. While I certainly applaud the desire to keep the public safe, it appears that the testing and analysis is incomplete, especially in light of the fact that the background levels of the chemicals identified in some cases exceeds those in the samples. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Responses from Bullseye Glass and Uroboros have been in the public interest and it appears that both companies are willing to work to develop new procedures going forward. A politically expedient but not scientifically based response is in no one's best interest. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ To adequately respond to the public and business needs in this matter, I respectfully request that the following actions be taken now: _x000D_ _x000D_ 1) Any passage of the currently contemplated rules (General Provisions for Stationary Sources 340-244-0) should be put on hold._x000D_ 2) Formation of a committee of scientists, engineers, health care professionals, and glass industry professionals with expertise in glass manufacture and industrial safety to determine the correct requirements for such rules. There should also be community and glass artist representation on this committee._x000D_ 3) A minimum of six weeks allowed for public comment by email, registered mail, or public appearance, with at least one public hearing, preferably more, before the issue is decided._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you. Your help in this matter greatly appreciated. _x000D_ _x000D_ Risa Sreden Prince_x000D_ _x000D_ Glass Artist_x000D_ RPM Galleries_x000D_ _x000D_ www.rpmgalleries.com <http://www.rpmgalleries.com> _x000D_ 513 290 5141_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 154 | Ruth Hamnett | ruth.hamnett1@gmail.com |
Dear Sir/Madam_x000D_ _x000D_ I understand you are meeting today, and may bring in temporary_x000D_ legislation that will quite likely put Bullseye Glass, based in_x000D_ Portland, out of business._x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to ask you to consider the wider impact of such a move._x000D_ Not only would it cause many people to be laid off in Portland,_x000D_ businesses from around the world will be significantly impacted and_x000D_ have to also close as there are only two fused glass producers - both_x000D_ of whom are based in Portland. This will bring great financial loss_x000D_ to many._x000D_ _x000D_ Our very livelihoods depend on the fused glass manufacturers - and_x000D_ doesn't just include glass artists, but glass shops, kiln makers, and_x000D_ a huge array of people connected to fused glass making. There is NO_x000D_ other alternative as no other manufacturers exist in the world that_x000D_ make a product like this._x000D_ _x000D_ As far as I can see from all the evidence that has been reported there_x000D_ is no concrete reason for restricting the use of certain essential_x000D_ ingredients in the production of the glass. Bullseye have already_x000D_ voluntarily taken steps to limit the use of some chemicals. A leading_x000D_ scientist, Dr LaCourse, has assured us that Bullseye’s furnaces do not_x000D_ produce toxic chromium._x000D_ _x000D_ It also seems disproportionately aimed at fused glass - as green_x000D_ bottle producers melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a_x000D_ year._x000D_ _x000D_ I realise when it comes to health it may be easy to have a knee-jerk_x000D_ reaction to feel like you're doing something, but please consider the_x000D_ facts. There is no proof Bullseye are causing harm to health, and_x000D_ they're willing to take steps to further limit any possibility for_x000D_ exposure. To bring in this temporary measure will be harsh and_x000D_ disproportionate to the issue at hand._x000D_ _x000D_ So I respectfully request that you consider the wider impact of any_x000D_ actions you take at your meeting today. Many thanks for your time in_x000D_ reading this._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Kind Regards_x000D_ Ruth_x000D_ |
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| 155 | S D | sharonldolan@gmail.com |
I am a glass artist who uses Bullseye glass exclusively, and while
I don’t live in Portland I have many friends and some relatives
who do. I care about there health and I care about my livelihood
as well. If the decisions that are going to be made were based
on fact I wouldn’t be writing this letter. While I appreciate
the public issue you are dealing I think that when lives are
affected your decision should be based in fact not fear._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sharon Dolan_x000D_ |
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| 156 | Sandra Draper | sdraper@mac.com |
Ladies and Gentlemen:_x000D_ _x000D_ I am a glass artist and an environmentalist. Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. Don't be responsible for send these American jobs overseas._x000D_ _x000D_ Sandi Draper_x000D_ Email: sdraper@mac.com <mailto:sdraper@mac.com> _x000D_ Office: 949.916.1753_x000D_ Cell: 949.742.5864_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 157 | Sarah | sarisu7@gmail.com |
Dear Ms. Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ As a long time Portland resident and artist, I have been following the air toxics issue regarding Bullseye Glass with great interest and concern. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsibly producing art glass, and has implemented a number of environmental improvements to their facility over the years. They have complied with every regulation, and voluntarily agreed to go the extra mile to mitigate the public’s fears, despite the DEQ’s lack of proof that they are the sole contributor to these SE air emissions. I visit the Bullseye factory regularly, and have noted the incredibly active Brooklyn Annex railyard with hundreds of diesel trucks going through every day, the many auto repair shops, the cement producer across from CCLC, and more industrial businesses that could be contributing to this issue far more than Bullseye does. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I absolutely stand with Bullseye Glass, and support them 100%, in its ongoing efforts to continue glass production as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. I applaud their decision to implement new pollution controls, as part of their 40+ year mission to be good stewards to the environment._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions MUST be based on proven science, not political issues. To scapegoat two small art glass manufacturers in a sea of emitting industrial businesses is NOT going to solve this much larger city-wide problem. This will only result in allowing the worst pollution emitters to get away with it, will cripple the global glass art community, and Portland will lose 120+ local jobs unnecessarily. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium, and if it did, the glass would be ruined. Please provide and promote the REAL science to the public! _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I strongly urge DEQ to rely on SCIENCE AND FACTS, and not to rush to impose poorly written and misdirected rules and regulations._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Sarah Givens_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 158 | Sarah Haworth | sarahj.haworth@btinternet.com |
I am a UK glass artist working in the UK. I rely on glass products
imported from Bullseye to make my work. I understand you are
meeting later today with a view to determining future action
with regard to possible pollution in the Portland area caused
by various glass manufacturing companies._x000D_ _x000D_ I understand from your website that following concerns of pollution by heavy metals testing has been carried out which has shown levels generally below “background” levels in soil samples taken. I also understand that despite these results Bullseye has already began the process of installing 99% efficient baghouses on furnaces that melt heavy metals, and have agreed to test these filtration devices once they’re installed and in operation. I also understand that Bullseye are offering reassurances supported by scientific evidence that their furnaces do not produce toxic chromium._x000D_ _x000D_ I believe Bullseye Glass are taking every effort to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. Taking steps that will effectively mean that production will have to stop immediately will affect people’s livelihoods both in Portland, the wider USA and across the world._x000D_ _x000D_ Please do not implement the new temporary regulations unless there is robust scientific evidence that this is the only way to deal with the issue._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for taking the time to read this email._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sarah Haworth_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 159 | Saxton Lynne | lynne.saxton@state.or.us |
Thank you for your input regarding air quality in Portland. I
will be sure that your comments become part of the permanent
record regarding this important issue. If you haven’t already,
please visit www.saferairportland.oregon.gov <http://www.saferairportland.oregon.gov>
for the latest information and data – including an opportunity
to sign-up for regular updates. Thank you again for your engagement._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Cherie Kennedy [mailto:teacak@sbcglobal.net] _x000D_ Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 10:18 PM_x000D_ To: Saxton Lynne <LYNNE.SAXTON@dhsoha.state.or.us>; hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us; REP Nosse <Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us>; REP VegaPederson <Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us>; Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov; mult.chair@multco.us; mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov; dan@portlandoregon.gov; nick@portlandoregon.gov; Amanda@portlandoregon.gov; novick@portlandoregon.gov_x000D_ Subject: _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Gentlemen;_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. It will be in poor judgement to impose regulations not based on a facts, but on a feeling as a "likely source of metals air emissions". It would be irresponsible to not have additional testing and a definitive conclusion to the issue at hand._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please do not pass regulations and judgement until additional study can find a conclusion based on facts._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Cherie Kennedy_x000D_ _x000D_ Infinite Glass Art_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 160 | Saxton Lynne | lynne.saxton@state.or.us |
Thank you for your input regarding indoor air quality in Portland.
I will be sure that your comments become part of the permanent
record regarding this important issue. If you haven’t already,
please visit www.saferairportland.oregon.gov <http://www.saferairportland.oregon.gov>
for the latest information and data – including an opportunity
to sign-up for regular updates. Thank you again for your engagement._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Alice Haga [mailto:alicehaga11@gmail.com] _x000D_ Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2016 9:38 AM_x000D_ To: hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us; Saxton Lynne <LYNNE.SAXTON@dhsoha.state.or.us>; REP Nosse <Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us>; REP VegaPederson <Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us>; Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov; mult.chair@multco.us; mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov_x000D_ Subject: Bullseye & Uroborus_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I DO stand with Bullseye Glass in it's efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. It has a long history of responsible operation. I am a glass artist who goes there regularly._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. Because Dr. LaCourse has said that Bullseye's furnaces do NOT produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support and clear thinking you can provide right now._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely, Alice Haga_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 161 | Saxton Lynne | lynne.saxton@state.or.us |
Thank you for your input regarding indoor air quality in Portland.
I will be sure that your comments become part of the permanent
record regarding this important issue. If you haven’t already,
please visit www.saferairportland.oregon.gov <http://www.saferairportland.oregon.gov>
for the latest information and data – including an opportunity
to sign-up for regular updates. Thank you again for your engagement._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: stephanie johnston [mailto:sljohnston08@gmail.com] _x000D_ Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2016 2:31 AM_x000D_ To: hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us; Saxton Lynne <LYNNE.SAXTON@dhsoha.state.or.us>; REP Nosse <Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us>; REP VegaPederson <Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us>; Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov; mult.chair@multco.us; mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov; dan@portlandoregon.gov; nick@portlandoregon.gov; Amanda@portlandoregon.gov; novick@portlandoregon.gov_x000D_ Subject: Bullseye & Uroburos Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye and Uroburos glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye and Uroburos Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ Stephanie Johnston_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 162 | Saxton Lynne | lynne.saxton@state.or.us |
Thank you for your input regarding indoor air quality in Portland.
I will be sure that your comments become part of the permanent
record regarding this important issue. If you haven’t already,
please visit www.saferairportland.oregon.gov for the latest information
and data – including an opportunity to sign-up for regular
updates. Thank you again for your engagement._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Message-----_x000D_ From: Jennifer Cheng [mailto:jenccheng39@yahoo.com] _x000D_ Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 8:13 PM_x000D_ To: hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us; Saxton Lynne <LYNNE.SAXTON@dhsoha.state.or.us>; REP Nosse <Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us>; nick@portlandoregon.gov; novick@portlandoregon.gov; REP VegaPederson <Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us>; dan@portlandoregon.gov; amanda@portlandoregon.gov; mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov; mult.chair@multco.us; gabriela.goldfarb@oregon.gov_x000D_ Subject: In support of art glass manufacturers_x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Regulators and Elected Representatives,_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you in regard to the just announced DEQ special meeting to be held on March 15, 2016 for the purpose of considering rule changes directed at Oregon Colored Art Glass Manufacturers._x000D_ _x000D_ I have read the DEQ proposal for new temporary rules to be considered for adoption at this meeting as outlined here: http://www.oregon.gov/deq/EQC/Documents/2016/031516eqcAgenda.pdf_x000D_ _x000D_ While I applaud the intent of the DEQ to protect our air quality and the health and safety of those living in the neighborhoods near Oregon’s glass manufacturing facilities, I feel that these proposed new rule changes are misguided and will not help achieve that goal. I am a glass artist and am concerned for the well-being of Oregon’s colored art glass manufacturing industry, those employed in that industry and those dependent on the products of that industry. In the recent furor over air contamination possibly coming from local glass manufacturing facilities, I think that these latter two constituencies have been largely overlooked._x000D_ _x000D_ Due to what I consider to be largely irresponsible, sensationalistic news reporting on this matter, the public demand for immediate action has been extreme. I feel that these proposed new rules are an unwarranted over reaction that will not improve the situation. Two recent soil test studies, have already shown that the severity of the problem isn’t nearly as great as what was originally feared and both of the Portland glass manufacturers cited as possible sources of pollution, Bullseye and Uroboros, have already taken actions to eliminate the use of, and therefore the potential for, releases of the identified hazardous materials. These actions, taken voluntarily and at significant sacrifice to these businesses demonstrate the good will and concern that both have for the air quality in our community._x000D_ _x000D_ The new rules proposed by the DEQ would force these businesses to make even more significant reductions in their production. The specific change that the new rules would enforce would be the elimination of the use of Chromium III because of the potential for this material to be transformed during production to a hazardous form; Chromium VI. Note, that the proposed DEQ rules also mistakenly make multiple references to another material, Chromium IV, which is indicative of the haste and lack of review with which these proposed rules were drafted. Although the potential conversion of Cr III to Cr VI does exist, glass manufacturers have the ability, and in-fact, the necessity, to prevent such conversion from occurring during the manufacturing process. If they did not, their process would not yield the green glass color they were aiming to produce and their production would be wasted. The scientific reasons behind this are explained by Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University here: http://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html._x000D_ _x000D_ In short, it would serve no purpose to restrict the use of Cr III by these glass manufacturers, but it would cause significant harm to both of these companies above and beyond that already resulting from their voluntary actions. The DEQ rule proposal identifies the public and the colored glass manufacturers as parties that would be affected by these proposed temporary rules. Their estimation of how the glass companies would be affected completely overlooks the impact of forcing them to further curtail their production, the layoffs that would follow, and the very real potential for the businesses to be forced to shut down entirely. _x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon should be proud of and should help promote its home grown art glass industry. To my knowledge, there are only three companies in the world that make significant quantities of the type of art glass that can be readily used by fused glass artists, and we are fortunate to have two of them located here in Portland. Beyond the effect on the local economy, these unnecessary and scientifically unsupported new rules would also negatively impact the thousands of glass artists worldwide that depend on the products of these companies for their livelihood, potentially destroying the entire fused art glass industry._x000D_ _x000D_ I hope that you will lend your voice to help DEQ understand that we need a balanced, reasoned and scientifically supported solution to this air contamination problem and not an ineffective, knee-jerk reaction as represented by these proposed rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Jennifer Cheng_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ |
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| 163 | Saxton Lynne | lynne.saxton@state.or.us |
Thank you for your input regarding indoor air quality in Portland.
I will be sure that your comments become part of the permanent
record regarding this important issue. If you haven’t already,
please visit www.saferairportland.oregon.gov <http://www.saferairportland.oregon.gov>
for the latest information and data – including an opportunity
to sign-up for regular updates. Thank you again for your engagement._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Lynne Saxton_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Melody Roth [mailto:mroth97@msn.com] _x000D_ Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 8:23 PM_x000D_ To: hammond.joni@deq.state.or.us; Saxton Lynne <LYNNE.SAXTON@dhsoha.state.or.us>; REP Nosse <Rep.RobNosse@state.or.us>; REP VegaPederson <Rep.JessicaVegaPederson@state.or.us>; Gabriela.GOLDFARB@oregon.gov; mult.chair@multco.us; mayorcharliehales@portlandoregon.gov; dan@portlandoregon.gov; nick@portlandoregon.gov; amanda@portlandoregon.gov; novick@portlandoregon.gov; senator_merkley@merkley.senate.gov_x000D_ Subject: Support Bullseye, our Community, and the Arts_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Elected and Government Officials:_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Did you know?:_x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Why don't we apply good sense, good science to this concern? Panic, paranoia, and fear. Let's go with science. We recently read the DEQ report that exonerates Bullseye._x000D_ http://www.oregon.gov/newsroom/Pages/NewsDetail.aspx?newsid=1029_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am curious what we are doing to halt the production by other manufacturers of glass or metals who emit Cr(III). It's not democratic or good business to single out two small producers of glass. It would result in employee layoffs, huge economic impacts to Bullseye and our worldwide customers, and could even drive us out of business. While you may think BE is small - the trickle down effect is huge. There are wholesalers, retailors, artists and recipients. This will hurt the entire glass community. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am a glass artist and I support Bullseye. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Melody Roth_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 164 | SERENA SMITH | serenasmith@embarqmail.com |
I don't live in Portland, some of my family do, but I do watch
the news and listen to the comments and actions taken in response
to the glass manufacturer pollution issue. _x000D_ _x000D_ I am in favor of environmental protections, and fully support further study and stronger limitations on emissions. However, in listening to an interview on the radio with a government official about how he had recommended no one within a mile of a glass company eat the food from their yard before he had gotten any test results back, and then learning that the only concern was within blocks of Bullseye, and that even a child eating that dirt is not in any real danger, is not "acting in an abundance of caution"; it is extremism and inflammatory without justification, and demonstrates there is a political motivation here._x000D_ _x000D_ I believe that Bullseye and Uroboros have demonstrated that they are good community partners, and that this situation is vastly different from a situation like that in Flint, for instance. I would like to see some studies, thoughtful scientific, medical, and environmental information coming out of the DEQ and other governmental organizations to inform the community in order to give us the information we need to rationally address this issue. And, not just the pollution putatively from Bullseye and Uroboros but pollution from the many many sources one finds in the city, including vehicle emissions._x000D_ _x000D_ It may be that we need stronger limitations in the limited area of glass manufacturing, but you haven't convinced me, yet._x000D_ _x000D_ Serena Smith_x000D_ The Dalles_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 165 | sharonagnor@comcast.net | sharonagnor@comcast.net |
Dear Mr Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In my fifteen year association with Bullseye glass, I know them to be people of integrity with a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in their efforts as members of the community who are concerned with sound practices that respect the environment._x000D_ _x000D_ The decisions you are making must be based on scientific data and not fear or politics. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse has said Bullseye's furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. Please do not rush to impose misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I appreciate any support you can provide._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sharon Agnor_x000D_ Vancouver WA._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 166 | Shawn Ingersoll | shawnwingersoll@gmail.com |
Hello All ,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I write to you as a lifelong Oregonian, Father, Husband, gardener, bike commuter, and environmentalist. And as a human, with the only lungs, kidneys, heart and body that I’ll ever get._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Over the last month, pollution issues in Portland and Milwaukie have become front and center, and the public is becoming aware of how big of a problem it is. From children schools located next to highly congested freeways, metal plating industry emissions, unregulated dirty diesel, dirty wood stoves, petroleum refinement, and glass makers and metal casting with heavy metal emissions into the neighborhoods that they moved into (to name a few). DEQ’s lack of enforcement, sound science, precautionary based benchmarks, and prioritizing human health over profit has become quite apparent. DEQ has become an agency that caters to industry and allows for industry to help write the rules. Polluters have a say, yet those who must breathe them in do not nor are they notified._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The health effects of these hotspots put residents, workers, and developing children at great risk. The consequences of which may be lifelong and result in higher rates of disease, medical issues, and mortality rates. And while there may be no acute (immediate) danger to the average person, there are pregnant mothers, young children, and others who do not have the same resilience that the average person’s body might have. Chronic exposure is hard to measure and the consequences of which may take decades to make an appearance._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The revelations of toxic hotspots in Portland and Milwaukie, as well as our overall terrible air quality need to be a priority. Holding those responsible for its bad shape should be the first step. Implementing up to date pollution control for all polluters in a phased approach within realistic timelines that the public can feel good about. Reducing dirty diesel, having a risk/health based regulation approach, incentivising clean wood burning stoves (especially for those that cannot afford them), keeping polluters responsible for the cost and not the public. I frequently smell diesel emissions as I bike to work from my child's daycare. It is disgusting to have to breathe in and is concerning in terms of my health._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The loophole Bullseye helped create, is a contributing factor that lead to this mess. No more loopholes. Our society has been a 'pollute first, ask questions later'. Instead, we need to ask questions, get answers, and then, only if it is deemed safe to health and the environment, should pollution into the air, water, and soil be allowed. Polluters should also bear the cost of getting these answers, not taxpayers._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My request is that we apply the Precautionary Principle towards laws and regulation:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ "When an activity raises threats of harm to human health or the environment, precautionary measures should be taken even if some cause and effect relationships are not fully established scientifically. In this context the proponent of an activity, rather than the public, should bear the burden of proof. The process of applying the precautionary principle must be open, informed and democratic and must include potentially affected parties. It must also involve an examination of the full range of alternatives, including no action." - Wingspread Statement on the Precautionary Principle, Jan. 1998_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We need a governing body with whom can properly test, enforce, regulate, and permit emissions of any kind. I fully support Portland Metro forming its own agency, rules, and regulations that keep us and our children safe. The DEQ we currently have caters to polluters and rarely, if ever, enforces rules and regulation or tests what comes out of emitters pipes. I would like to see the public better kept in the loop in terms of who pollutes what. If a business is applying for a new permit or a renewal (should be annual if not already), the public should be notified within a certain distance (homeowners, businesses, schools etc. and at a distance of 1 mile radius for example). Permit costs should take this additional cost of notification into account. For polluters, there needs to be consistent and regular fence monitoring. We should all know what is coming out of their pipes and into our soil, water, and air. Not a lump cap where they are allowed to emit without disclosing the pollution material. It should be expensive to pollute in an effort to curb it. It needs to make more fiscal sense for a business to implement pollution control than to pollute unabated._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I fear special interests, including the glass manufacturers and artists, will push an agenda of regulation being a job/craft killer. I urge you to approach these issues with an open mind and to not let this tactic of fear prevent you from putting the health of your constituents before the pressure of the industry. The fear for them is lost profits and so they will use whatever ammunition they have, being jobs and glass color options, to distract. The public is not asking for regulations in an effort to put these places out of business, but rather to implement up to date pollution control that will end adverse health effects moving forward. The efforts of these industries will also try to downplay the pollution by drawing attention away from the drastically high air/moss samples, to those of soils samples. The soil samples that were taken in one of the wettest seasons of the year. They do not represent long term data, like the moss, but rather a moment in time. To truly ensure that the soil is not contaminated, more testing over longer periods of time must be done. Testing must be done at the pipe rather than 100s of yards away. But regardless, low levels in the soil, does not mean damage has not been done. Air is different then soil. Each have benchmarks and each benchmarks need to be met regardless._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My family currently lives 1.5 miles from Precision Castparts and McClure Industries. Both locations emit cancer causing emissions (news to us). Heavy metal hotspots have been detected near Precision, and you can smell the styreane in the air near McClure. The big white stacks that appear to have no filters. My son will be attending Seth Lewelling Elementary School next year which is very close to these locations. I cannot allow him to attend a school that is so close to these heavy polluters without them implementing pollution control. These businesses are in the middle of crowded residential areas. Residents here grow their own food, their children play in the yard, we go on walks, and the Springwater corridor runs through these businesses. The air outside fills our houses when we open them up in the warmer weather. This is the air we breathe as do our developing children, which whom are at greater risk to toxics._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My family was low income until I got a job at the Fred Meyer office next to Bullseye. We put our 2 year old son at the CCLC daycare. Never would I have imagined that I would be putting him in harm’s way. I had concerns with semi-trucks in the area at that corner. Even filed a complaint with DEQ, and never heard back. As a working family we do not have the luxury of time and energy to continually follow up. We relied on DEQ to ensure the air our son breathed and soil he played in was safe. Our son had detectable levels of cadmium in his urine. While we were strangely assured his levels were normal for an adult in an urban area (he is 4 so not sure how they landed there), I can’t help but believe these levels are influenced by the emissions that were allowed to go on nearby. Emissions we were never made aware of, despite DEQ knowing these levels were high. Tests for other heavy metals in our son are useless at this point, as arsenic and chromium leave the body in less than a week. So there is no way for us to feel reassured that he was not chronically exposed to these metals. We immediately pulled him from the daycare, and have moved him to a new one. Many families however are unable to make that change. Both in availability and cost. And that kind of change is so hard on a child. Our son has experienced more stress and acts out in ways he didn’t prior to us moving him. We now have to help him adjust. The polluter’s presence has turned everyone’s life upside down with no real benefit, but instead we face health costs, stress, fear, and anger. There is no clear direction, no adequate notice for public input. We are being kept in the dark._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ There are so many families that you will not hear from. Families working two to three jobs. Families that do not have the luxury to reach out to you. Please be aware that for every letter from a concerned citizen you receive, there are more likely hundreds more that do not have the luxury of time, education, time off from work, etc. to do so. So we speak for them all._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Portland, and Oregon as a whole, can become a place where clean business is the norm. Ignore the tactics of Industry that use threats of job loss and craft killing as their basis. The benefits dirty business bring are greatly outweighed by the health and economic costs associated with._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for you time,_x000D_ _x000D_ Shawn Ingersoll_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 167 | Signe Helene | SigneHMauritzen@hotmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I've copied a text suggested on the net, but that is just because I am Norwegian, and not fluent in English. Definetely not when it comes to spelling and grammar. I agree 100% in the message. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Kind regards_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Signe Mauritzen. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 168 | Silka Gonzalez | silka@emrisk.com |
Dear Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My woman-owned, minority-owned, small disadvantaged business (Federal 8(a) certified) is an authorized reseller of some of the most cutting-edge cybersecurity products and solutions in the marketplace today including –_x000D_ _x000D_ 1. FireEye _x000D_ _x000D_ 2. AppDetective_x000D_ _x000D_ 3. Qualys_x000D_ _x000D_ 4. Tenable (Nessus)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We have over 18 years of direct experience in cybersecurity. For over 18 years, this has been our sole expertise. Cybersecurity isn't something we do as part of a wider range of services, it is the only thing we do and have done for over 18 years. Our client retention rate over these 18 years has been 95%. Attached is our capabilities statement._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We possess strong experience and past performance in working with government organizations (Federal as well as State and Local) including several client agencies under the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, and Department of Treasury. We also work with very reputable government and private organizations such as the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA), West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), New York City Employee Retirement System (NYCERS), Heico Aerospace, SONY Electronics, Banco Santander, Credit Agricole, Bacardi Martini, and Mount Sinai Medical Center, among several others._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ If you are looking for cybersecurity products and solutions I’d genuinely look forward to an opportunity to speak with you. You can reach me at any time at 305-447-6750 or 305-335-7610._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Best Regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ --_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Silka Gonzalez, CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, PCI-QSA, CITP, CPA_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ President_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Enterprise Risk Management_x000D_ _x000D_ SBA CERTIFIED:8(A), EDWOSB, Minority Owned Business_x000D_ _x000D_ GSA 70, GSA 520_x000D_ _x000D_ CAGE# 5FDC2_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 800 S. Douglas Road, North Tower #940_x000D_ Coral Gables, Florida 33134 USA_x000D_ phone 305 447 6750_x000D_ cell 305 335 7610_x000D_ _x000D_ fax 305 447 6752_x000D_ <mailto:silka@emrisk.com> silka@emrisk.com_x000D_ <http://www.emrisk.com/> www.emrisk.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ LinkedIN: <http://www.linkedin.com/in/silkagonzalez> www.linkedin.com/in/silkagonzalez_x000D_ _x000D_ Twitter: <http://www.twitter.com/emrisk> www.twitter.com/emrisk _x000D_ _x000D_ YouTube: <http://www.youtube.com/EMRiskOnline> www.youtube.com/EMRiskOnline_x000D_ _x000D_ Blog: <http://www.emrisk.com/blog> www.emrisk.com/blog_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: This electronic transmission, including any attachments,_x000D_ contains information belonging to ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT, which is _x000D_ confidential, legally privileged and/or a trade secret. Its unauthorized _x000D_ disclosure, copying or distribution is strictly prohibited. The same is intended _x000D_ solely for the attention and use of the named addressee(s). If you are not the_x000D_ intended recipient, please immediately advise the sender by reply e-mail that _x000D_ this message has been inadvertently transmitted to you and delete this e-mail _x000D_ from your system. You are hereby warned that electronic messages may be altered_x000D_ and that we will not be liable for any damages resulting any modification, _x000D_ alternation or falsification of an electronic communication that is originated_x000D_ by us. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ VIRUSES: Although the company has taken reasonable precautions to _x000D_ ensure no viruses are present in this email, the company cannot accept _x000D_ responsibility for any loss or damage arising from the use of this _x000D_ email or attachments. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ If you do not wish to be contacted in the future, please reply to this e-mail and_x000D_ _x000D_ indicate so._x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 169 | Simon Gue | simon@warm-glass.co.uk |
Dear Mrs Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ After reading about the temporary regulations which are being proposed by DEQ at today’s meeting, I feel that I must highlight the wider implications of implementing such rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I understand that the proposed DEQ rules will severely curtail production at Bullseye Glass. The implication of the DEQ rules will not only affect the hundreds of businesses which supply Bullseye Glass but many thousands of people around the world who make a living from supplying and using Bullseye Glass._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I employ 25 people in the UK and we are one of 74 Bullseye Glass distributors around the world. Each distributor will have several thousand customers, many of these are individual artists who make a living using Bullseye glass._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose rules which will affect the way that many thousands of people around the world make a living._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Yours Sincerely_x000D_ _x000D_ Simon Gue_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Simon Gue MDes. RCA | Warm Glass UK_x000D_ _x000D_ Director_x000D_ _x000D_ 01934 863344_x000D_ _x000D_ <mailto:simon@warm-glass.co.uk> simon@warm-glass.co.uk_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 170 | Simply Stained Glass | simplystainedglass9@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules. The glass industry is a viable part of society, work with them. You wouldn’t shut down the Auto industry as it would cripple society. Your rash action will cripple the glass industry. Consideration to all must be kept in mind._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Denise Presland _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 171 | skain@tritel.net | skain@tritel.net |
Dear Joni Hammond (Interim Director),_x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with_x000D_ Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible_x000D_ citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A_x000D_ leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not_x000D_ produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not_x000D_ to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Please investigate for the truth before any decisions are made acutely._x000D_ _x000D_ Kindest Regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ Sheila Kain_x000D_ Cody, Wyoming_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 172 | Slate Glass | slateglass@gmail.com |
Dear Joni,_x000D_ _x000D_ As community members, small business owners and glass artists we are deeply concerned about the sweeping changes proposed. We urge you to more thoughtfully consider the impact of these changes before making a hasty decision that will affect our passion--art glass. Without the ability to purchase our main material, glass, there will be no other options for continuing our small but mighty operation._x000D_ _x000D_ We feel that Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. We stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now. We are relying on you to make the right decision for all, and hope you will consider more thorough evaluation of the situation before making sweeping changes._x000D_ _x000D_ Melina, Julie and Margie_x000D_ _x000D_ family glass artists of SlateGlass_x000D_ _x000D_ Clackamas County, Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 173 | slateglass | slateglass@gmail.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Let's be fair here. Do you really want to be responsible for a well respected businesses demise because of an environmental scare story? Do the necessary studies. We will live with the truth of the scientific evidence rather than the emotion of politics. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ Margery Slate_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPad_x000D_ |
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| 174 | stephanie johnston | sljohnston08@gmail.com |
Bullseye and Uroburos glass has a long history of responsible
operation. I stand with Bullseye and Uroburos Glass in its efforts
to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social
and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Stephanie Johnston_x000D_ |
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| 175 | Sue Brantley | suebrantley@comcast.net |
I am a long time Portland resident, who is concerned about the
propaganda that The Oregonian/OregonLive has been putting out
about Bullseye Glass. Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible
operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue
operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business
community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ Putting these undue restrictions on local glassmakers will not only cater to the sensationalism brought about by the media, but also rob many Portlanders of their jobs and cripple two great local employers (the glassmakers). At a time when every job is important, we need to look at the science of the situation and respond accordingly._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ------------------------------_x000D_ Sue Brantley_x000D_ 4511 NE 31st Avenue_x000D_ Portland, OR 97211_x000D_ 503 407-9677_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 176 | sue tinkler | sue@tinklertastic.co.uk |
Dear Sir / Madam,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing in support of the Bullseye company. I have been following the recent environmental issues with interest. I make successful living as owner of a small business in the UK creating glass art for corporate and domestic clients using Bullseye Glass. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I pride myself on running my business in an environmentally friendly way minimising my impact on the environment. Because of the properties of Bullseye Glass, I am able to use every piece, however small. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Whilst I share the concerns relating to recent air pollution samples, and it is important for the neighbouring community is not put at risk, I urge you to consider any restrictions to be based on the scientific evidence rather than succumb to pressure to be seen to be doing something. _x000D_ _x000D_ I don’t pretend to understand all the scientific information about this issue, I am an artist! but please consider the explanation someone who does, Dr. LaCourse of Alfred University - detail from this link - https://www.bullseyeglass.com/about-us/dr-lacourse-chromium-statement.html_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ In the scheme of glass production in US, Bullseye is a very small fish, but the ripples spread across to many small businesses across the world, like my own. _x000D_ Regards_x000D_ Sue Tinkler_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 177 | Susan Arrington | suze1958@yahoo.com |
Good morning! I worked as an EHS Manager for a Portland manufacturer
for 7 years and continue myEHS career in manufacturing plants
around the country._x000D_ After 34 years in EHS work, it is very disappointing to think ODEQ may try to curtail Bullseye operations when a multitude of analyses have not proven them as the source of heavy metals contamination!_x000D_ Please reconsider the reaction of shutting down Bullseye, until the science really proves a connection. And even then, please commit to working with business to phase in new rules, so businesses can economically and effectively stay in Portland._x000D_ _x000D_ Regards_x000D_ Susan Arrington_x000D_ _x000D_ <http://overview.mail.yahoo.com?.src=iOS> _x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone _x000D_ |
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| 178 | Susan Green | SusanGreen@bullseyeglass.com |
Greetings-_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing to you as a 21 year employee of Bullseye Glass Company. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I implore you to think carefully before preventing our company from staying in business._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ There is absolutely NO scientific evidence that Cr III is anything but a benign substance. If you prevent us from using it, you may very well put 150 families out of work. Not to mention thousands and thousands of people around the WORLD out of business. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye is committed to doing the right thing for the environment. We are working as fast as the DEQ will allow us to. We have always been a responsible company._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please base your decisions on FACTS- not panic, hysteria, half-truths, bad science or anything else. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for doing the right thing-_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Susan Green _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Susan Green_x000D_ _x000D_ Sales Supervisor_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass Company_x000D_ _x000D_ 503-232-8887 I 1-888-220-3002 x113_x000D_ _x000D_ www.bullseyeglass.com_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 179 | Tami Katz | tamibeth@comcast.net |
Dear Director Hammond_x000D_ _x000D_ I moved to Portland in the late 1970’s and have watched it evolve from a quiet little city to a now vibrant community.. Much of that was due to progressive and thoughtful governmental decisions at both a state and local level. But some of that was also because of a number of businesses that helped put Portland and Oregon on the national radar for quality design. Rejuvenation Houseparts, Pratt and Larson Tiles and, of course, Bullseye Glass were a few of these companies._x000D_ _x000D_ It is with some concern that I have watched the rapid escalation of the response to Bullseye Glass around the air quality issues.This is not to say that I don’t believe that the company could and should improve their emissions control, but my concern is that in an effort to improve a problem we are about to destroy a nationally acclaimed business that has provided jobs and nurtured a whole art movement. I find it particularly disconcerting that while the city and state has provided numerous incentives to recruit and maintain businesses it appears we are not working with this company to help them become a model of clean glass manufacturing. _x000D_ _x000D_ I would encourage the the state to implement regulations in such a way as to allow Bullseye to function as a responsible manufacturer._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you very much for your consideration._x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely_x000D_ _x000D_ Tami Katz_x000D_ |
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| 180 | Ted Bach | tbach.tbach@comcast.net |
March 15, 2016_x000D_ _x000D_ As an amateur glass artist living in the Portland area, I have ready access to some of the finest glass product available in the world … from Bullseye and Uroboros. Over the past couple of months, I have become very weary of hyper-reactive media coverage about the dangers of emissions from glass production at both companies._x000D_ _x000D_ I stand behind Bullseye, who has followed state DEQ standards in the past and is currently making whatever changes are necessary to conform to new air quality standards. These new regulatory decisions must be based upon science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium, so I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to impose poorly written and misdirected rules, even if they are meant to be temporary._x000D_ _x000D_ From what I see, Bullseye has been forthright in its efforts to solve the emission complaints, by suspending use of Arsenic, Cadmium and Chromium until they have installed and tested a filter system. Imposing impractical, hyper-reactive rules at this time would seem to me to be in poor faith. Please rely on science and fact … not political issues._x000D_ _x000D_ Ted Bach_x000D_ _x000D_ Hillsboro, OR_x000D_ _x000D_ tbach.tbach@comcast.net <mailto:tbach.tbach@comcast.net> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 181 | Terry Ow-Wing Designs | towdesign@yahoo.com |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dear Joni Hammond,_x000D_ _x000D_ I would like to comment on the DEQ proposal to curtail the production of the Glass Industry. It is trying to address the production of Chromium VI. There is scientific evidence that the glass furnaces cannot turn Chromium III into Chromium VI. If it did the glass would be ruin. I consider myself a great environmentalist and understand the concern. However so far the process has been fear mongering where everyone is in a lose lose situation. People have been in fear for their lives and have spent untold energy chasing the wrong culprits. In this atmosphere you are risking the demise of an important artistic community that not only exists in Oregon but nationwide. The task to safeguard quality of life issue involves finding the root causes and providing a sane solution. The area that is being looked at involves an ancient volcanic area and recently other industrial uses that predated the existence of Glass Industry. With both of these precursors there are ample candidates for the contamination of the site. Recent Soil test have shown no evidence of direct contamination by the glass industry. So why are regulation made to only curtail the glass industry. This is misdirection. I applaud clean air technology and many if not all glass artist encourage the glass industry to employ the best that can be done. I urge a much more real approach to the environmental issues. Track down the real source and propose real solutions. Leave out the false blame game and be true to the people of your state._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Terry Ow-Wing_x000D_ Glass Artist_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 182 | The Glass Underground | theglassunderground@gmail.com |
Bullseye Glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass manufactures a wholly unique product. If Bullseye Glass is forced into compliance, we and thousands of others like us, will be forced out of business._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Chromium III is essential to the production of green glass. Scientific evidence shows the use of this compound by Bullseye Glass is not harmful. Nevertheless, the DEQ wants to restrict Bullseye from using Cr(III) for an extended period of time. They are essentially basing these rules off an assumption of guilt without any supporting evidence. _x000D_ _x000D_ Neither DEQ or EPA have required any other US producer, of green glass, to entirely and arbitrarily stop their production without notice and perform the kind of extensive testing and modeling that DEQ is asking for. A typical green bottle manufacturer uses 1,000 times more Cr(III) per year than Bullseye Glass. A bottle producer, with emission controls, would melt more Cr(III) each day than Bullseye uses in a year. _x000D_ _x000D_ These newly proposed regulations are based on politics and fear, not science. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye's furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. These regulations could be forced upon Bullseye Glass in the next 24 hours via a temporary rule making procedure by DEQ. _x000D_ _x000D_ If Bullseye Glass not allowed to use Cr (III), they can no longer make green glass. On top of their voluntary suspension of cadmium glass production until their baghouse is in place, this new limitation would eliminate 50% of their product line. It would result in employee layoffs, huge economic impacts to Bullseye and could even drive them out of business._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ It also impacts us, medium to small businesses and artisans and hobbyists all over the world. We are a new start-up glass business with 5 employees, one of whom has metastasized breast cancer and has not been able to find employment elsewhere, a fifteen year old kid who's dad just passed away and is trying to help his mom, a young woman with chronic lime's disease, a young mom with 50% hearing loss and a woman with scleroderma. All these people need their jobs!_x000D_ Please help!_x000D_ _x000D_ Meryl Raiffe_x000D_ _x000D_ The Glass Underground_x000D_ 167 Washington Valley Rd._x000D_ Warren, NJ 07059_x000D_ 732-384-7504_x000D_ 888-287-4038_x000D_ theglassunderground@gmail.com <mailto:theglassunderground@gmail.com> _x000D_ www.theglassundergroundnj.com <http://www.theglassundergroundnj.com> _x000D_ www.shoptheunderground.com <http://www.shoptheunderground.com> _x000D_ Hours of Operation:_x000D_ Tues-Thurs 10-6_x000D_ Fri-Sat 10-6:30_x000D_ Sun 10-5_x000D_ |
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| 183 | Thomas A. Shedore Sr. | thomasshedoresr@hotmail.com |
I am writing on behalf of Bullseye Glass. As you may, or may
not, know tomorrow (Tuesday) DEQ will be meeting to decide on
sweeping "temporary" restrictions on Bullseye glass. These
restriction will severely impact their ability to conduct business
in Portland. These restriction are knee jerk reactions and totally
unwarranted - based on the scientific facts presented by Bullseye,
and an independent consultant. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Since the initial issue surfaced regarding air quality in the area around Bullseye's facility in Portand they have cooperated fully, and took action on their own, to abate the initial problem while a long term solution could be implemented. This was done even though they were in compliance with DEQ's policies before and after the issue._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Now a new, and unjustified, issue has surfaced. If this restriction is allowed to be put in place it will cost jobs in the Portland area, possible force a company to shut down entirely in the Portland area, and possibly drive this process overseas. The last thing we need in Oregon, or any part of the country is to lose jobs._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I respect, and I am totally behind, clean air and keeping environment safe - but lets do it where it is necessary and will do the most good - this is NOT one of those areas._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide right now. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thomas A. Shedore_x000D_ A voting and concerned Oregon citizen._x000D_ Klamath Falls, OR_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ "Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter _x000D_ and those who matter don't mind." _x000D_ - Dr. Seuss"_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 184 | Tim Yardic | tyardic@sbcglobal.net |
To All,_x000D_ I am a glass artist located on the west coast. As such, I have been watching the drama unfolding in Portland with great interest. Of note is the apparent fact of how badly this incident has been handled from the very beginning, and how now the DEQ is ready to take any action to save face, whether based upon fact or fiction. DEQ's very own agenda for this meeting states: "Elevated and possibly unsafe levels of metals have been found in the air around two glass manufacturing facilities in Portland." One would think that if DEQ needs to take what they deem as drastic action that they would be able to state with some clarity that a danger exists. There certainly has been conflicting information from other sources that it does not. _x000D_ Bullseye and Urororos Glass companies are far from being the only glass manufacturers in the Country. As pertaining to the most recent scare, that being Chromium which is used to make green glass, one simply needs to look in the supermarket to see how many things come in green glass bottle. There is easily obtainable scientific evidence that verifies that Chromium III does not change to Chromium VI in the glass melting process used by Bullseye and Uroboros Glass, but why we possibly look to science rather than public opinion and political concerns? _x000D_ Both Portland glass companies not only employ hundreds of workers, they also provide glass to customers worldwide. The DEQ would lead you to believe that the impact of these immediate regulations would be minimal when in fact they would be profound and far reaching._x000D_ I’m certain I’m not stating anything different than you have already heard from many others, however I would like to indicate my support of both glass companies, who have been business for over 70 combined years, and ask that the DEQ and other involved environmental agencies simply do their research, their responsibility, and their jobs so as to allow them to make accurate, science based decision rather than making decisions based upon shame and public opinion. We do not need to either destroy, or drive from our great Country, any more businesses when simple processes and reasonable actions can make them safe._x000D_ Thank You,_x000D_ Tim_x000D_ |
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| 185 | tishreed@sbcglobal.net | tishreed@sbcglobal.net |
Dear Sirs and Madams:_x000D_ _x000D_ I am writing from the great state of Texas in support of the Bullseye Glass Company._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As you may or may not know, Bullseye has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon._x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. LaCourse, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ Please, please, please carefully consider the impact these proposed actions will have on this family owned company and the city where it employs people and manufactures glass for many of us who do not live there. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you and sncerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Tish Reed_x000D_ 2903 Shadowdale Dr._x000D_ Houston, TX 77043_x000D_ 713-304-2134_x000D_ |
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| 186 | Tonya Lowrey | tohjnya1@yahoo.com |
As a glass artist and resident of Portland, I have followed the
news surrounding the use of arsenic, cadmium and chromium III
in glass production by Bullseye closely. I have had a relationship
with Bullseye for over 10 years. Throughout this time, Bullseye
has demonstrated a commitment to safety in all areas of glass
work. _x000D_ _x000D_ It seems to me that DEQ & the EPA made a critical error 10+ years ago, by not establishing proper filtration requirements on the glass industry and to cover this gross government error is looking for someone to blame. Had either of these organizations done their homework years ago, Bullseye and Portland residents would not be dealing with the current situation. _x000D_ _x000D_ Although I feel for the Portland residents that live near the factory, the fact remains that Bullseye has passes all the relevant air quality tests set by DEQ & the EPA. Bullseye is cooperating with these agencies, voluntarily suspending use of the heavy metals until better filtration can be installed, and diligently working toward a sound solution and clean air. _x000D_ _x000D_ The DEQ meeting today is nothing more than a public execution. DEQ and the EPA need someone to blame for their error and they have chosen Bullseye. It is disgraceful. Let’s work together to find a solution rather than shutting the company down and putting people out of work._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Tonya Lowrey_x000D_ |
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| 188 | andreanightwithak@gmail.com | andreanightwithak@gmail.com |
Jill,_x000D_ I ask that the state realize the immediate damage that the ruling to stop production would cause in our industry. The ripple will be nation wide, and reach globally as well. Uroborous and Bullseye are important assets in the stained glass world, loosing them would be like loosing a limb. We are a restoration studio in Ohio that depends on materials from both of these factories._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ All the best,_x000D_ _x000D_ <https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B60TSSDuTseLMUkxbWZaWXV3N2M&export=download> _x000D_ _x000D_ Andrea Killy-Knight_x000D_ Bigelow Glass_x000D_ 915 E. Bigelow_x000D_ Findlay, OH_x000D_ 45840_x000D_ 419-422-3523_x000D_ _x000D_ <https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B60TSSDuTseLdUtXWm9DZ3JNNGk5VVF4NlA4ekJBOURlaXM4&export=download> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ **Artwork, if any, in this e-mail is property of Bigelow Glass**_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 189 | Annie Ocean | beloved@jeffnet.org |
I find it strange to focus on small colored glass companies as
the source of air pollution in Portland Oregon. As a life-long
Oregonian I am dismayed how we ignore the Chem-Trails in our
skies, including Portland. I suggest researching the amount
of neuro-toxins being dropped on us by these planes now probably
drones. It will stager your mind: GeoEngineeringWatch.org
This is the real culprit of Oregon's awful air pollution. (commercial
airplanes do not have trails following them, they have a by-pass
engine to deal with condensation, which what you see in the sky,
is not.)_x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for you service,_x000D_ _x000D_ Annie Ocean _x000D_ |
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| 190 | ARMITAGE Sarah | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=SARMITA |
I think this is a comment on the rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: ALSDORF William H On Behalf Of DEQINFO_x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 2:04 PM_x000D_ To: [AQ] Air Toxics_x000D_ Subject: FW: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: John Malpass [mailto:jmalpass@bellsouth.net] _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 2:00 PM_x000D_ To: DEQINFO_x000D_ Cc: questions@bullseyeglass.com <mailto:questions@bullseyeglass.com> _x000D_ Subject: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Your attempt to shut down Bullseye Glass has not gone unnoticed by this artisan. I have used Bullseye’s products for almost 40 years. I am tired of DEQ/EPA’s liberal and unscientific attempts to squash another entrepreneur. Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. William LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ John_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ John R. Malpass, Ph.D._x000D_ _x000D_ 910-420-2330_x000D_ _x000D_ Owner, Malpass Glass and Craft Studio, LLC_x000D_ _x000D_ jmalpass@bellsouth.net <mailto:jmalpass@bellsouth.net> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 191 | ARMITAGE Sarah | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=SARMITA |
Date and Time Contacted: 3/12/16 2 pm_x000D_ _x000D_ Publication/Station: Mercury_x000D_ _x000D_ Reporter’s Name and Phone Number: Dan Forbes 503-477-8888_x000D_ _x000D_ Topic Discussed: DEQ’s reasons for proposing 1.6 ng/m3 as chromium 6 limit in temp rules. See email below._x000D_ _x000D_ Reporter’s Deadline: COB 3/25_x000D_ _x000D_ Dan,_x000D_ You have asked for our thinking in setting the limit of 1.6 ng/m3 for chromium 6 in the proposed temporary rules for art glass facilities. As you know we consulted with OHA on this level because it pertains to exposures of less than a year and health effects that would be acute or intermediate, rather than chronic. DEQ’s risk based air toxics program is intended to manage potential chronic health effects from lifetime exposures, and our benchmarks are expressed as yearly averages and calculated with the assumption of a 70 year exposure. _x000D_ _x000D_ The art glass facility regulations are intended as a short term approach to emissions from specific facilities until DEQ develops a new comprehensive risk based permitting program where we will have a full process of public input and decision-making on fenceline emission limits and allowable risk._x000D_ _x000D_ In addition to what you heard from David Farrer at OHA about 1.6 ng/m3 being well below the ATSDR intermediate minimal risk level (MRL) value listed for chromium 6, we considered the following:_x000D_ _x000D_ - For long term cancer risk, 1.6 ng/m3 at 1 in 50,000 (assuming a 24 hour 70 year exposure) is well below the upper part of the range of 1 in 10,000 that EPA uses when setting industrial standards to control air toxics. _x000D_ _x000D_ - The proposed modeling to establish levels not to exceed 1.6 ng/m3 is for an adjacent receptor or nearest point of exposure, and levels of pollutants decrease with distance from that location. _x000D_ _x000D_ I hope this information helps clarify our thinking on the proposed limit._x000D_ _x000D_ Sarah_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sarah Armitage_x000D_ DEQ Air Quality Planning_x000D_ 503-229-5186_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 192 | Bruce Grudzinski | brgrudski@att.net |
I find your making of these “special rules” for Bullseye Glass
to be absurd and politically motivated. _x000D_ _x000D_ " DEQ has concluded that uncontrolled furnaces used in such small art glass manufacturing are "more likely than not" to emit potentially unsafe levels of certain metals, including arsenic, cadmium, hexavalent chromium and nickel.” _x000D_ _x000D_ So there is no basis in reality for what you are doing and the rules you are proposing._x000D_ _x000D_ Professor Bruce Grudzinski_x000D_ Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design._x000D_ brucegrudzinski@miad.edu <mailto:brucegrudzinski@miad.edu> _x000D_ |
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| 193 | Diane Nelson Cooper | orcadolphin71@gmail.com |
Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I
stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations
as a responsible citizen of the social and business community
of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. William LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass has the most excellent programs and services of any other American glass company. They are five stars. This political issue, the news stories reporting the CRISIS caused, when that is all false._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find FACTS and not propaganda, pushing by the uneducated on the fact that Bullseye Glass is and has always been responsible. They are part of our community._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ These over-the-top changes proposed will hamper many, MANY artists ability to access both high quality products, but the residual effect will be a reduction in community service events, top level educational opportunities and access to the basic services and products that artists in the art glass world require._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Imagine the price of a sheet of glass for your beautiful stained glass window being shipped from out of state, in a wood box, weighing who knows how much...you wouldn't be able to afford that stained glass window, nor the artist could afford to. No longer would there be the opportunity to see glass in person, touch the texture, see how the light hits it...instead ordering glass from a catalog._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ This is extraordinarily ridiculous. Please listen to those of us that realize you are about to bend to the community's loud voices that are not based on the facts. Make your decision based on the facts that you know. Bullseye is doing more than enough to make it's community safe. There are bigger fish to fry in other business that have cancer-causing emissions._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ Diane Nelson Cooper_x000D_ Glass Artist_x000D_ |
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| 194 | EBERSOLE Gerald | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=GEBERSO |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: ALSDORF William H On Behalf Of DEQINFO_x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 2:04 PM_x000D_ To: [AQ] Air Toxics_x000D_ Subject: FW: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: John Malpass [mailto:jmalpass@bellsouth.net] _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 2:00 PM_x000D_ To: DEQINFO_x000D_ Cc: questions@bullseyeglass.com <mailto:questions@bullseyeglass.com> _x000D_ Subject: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Your attempt to shut down Bullseye Glass has not gone unnoticed by this artisan. I have used Bullseye’s products for almost 40 years. I am tired of DEQ/EPA’s liberal and unscientific attempts to squash another entrepreneur. Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. William LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ John_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ John R. Malpass, Ph.D._x000D_ _x000D_ 910-420-2330_x000D_ _x000D_ Owner, Malpass Glass and Craft Studio, LLC_x000D_ _x000D_ jmalpass@bellsouth.net <mailto:jmalpass@bellsouth.net> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 195 | EBERSOLE Gerald | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=GEBERSO |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: ALSDORF William H On Behalf Of DEQINFO_x000D_ Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 8:32 AM_x000D_ To: [AQ] Air Toxics_x000D_ Subject: FW: Uroboros and Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Elizabeth Steinebach [mailto:esteinebach@statslog.com] _x000D_ Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 8:03 AM_x000D_ To: DEQINFO_x000D_ Subject: Uroboros and Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hello,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I wanted to share some of my thoughts about the air and soil issues around the glass manufacturing plants, in Oregon, but couldn’t find where to submit this email specifically, so am sending it generally._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I love stained glass. I love both Bullseye and Uroboros glass. I want to be proud of the work I do with glass and want to know my sources are not being harmful to people or the environment. I’ve spent time reading your postings on your website and feel that there is much more you can do to help me and others, fully understand about this issue._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ My name is Elizabeth Steinebach. I live in rural northern Ontario, Canada. I have been working with stained glass since 1979. This work included sales, repairs and custom work. I have been taught by some of the industries best and have gone on to teach, at a local level. I have worked in studios and privately, learned many advanced techniques and continue to love and learn from this medium._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have been loosely tracking the news about air and land quality issues, in and around glass manufacturers on the west coast. It harkens back to the 1990’s when lead was the issue of the day. I wrote a short piece on the Artists in Stained Glass website and will share some further thoughts on this matter. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ When the news first broke that children were becoming ill and cadmium was a suspect source, possibly from a local glass manufacturer, I was spiritually ill. Was it possible that some of the glass that I use in my work, 1000’s of kilometers away, was having a harmful impact to the neighbors of this producer? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Prior to the 1990’s studio work was very unencumbered. It was the cavalier time, coming out of the earlier generations when we believed we could do no harm, to others or ourselves. As a woman even then, working in a predominately male environment, it was seen as being weak to want a respirator or gloves. Since the Cincinnati Conference in 1990, our eyes were opened. We could no longer deny the health risks and things changed. Fume traps, safety gear of all sorts, proper disposal and education for clients became necessary. The industry had a huge transition. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Some 25 years later, this current issue appears. Had we become complacent? It just didn’t sit well with me. In the AISG post I mention my time living in Toronto, Ontario. There was a huge metal manufacturer, who among other things made lead came. This was is the “poor” side of town, near the upper end of the dock area. They polluted for years. To believe otherwise is ridiculous. As the city of Toronto grew and demand for housing in new suburbs was needed, residential properties encroached the old metal plant. The human population, not keen to have a “stinky” plant in their back yard, soon forced the plant to leave. Some minor clean up policies were in place, on site, but the reality is that anything beyond the plant was not. To this day, when a new condominium, or some other serious disturbance of the soil occurs, all manner of heavy metal toxicity is revealed. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Who now is to blame for this? The sins of the old company may reside as residue, but it was a different time. Did they deliberately pollute and by pass any kind of environmental safeguards? Perhaps, there is certainly anecdotal evidence of companies risking the health of their workers and their neighbors for maximizing profits. Could this be true of every glass manufacturer in the Portland area? Was there some kind of collusion among them? Personally I hope that this is not the case and that they remember they risk the health of their own workers, before it goes beyond their front doors._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ When I left Toronto and moved north, it was for the fresh air and sunshine. Yet, since living here, I’ve found out that I’m about 10 km from an old silver mine and all the residues of it’s production. Naturally occurring uranium has a few “hot” spots. 100Km to the north of me, is Sudbury, one of Canada’s largest nickel mines. My geology is fraught with known and unknown dangers._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Nobody wants to see harm come to children or the environment. The stained glass industry has learned from past mistakes and has embraced change to better the industry. I do want to know what is going on in the Portland area. And I know that a safe knowledgeable outcome can be achieved that will protect the environment, neighbors of the glass manufacturers and not cause undo hardship on my industry. However fear mongering and wild accusations are not doing anyone service. Transparency is important. Please continue to do good work and keep me informed._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Questions that I would like to have answered are:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ What is the health of the actual workers inside the manufacturing plants? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ What are the protocols for handling these specifically mentioned materials? At the plant? Disposal?_x000D_ _x000D_ What is the site history of the manufacturing plant? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Could they have inherited a previous owners residue?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I do not want to be mean spirited, however how thoroughly have the claims of the children, been researched? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Could there be other sites of contamination – a school, or community facility or even locally occurring geological deposits?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Are there going to be public information forums? _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Is there an organized local residential group, who might have a hidden agenda?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ What are the water samples in the area showing?_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Your work has far reaching implications. The stained glass industry is a small one. In my experience we have always pulled together to do the right thing. Thank you._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Elizabeth Steinebach_x000D_ _x000D_ Stained Glass Artisan_x000D_ _x000D_ 2 Sugar Lake Road_x000D_ _x000D_ Seguin, Ontario_x000D_ _x000D_ Canada P2A0B6_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 196 | FEIK Dale | /O=DEQ/OU=EXCHANGE ADMINISTRATIVE GROUP (FYDIBOHF23SPDLT)/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=DALE FEIKEB6 |
Hi Jill (Inahara),_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I have attached my Public Comment document titled ‘EQC colored glass Temporary Rule testimony March 30, 2016’ related to the Temporary Rules on the Colored Glass Manufacturing Plants. I also attached the document titled ‘Plaintiffs 21 Youth 8 to 19 years in color’ that I talk about in my comments._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Best regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Dale_x000D_ _x000D_ cell: 503-504-5972 _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 197 | FELDON Leah | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=LKOSS |
Date and Time Contacted: several times this week_x000D_ _x000D_ Publication/Station: The Portland Mercury_x000D_ _x000D_ Reporter’s Name and Phone Number: Dan Forbes 503-477-8888_x000D_ _x000D_ Topic Discussed: Uroboros and Bullseye agreements and temporary rules_x000D_ _x000D_ Reporter’s Deadline:_x000D_ _x000D_ Please see the attached email chain. In addition, I just did a phone interview. We discussed my email responses in further detail. I was able to correct some incorrect understandings he had about the agreement, which was good. Dan now understands that Uroboros may not use cadmium, chromium VI or arsenic (although they already don’t use this) in an furnace until there are controls. _x000D_ _x000D_ He did say that the agency has said they can’t use any chromium until there are controls. I clarified that they can use chromium III on an uncontrolled furnace, BUT NOT UNTIL they establish a maximum usage rate with the Department and that this must be done through source testing and modeling. He said it didn’t make sense that the agency doesn’t have the expertise to know that chromium III converts to chromium VI. I clarified that we do understand there is a conversion at certain heat levels and at certain oxidizing conditions, but that we don’t know the exact heat level and exact oxidizing or reducing conditions of the companies’ furnaces to know the conversion. I reiterated that was the point of requiring the source testing and modeling – to determine that conversion and protect the public._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Leah K. Feldon_x000D_ Manager, Office of Compliance and Enforcement_x000D_ Oregon Department of Environmental Quality_x000D_ 503.229.6408_x000D_ feldon.leah@deq.state.or.us_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 198 | INAHARA Jill | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=JINAHAR |
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: EBERSOLE Gerald _x000D_ Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2016 1:26 PM_x000D_ To: INAHARA Jill_x000D_ Subject: FW: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: ALSDORF William H On Behalf Of DEQINFO_x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 2:04 PM_x000D_ To: [AQ] Air Toxics_x000D_ Subject: FW: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: John Malpass [mailto:jmalpass@bellsouth.net] _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 2:00 PM_x000D_ To: DEQINFO_x000D_ Cc: questions@bullseyeglass.com <mailto:questions@bullseyeglass.com> _x000D_ Subject: Bullseye Glass_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Your attempt to shut down Bullseye Glass has not gone unnoticed by this artisan. I have used Bullseye’s products for almost 40 years. I am tired of DEQ/EPA’s liberal and unscientific attempts to squash another entrepreneur. Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. William LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. We urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regards,_x000D_ _x000D_ John_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ John R. Malpass, Ph.D._x000D_ _x000D_ 910-420-2330_x000D_ _x000D_ Owner, Malpass Glass and Craft Studio, LLC_x000D_ _x000D_ jmalpass@bellsouth.net <mailto:jmalpass@bellsouth.net> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 199 | INAHARA Jill | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=JINAHAR |
Forgot to talk about this yesterday….sorry! Mike, once you
know the dates of the source test, please work with Leah and
Jennifer Flynt on how to announce it to the public._x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks!_x000D_ _x000D_ Jill_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: FELDON Leah _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 12:03 PM_x000D_ To: INAHARA Jill; EISELE Michael; DAVIS George_x000D_ Subject: RE: Source test at Bullseye_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Yes – please add it to the list. Thanks._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: INAHARA Jill _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 11:57 AM_x000D_ To: EISELE Michael; FELDON Leah; DAVIS George_x000D_ Subject: Source test at Bullseye_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hi Everyone,_x000D_ _x000D_ FYI - One commenter wanted to be notified of when the source test will be done. Maybe we can discuss this at the meeting/call on Monday. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks,_x000D_ _x000D_ Jill_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 200 | Joe Ring | joe@jringglass.com |
Jill,_x000D_ J Ring Glass Studio Inc. would like to voice its support of the position that Bullseye Glass Company, Uroboros Glass Company and the Stained Glass Association of America have taken in regards to the proposed temporary EPA rules which would stop production of 50% of the art glass colors available. These actions need to be based on science and proven fact._x000D_ I do believe that the proposed temporary EPA rules threaten the very existence of the supply of art glass used for the restoration and repair of tens of thousands of historic buildings, public as well as private. I believe this would be in violation of the U.S. National Preservation Act 1966. Under this law a Section 106 should be convened before any action can be taken._x000D_ _x000D_ Joseph W Ring_x000D_ _x000D_ President_x000D_ _x000D_ J. Ring Glass Studio Inc._x000D_ _x000D_ St. Paul, Minnesota_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 201 | LUDWICZAK Mark | /O=DEQ/OU=DEQHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=MLUDWIC |
Hi! I agree with the group that we should push for performing
three replicate tests (at the worst case operating condition).
Our Source Test Manual does allow for acceptance of two tests
in certain situations, but this is reserved for cases that are
‘beyond the control of the permittee’….for example, a sample
bottle is broken in shipment or extreme weather conditions.
We accept two tests when one of the three tests is invalidated
and can’t be repeated._x000D_ _x000D_ We don’t allow for two tests (only) during the planning stage of a test program. Of course, the manual applies to compliance testing projects. For ‘engineering’ or ‘informational’ testing (as this might be considered), we could probably rationalize an exception._x000D_ _x000D_ I went through this exercise (accepting two vs three tests) with the EPA on a PCWP MACT Rule (Federal) test a few years ago. Again, this situation (one sample invalidated) arose 1-2 weeks after the testing was completed. The MACT Rule spelled out specifically ‘when thou shall allow ‘less than three’ tests’. I talked with an EPA Region X rep about this case. He said that in practice, the EPA generally defers to the judgment of the local (ODEQ) governing body. They could certainly overturn our decision, but that would be very unusual ._x000D_ _x000D_ I accepted the two tests and it has not been challenged._x000D_ _x000D_ This is the MACT Rule language:_x000D_ Unless otherwise specified in a relevant standard or test method, each performance test shall consist of three separate runs using the applicable test method. Each run shall be conducted for the time and under the conditions specified in the relevant standard. For the purpose of determining compliance with a relevant standard, the arithmetic mean of the results of the three runs shall apply. Upon receiving approval from the Administrator, results of a test run may be replaced with results of an additional test run in the event that— _x000D_ (i) A sample is accidentally lost after the testing team leaves the site; or_x000D_ (ii) Conditions occur in which one of the three runs must be discontinued because of forced shutdown; or_x000D_ (iii) Extreme meteorological conditions occur; or_x000D_ (iv) Other circumstances occur that are beyond the owner or operator’s control._x000D_ _x000D_ Again, this was for an EPA-mandated compliance test. The DEQ ‘rule’ on this allows a little more ‘wiggle’ room:_x000D_ _x000D_ (Section 2.5) Unless otherwise specified by permit, State rule, federal regulation, or Department letter, each_x000D_ source test must consist of at least three (3) test runs and the emission results reported as the_x000D_ arithmetic average of all valid test runs. If for reasons beyond the control of the permittee (e.g.,_x000D_ forced shutdown, extreme meteorological conditions, failure of an irreplaceable portion of the_x000D_ sample train) a test run is invalidated and cannot be replaced by a valid test run, DEQ may_x000D_ consider accepting two (2) test runs for demonstrating compliance with the emission limit or_x000D_ standard. However, all test runs, including those deemed invalid, are to be included in the test_x000D_ report._x000D_ _x000D_ --Mark_x000D_ _x000D_ -----Original Appointment-----_x000D_ From: EISELE Michael _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 25, 2016 4:18 PM_x000D_ To: MONRO David; FELDON Leah; BOLING Brian; DAVIS George; INAHARA Jill; LUDWICZAK Mark_x000D_ Subject: Bullseye Glass Testing_x000D_ When: Monday, March 28, 2016 9:00 AM-9:30 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)._x000D_ Where: Call In Number: 888-398-2342 Particpate Code: 784770_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Agenda:_x000D_ _x000D_ *Bullseye has proposed to test one run over the duration of a batch cycle which will be approximately 16hrs. Testing will be for PM and total Cr & Cr+6 at both the inlet to and the exhaust of the baghouse._x000D_ Is this enough? We typically require 3 test runs._x000D_ _x000D_ *Bullseye is proposing to test a batch with the highest concentration of Cr they use. To make the glass they will be using a reducing flame (rich burn)._x000D_ Do we agree this is the worst case scenario or would a batch with less Cr, but with an oxidizing flame (lean burn) be the worst case scenario? _x000D_ _x000D_ *When will testing be._x000D_ _x000D_ *Difficult testing conditions._x000D_ _x000D_ Interesting fact:_x000D_ _x000D_ Cr turns the glass green with a reducing flame or yellow with an oxidizing flame. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? |
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| 202 | Marily Badger | glasartist@gmail.com |
Hello Jill,_x000D_ _x000D_ After several failed attempts to submit and online statement, I am turning to you for help in getting my comment published. Thank You for your assistance in this very important matter. See statement below._x000D_ _x000D_ The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is proposing a set of sweeping “temporary” regulations that will severely curtail Bullseye Galss Company’s production, without clear supporting scientific evidence or an understanding of how they make their glass. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Multnomah County Health Department have stated that there is no immediate health risk to our community. Nevertheless, DEQ is strongly considering adoption of temporary rules that are technically flawed, discriminate against two small companies unfairly, won’t improve Portland’s air quality, and aren’t necessary in the absence of acute health risks. Bullseye supports new regulations to improve air quality, but the temporary rules will not achieve that goal._x000D_ _x000D_ The DEQ’s latest statement is “Elevated and possibly unsafe levels of metals have been found in the air around two glass manufacturing facilities in Portland. Further study indicated these businesses were likely the source of metals air emissions._x000D_ _x000D_ Yet recent OHA studies found that there was no increased cancer risk in SE Portland attributed to Bullseye’s use of these materials. As the OHA states on its website, “it is unlikely that the level of metals detected in the air would cause any immediate health problems for people.”[1] OHA also concluded that current data shows “long-term health risks are relatively low.”[2]_x000D_ _x000D_ Further, DEQ found no health concerns due to cadmium, arsenic, total chromium or hexavalent chromium in the soil around Bullseye’s factory. Soil samples showed soil levels were generally below naturally occurring or “background” levels of heavy metals. Keith Johnson, manager for the DEQ’s Northwest Region Cleanup Program, stated, “[o]ngoing emissions from the Bullseye facility are not resulting in harmful impacts to soils around the facility.”[3]_x000D_ _x000D_ DEQ’s and OHA’s own statements provide that the rule is not needed to prevent “serious prejudice to the public interest.”_x000D_ _x000D_ I have worked with Bullseye Glass for over 30 years and there is no doubt in my mind that Bullseye understands the public interest and supports stronger environmental standards for our industry. To that effect, the company has already begun the process of installing 99% efficient baghouses on furnaces that melt glasses with chromium. Bullseye Glass and DEQ will test these filtration devices to make certain they operate correctly._x000D_ _x000D_ Instead of a hasty and discriminatory temporary rule, DEQ should focus on permanent rules, based on scientific investigation and a thoughtful process to address Portland’s air quality issues. Bullseye will support that effort. These rules should give clear directions to businesses and support the safety of the community. New regulations should cover all businesses, not just target minor specific industries._x000D_ _x000D_ With minor changes to correct scientific errors and omissions in the currently proposed rule, Bullseye Glass is willing to sign an agreement that achieves all of DEQ’s goals and allows DEQ and Bullseye to respond promptly to new factual information._x000D_ _x000D_ The haste to adopt technically flawed temporary rules makes it appear that Oregon is repressive to manufacturing businesses and does not care about jobs._x000D_ _x000D_ Oregon agencies should strive for proper and fair treatment of all parties, based on law, rather than responding to public concern resulting from sensational blog posts and test results with partial data and no peer review._x000D_ _x000D_ The health and safety of the community can be achieved without forcing these businesses to close._x000D_ _x000D_ These unthought out temporary rules that you are proposing for EQC adoption are a prime example of improper use of temporary rule making. The Oregon Environmental Quality Commission should only consider a temporary rule when credible evidence demonstrates a rule is needed to prevent “serious prejudice to the public interest.” This is not the case here._x000D_ _x000D_ Hastily adopting temporary rules make it appear that agencies are being proactive, but these rules do not protect the public, and makes Bullseye a scapegoat. There is no evidence that emissions from the facility pose any acute health risk nor that Bullseye is fully responsible for the emissions, nor that Bullseye’s 42 years of operation have resulted in areas of health concerns in the vicinity of the facility._x000D_ _x000D_ If the EQC were to implement this temporary rule, numerous significant sources of toxic air pollution will remain from many unregulated businesses. Thus, the temporary rule would not effectively protect the public._x000D_ _x000D_ These newly proposed regulations are based on politics and fear, not science and fact. They come right after DEQ’s executive director was forced to resign and the supervisor of the air quality department left the agency. _x000D_ _x000D_ If Bullseye is not allowed to use Cr (III), they can no longer make green glass. On top of their voluntary suspension of cadmium glass production until their baghouse is in place, this new limitation would eliminate 50% of their product line. It would result in employee layoffs, huge economic impacts to Bullseye and their worldwide customers, and could even drive them and tens of thousands of glass artists around the world of business. I myself could be one of them!_x000D_ _x000D_ If Bullseye Glass is forced to stop producing 50% of its glass products for 6 months, without regard to ongoing test results or added emission controls, Bullseye’s survival is at risk. They have stated that they support an agreement that is similar to the temporary rules, but unlike the temporary rules, also allows DEQ and Bullseye to respond promptly to new factual information._x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye Glass Co. has a payroll of $7.5 million dollars. 130 Portland families and 20 other Bullseye families depend on Bullseye for jobs. Hundreds of Oregon artists and craftspeople depend upon Bullseye products. Tens of thousands of artists across the United States and the world depend upon Bullseye products._x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye glass has a long history of responsible operation. I stand with Bullseye Glass in its efforts to continue operations as a responsible citizen of the social and business community of Portland, Oregon. _x000D_ _x000D_ Regulatory decisions must be based on science, not political issues. A leading scientist, Dr. William LaCourse of Alfred University, has said Bullseye’s furnaces do not produce toxic chromium. I urge DEQ to rely on science and fact, and not to rush to impose these poorly written and misdirected rules._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Marily Badger_x000D_ _x000D_ Tropical Fusion Art Glass_x000D_ www.tropical-fusion-artglass.com <http://www.tropical-fusion-artglass.com/> _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <https://squareup.com/market/tropical-fusion-artglass> https://squareup.com/market/tropical-fusion-artglass_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 203 | marjorie | kaytehunt@gmail.com |
Hello Jill,_x000D_ _x000D_ I tried to submit online but not sure if the comments made it through when I pushed the submit button_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for the opportunity to review and very briefly comment on the proposed temporary rule for colored art glass manufacturing facilities. _x000D_ _x000D_ Background. The release of toxic air pollutants is a widespread issue that has been under-addressed in some states. The National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Pollutants (NESHAPs) primarily address larger (major) sources. But not unlike criteria pollutant programs that simply target major sources, there remains an important gap that fails to protect human health and the environment from the impacts of the myriad of smaller sources. These sources, singularly and collectively, have the potential to adversely affect not only the local community but also more distant locations through environmental transport and deposition of toxic and criteria pollutants._x000D_ _x000D_ Current Situation. The Oregon Ambient Benchmarks for Air Toxics establish protective goals but it is not clear how and when these goals are translated into meaningful and enforceable protective measures. It is my observation that identification of the two small Colored Art Glass Manufacturing (CAGM) facilities in Portland as sources of heavy metal contaminants in their respective neighborhoods is not a unique situation. Many types of smaller sources of toxic air contaminants from currently unregulated industries, businesses, agricultural operations, and transportation exist that have the potential to adversely impact communities and residents across the state. Having to take each of these on individually is neither efficient nor protective. While many toxics programs focus on immediate needs, the potential for buildup of pollutants, especially heavy metals and other persistent toxics substances, is great both within the facility boundaries and in the surrounding environment. _x000D_ _x000D_ Recommendations. While I wholeheartedly agree with taking short-term temporary measures to protect the CAGM affected neighborhoods, it is my request that DEQ develop and implement a broader program for controlling releases from non-NESHAPs regulated sources of toxic air pollutants. There are a number of really good state programs across the country to draw on and simplify the process. In addition, the great work that has already begun on Ambient Benchmarks provides a good starting point. I, therefore, provisionally support a temporary rule with the caveat that it be tied to a high-priority, broader, definitive, and permanent toxic air pollutant rule for all sources of inorganic and organic airborne contaminants with a real potential to affect human health._x000D_ _x000D_ Respectfully,_x000D_ Marjorie MartzEmerson_x000D_ Joseph, Oregon_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 204 | Michael Aiello | redbarn.studio@live.com |
You made my day, thank you_x000D_ _x000D_ Sent from my iPhone_x000D_ _x000D_ On Mar 30, 2016, at 12:21 PM, INAHARA Jill <INAHARA.Jill@deq.state.or.us <mailto:INAHARA.Jill@deq.state.or.us> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hi Michael,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sorry for the problems submitting comments online! I’ve got your comments and will enter them into the record._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks for taking the time to comment,_x000D_ _x000D_ Jill_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Michael Aiello [mailto:redbarn.studio@live.com] _x000D_ Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 11:43 AM_x000D_ To: INAHARA Jill_x000D_ Subject: Help! Unable to submit my comments on Air Toxics Temporary Rulemaking_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hello Jill Inahara, thank you for receiving my comments through your email ._x000D_ _x000D_ I have attempted for days to submit online and have been unable to with the system reporting an error. I was given your email as a back up for submitting my comments. PLEASE, see to it that my comment is properly received and included. PLEASE contact me to confirm that my comments have been received. Thank you. Michael Aiello 503.929.3095_x000D_ _x000D_ My Comments:_x000D_ _x000D_ I live .4 miles from Bullseye Glass with my wife and my 6 year old daughter for the last 9 years. I work from home. so I am always being exposed to Bullseye's reckless practice of completely unfiltered carcinogenic heavy metals polluting. I am asking that the DEQ adopt the temporary rules that prohibit the uncontrolled emissions of HAPs from glassmaking facilities, Since moving into the neighborhood, we have developed the following symptoms, asthmatic episodes, hyper pigmentation, peripheral neuropathy, skin sensitivities, urinary and bladder conditions, demineralization and bone loss, as well as a heart murmur. All of these symptoms have been identified as being signatures of heavy metal exposure according to our physicians and the NHANES national toxicological report. I have 2 neighbors who have battled non genetic cancer and a third neighbor who ha 3 autoimmune diseases. The only difference between them asn us it that they have lived her throughout the duration of Bullseye's 42 years of unfiltered, unregulated carcinogenic pollution fallout._x000D_ _x000D_ I believe it to be criminal that Bullseye was alerted to regulations in2007 by the DEQ and then both parties worked together to craft exemptions from these regulations. It is not ethical that Bullseye and other small manufacturers should continue to be allowed to emit dozens of heavy metals and carcinogenic HAPs out of their furnaces, completely unfiltered. In is grossly unfair that our family now must pay out of pocket about $650 for extensive urine toxic tests which specialist recommend and that testing our soil will also cost us hundreds of dollars. Our family alone will spend about $1000 before any treatment plans! This expense ought to be Bullseye's expense on proper filtration. _x000D_ _x000D_ The public has lost trust in Bullseye, the DEQ and the EPA and we continue to pay the cost financially and to our health. Now is the time to usher in a new era of regulations which reflect a health based approach that places the public's wellbeing above the expedience and interests of any business. Clean, well regulated businesses ought to be encouraged in Oregon instead of enabling harmful polluters. The technologies exist for current polluters like Bullseye to transition towards environmentally considerate and socially responsible business models that all Oregonians can champion. It is the DEQ's job to demand this industry culture transformation through stricter regulations. This emphasis on clean air water and land is the only viable path towards sustainability; it must be championed to ensure wellbeing for all Oregonians. It is not 1970; it is 2016! The synergistic effects of population explosion, poor statewide diesel regulations an unfettered industry are rapidly taking their toll on the state and the health of it's citizens. It is appalling to think that Portland has some of the worst air quality in the nation!!?_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye must be mandated to install state of the art bag house filtration systems on ALL of their furnaces. Mandatory modern emissions equipment must be implemented and there should be mo allowances made through a technology-based approach in these temporary rules for facilities to emit chromium VI or any other HAPS such as cadmium, arsenic, nickel, lead, cobalt, uranium etc. from an uncontrolled furnace. The DEQ should honor these objectives from the temporary rule: To protect human health from emissions of metals from glassmaking facilities until a permanent rule can be put into place; to ensure effective public participation, transparency and accountability in any DEQ decisions that authorize emissions from regulated facilities and to ensure equal protection for all communities regardless of race, ethnicity and economic class._x000D_ _x000D_ The temporary rules should pave the way for permanent health based regulations which feature ongoing monitoring of businesses which use toxic materials and public transparency about those HAPs. The temporary rules ought to apply statewide and there should be no allowance for uncontrolled heavy metals emissions in other areas of the state. The temporary regulations ought to apply to all other glass manufacturers. The DEQ must look at the identified hotspot in the Cully neighborhood as well.through it's obligations under HB 420, Oregon's EJ Law, Tile VI of the Civil Rights Act. Both the temporary rules and the permanent rules must apply to the full suite of heavy metals utilized by the source category. _x000D_ _x000D_ The permanent rules must carry forward these technological standards and must also provide for the possibility of additional operating restrictions in the event that emissions continue to threaten public health. The rules must allow for adequate public participation and prohibit emissions of heavy metals from the source until the source obtains COMPLETE FILTRATION. The permit applications ought to include information on the proposed manufacturing processes, including identification of raw materials ant the rates at which they are used, emissions control equipment , source test plan, and air modeling information. The public should have a full and fair opportunity to review that information and to provide comments on the draft permit. Only then should the DEQ issue the permit, thereby authorizing emissions of heavy metals._x000D_ _x000D_ Emissions control equipment should include leak detection and automatic shut off controls. Source testing should be completed before standard operations commence and all source testing should be completed under 'representative operating conditions'. Record keeeping restrictions must apply. The DEQ must consider the synergistic effect of multiple heavy metal exposure on the most vulnerable in society from any continuous source such as Bullseye Glass._x000D_ _x000D_ Clean air ought not to be negotiable behind closed doors and at the price of a poorly regulated permit. Do the right thing and it will ultimately benefit not only the public, but also the success and longevity of businesses like Bullseye. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank You, Michael Aiello_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 205 | Michael Aiello | redbarn.studio@live.com |
Hello Jill Inahara, thank you for receiving my comments through
your email ._x000D_ _x000D_ I have attempted for days to submit online and have been unable to with the system reporting an error. I was given your email as a back up for submitting my comments. PLEASE, see to it that my comment is properly received and included. PLEASE contact me to confirm that my comments have been received. Thank you. Michael Aiello 503.929.3095_x000D_ _x000D_ My Comments:_x000D_ _x000D_ I live .4 miles from Bullseye Glass with my wife and my 6 year old daughter for the last 9 years. I work from home. so I am always being exposed to Bullseye's reckless practice of completely unfiltered carcinogenic heavy metals polluting. I am asking that the DEQ adopt the temporary rules that prohibit the uncontrolled emissions of HAPs from glassmaking facilities, Since moving into the neighborhood, we have developed the following symptoms, asthmatic episodes, hyper pigmentation, peripheral neuropathy, skin sensitivities, urinary and bladder conditions, demineralization and bone loss, as well as a heart murmur. All of these symptoms have been identified as being signatures of heavy metal exposure according to our physicians and the NHANES national toxicological report. I have 2 neighbors who have battled non genetic cancer and a third neighbor who ha 3 autoimmune diseases. The only difference between them asn us it that they have lived her throughout the duration of Bullseye's 42 years of unfiltered, unregulated carcinogenic pollution fallout._x000D_ _x000D_ I believe it to be criminal that Bullseye was alerted to regulations in2007 by the DEQ and then both parties worked together to craft exemptions from these regulations. It is not ethical that Bullseye and other small manufacturers should continue to be allowed to emit dozens of heavy metals and carcinogenic HAPs out of their furnaces, completely unfiltered. In is grossly unfair that our family now must pay out of pocket about $650 for extensive urine toxic tests which specialist recommend and that testing our soil will also cost us hundreds of dollars. Our family alone will spend about $1000 before any treatment plans! This expense ought to be Bullseye's expense on proper filtration. _x000D_ _x000D_ The public has lost trust in Bullseye, the DEQ and the EPA and we continue to pay the cost financially and to our health. Now is the time to usher in a new era of regulations which reflect a health based approach that places the public's wellbeing above the expedience and interests of any business. Clean, well regulated businesses ought to be encouraged in Oregon instead of enabling harmful polluters. The technologies exist for current polluters like Bullseye to transition towards environmentally considerate and socially responsible business models that all Oregonians can champion. It is the DEQ's job to demand this industry culture transformation through stricter regulations. This emphasis on clean air water and land is the only viable path towards sustainability; it must be championed to ensure wellbeing for all Oregonians. It is not 1970; it is 2016! The synergistic effects of population explosion, poor statewide diesel regulations an unfettered industry are rapidly taking their toll on the state and the health of it's citizens. It is appalling to think that Portland has some of the worst air quality in the nation!!?_x000D_ _x000D_ Bullseye must be mandated to install state of the art bag house filtration systems on ALL of their furnaces. Mandatory modern emissions equipment must be implemented and there should be mo allowances made through a technology-based approach in these temporary rules for facilities to emit chromium VI or any other HAPS such as cadmium, arsenic, nickel, lead, cobalt, uranium etc. from an uncontrolled furnace. The DEQ should honor these objectives from the temporary rule: To protect human health from emissions of metals from glassmaking facilities until a permanent rule can be put into place; to ensure effective public participation, transparency and accountability in any DEQ decisions that authorize emissions from regulated facilities and to ensure equal protection for all communities regardless of race, ethnicity and economic class._x000D_ _x000D_ The temporary rules should pave the way for permanent health based regulations which feature ongoing monitoring of businesses which use toxic materials and public transparency about those HAPs. The temporary rules ought to apply statewide and there should be no allowance for uncontrolled heavy metals emissions in other areas of the state. The temporary regulations ought to apply to all other glass manufacturers. The DEQ must look at the identified hotspot in the Cully neighborhood as well.through it's obligations under HB 420, Oregon's EJ Law, Tile VI of the Civil Rights Act. Both the temporary rules and the permanent rules must apply to the full suite of heavy metals utilized by the source category. _x000D_ _x000D_ The permanent rules must carry forward these technological standards and must also provide for the possibility of additional operating restrictions in the event that emissions continue to threaten public health. The rules must allow for adequate public participation and prohibit emissions of heavy metals from the source until the source obtains COMPLETE FILTRATION. The permit applications ought to include information on the proposed manufacturing processes, including identification of raw materials ant the rates at which they are used, emissions control equipment , source test plan, and air modeling information. The public should have a full and fair opportunity to review that information and to provide comments on the draft permit. Only then should the DEQ issue the permit, thereby authorizing emissions of heavy metals._x000D_ _x000D_ Emissions control equipment should include leak detection and automatic shut off controls. Source testing should be completed before standard operations commence and all source testing should be completed under 'representative operating conditions'. Record keeeping restrictions must apply. The DEQ must consider the synergistic effect of multiple heavy metal exposure on the most vulnerable in society from any continuous source such as Bullseye Glass._x000D_ _x000D_ Clean air ought not to be negotiable behind closed doors and at the price of a poorly regulated permit. Do the right thing and it will ultimately benefit not only the public, but also the success and longevity of businesses like Bullseye. _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank You, Michael Aiello_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 206 | Rob LeChevallier | rlc@buckley-law.com |
Thank you. I have submitted the testimony_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Robert Le Chevallier _x000D_ _x000D_ Attorney, Shareholder_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <http://www.buckley-law.com/> _x000D_ t 503.620.8900 | f 503.620.4878_x000D_ _x000D_ 5300 Meadows Road, Suite 200 | Lake Oswego, OR 97035_x000D_ _x000D_ rlc@buckley-law.com <mailto:rlc@buckley-law.com> _x000D_ _x000D_ web: <http://www.buckley-law.com/> www.buckley-law.com_x000D_ _x000D_ Attorney-Client Privilege This e-mail message, including any attachments, may contain attorney privileged and/or confidential information. The review, disclosure, distribution, or copying of this message by or to anyone other than the named addressee(s) is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately notify me by reply e-mail and destroy the original and all copies of the message. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: INAHARA Jill [mailto:INAHARA.Jill@deq.state.or.us] _x000D_ Sent: Friday, March 18, 2016 11:08 AM_x000D_ To: Rob LeChevallier_x000D_ Cc: abef@northstarglass.com_x000D_ Subject: RE: Testimony on Proposed Colored Glass Temporary Rule_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hi Rob,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sorry to be so late in getting back to you! Can you please submit your comments <https://data.oregon.gov/dataset/Air-Toxics-2016-Temporary-Rulemaking/qgxk-k66w> here. That way they will be included with all the others and archived. That should also automatically put you on a list of people that are interested in this rulemaking so you’ll get updates. You can attach a file as part of your comments._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks very much,_x000D_ _x000D_ Jill_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Rob LeChevallier [mailto:rlc@buckley-law.com] _x000D_ Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 4:55 PM_x000D_ To: INAHARA Jill_x000D_ Cc: abef@northstarglass.com <mailto:abef@northstarglass.com> _x000D_ Subject: FW: Testimony on Proposed Colored Glass Temporary Rule_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Jill: I am resending with the correct email address._x000D_ _x000D_ From: Rob LeChevallier _x000D_ Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 4:52 PM_x000D_ To: 'SWAB.Christopher@deq.state.or.us'_x000D_ Cc: 'INHARA.Jill@deq.state.or.us'; 'DAVIS.George@deq.state.or.us'; 'abef@northstarglass.com'_x000D_ Subject: Testimony on Proposed Colored Glass Temporary Rule_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please find attached my client Northstar Glassworks, Inc’s testimony by Abe Fleishman, president on the proposed temporary rule for the manufacture of colored glass. Please include me on your contact list as their attorney for any revisions or comments on the proposed rule._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sincerely,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Rob LeChevallier_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Robert Le Chevallier _x000D_ _x000D_ Attorney, Shareholder_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ <http://www.buckley-law.com/> _x000D_ t 503.620.8900 | f 503.620.4878_x000D_ _x000D_ 5300 Meadows Road, Suite 200 | Lake Oswego, OR 97035_x000D_ _x000D_ rlc@buckley-law.com <mailto:rlc@buckley-law.com> _x000D_ _x000D_ web: <http://www.buckley-law.com/> www.buckley-law.com_x000D_ _x000D_ Attorney-Client Privilege This e-mail message, including any attachments, may contain attorney privileged and/or confidential information. The review, disclosure, distribution, or copying of this message by or to anyone other than the named addressee(s) is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately notify me by reply e-mail and destroy the original and all copies of the message. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 207 | Shawn Ingersoll | shawnwingersoll@gmail.com |
Thank you Jill. I'm sure you have your hands full so I appreciate
you getting back to me._x000D_ _x000D_ Best,_x000D_ Shawn_x000D_ _x000D_ On Wednesday, March 30, 2016, INAHARA Jill <INAHARA.Jill@deq.state.or.us <mailto:INAHARA.Jill@deq.state.or.us> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hi Shawn,_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Sorry for the problems submitting comments online! I’ve got your comments and will enter them into the record._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thanks for taking the time to comment,_x000D_ _x000D_ Jill_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Shawn Ingersoll [mailto:shawnwingersoll@gmail.com <javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','shawnwingersoll@gmail.com');> ] _x000D_ Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 2:44 PM_x000D_ To: INAHARA Jill_x000D_ Subject: Comment on Glass Making Temp Ruling_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Got an error when I tried to submit my comment and could not find it at the last page (or the few in front). Would like for this to be added._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ "I am a father of a boy who was at the daycare less than a 1/6 mile from Bullseye (where 100's of other children have/do attend, all breathing the same air). He has elevated cadmium levels (2.5x that of 6-11 yo). How this will impact his future is unknown and terrifying. He is only 4. His cancer risk is increased due to this exposure, let alone countless other diseases (kidney function, respiratory, neurological) and potential lifelong impacts that may take decades to surface as a result. I hold Bullseye and DEQ directly responsible for that exposure. We will unfortunately never know what his Arsenic or Chromium exposure was. We will forever wonder if any abnormal illnesses/diseases that arise or difficulties he faces in regards to his health resulted from Bullseyes glass making and environmental negligence. _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I'd like it noted how heavily Bullseye is pushing their customers/glass artists, including many outside Portland and Oregon, to weigh in on the temporary ruling. There have even been sponsored Facebook ads by Bullseye promoting comments on this ruling. Many unaware of how big of an issue this really is, especially due to the continually downplaying of exposure. 2 people with concerning levels of Cadmium seems grossly inaccurate considering my sons levels._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Please keep in mind that the majority of pro-glass/anti-pollution control posts are from these likely contributors. It is important that our future health/environment not be undermined by those merely concerned with glass availability or pollution control costs businesses will face. Health before profits. Make it so that it is more fiscally sensible to implement pollution control than to pollute unabated. This is the cost of doing business. We've done it before with industries, and we need to do it again. Have fines/penalties/closure notices incorporated into this ruling. So important! Otherwise whats the point. Expand this ruling beyond the simple few metals that have been included. Provide language that allows the addition of new metals/toxic material down the road. Require glass companies to list the material they use in their glass annually. Make it public. This is also just the beginning, as this goes so far beyond just glass. Dirty diesel, wood stoves, metal plating, PCC, McClure, schools next to freeways. DEQ has a lot to do, especially for those at risk._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ There has been mention that Chromium 3 does not turn into Chromium 6 in a glass making environment. Maybe that is so, but we better be absolutely sure that is indeed the case before allowing glass makers to use this material again if it is allowed to leech into the air, water, or soil. We can not rely on a single individuals opinion no matter their experience. Doing so would be highly irresponsible._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ We need to be a society that puts health over profits. There will be comments claiming how businesses will not be able to afford controlling the pollution they emit/potential job loss. These are tactics. Oregon can be a place for clean businesses. Polluters need to be responsible for the cost (health, environmental, and economic) that they force on their neighborhoods. There is no reason why they should not be responsible._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ For every comment you receive from a concerned citizen advocating for these rules and/or expanding upon them, there are more likely hundreds of others that will not be able to share their voice. Many do not have the luxury of time, awareness, information access etc. Please do not let out of state customers of Bullseye drown out the voice of citizens who now face decades of unknown related to the exposure Bullseye has put us through._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Polluters claiming unawareness is negligence. Negligence is unacceptable. Businesses have a duty to ensure that what they do will not negatively impact the health and well being of those around them._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ DEQ is not be in the business of economic development nor should industry be the hand of DEQ as they write regulation. Pollution control costs is not DEQ's concern. DEQ is environmental quality, and ensuring it does not put citizens, the environment, and the economy at risk. I have seen the community do much more than DEQ these past months. Do what your agency was created for. Protect us and implement the Precautionary Principle moving forward._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ _x000D_ Shawn"_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ -- _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Shawn Ingersoll_x000D_ Phone: (503) 347-6594_x000D_ Email: shawnwingersoll@gmail.com <mailto:shawnwingersoll@gmail.com> _x000D_ Web: shawningersoll.com <http://shawningersoll.com/> & shawningersoll.com/studio <http://shawningersoll.com/studio> _x000D_ Add Me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shawningersoll <http://linkedin.com/in/shawningersoll> _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 208 | Shawn Ingersoll | shawnwingersoll@gmail.com |
Hi Jill,_x000D_ _x000D_ Just wanted to follow up as I know the 5pm deadline is near. I was provided your email in regards to issues with submitting public comment on the Glass Making Temporary Rules. If you could let me know that you received the previous email and that it will be included, I would greatly appreciate it._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Shawn_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Shawn Ingersoll_x000D_ Phone: (503) 347-6594_x000D_ Email: shawnwingersoll@gmail.com <mailto:shawnwingersoll@gmail.com> _x000D_ Web: shawningersoll.com <http://shawningersoll.com/> & shawningersoll.com/studio <http://shawningersoll.com/studio> _x000D_ Add Me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shawningersoll <http://linkedin.com/in/shawningersoll> _x000D_ _x000D_ On Wed, Mar 30, 2016 at 2:44 PM, Shawn Ingersoll <shawnwingersoll@gmail.com <mailto:shawnwingersoll@gmail.com> > wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Got an error when I tried to submit my comment and could not find it at the last page (or the few in front). Would like for this to be added._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you_x000D_ _x000D_ "I am a father of a boy who was at the daycare less than a 1/6 mile from Bullseye (where 100's of other children have/do attend, all breathing the same air). He has elevated cadmium levels (2.5x that of 6-11 yo). How this will impact his future is unknown and terrifying. He is only 4. His cancer risk is increased due to this exposure, let alone countless other diseases (kidney function, respiratory, neurological) and potential lifelong impacts that may take decades to surface as a result. I hold Bullseye and DEQ directly responsible for that exposure. We will unfortunately never know what his Arsenic or Chromium exposure was. We will forever wonder if any abnormal illnesses/diseases that arise or difficulties he faces in regards to his health resulted from Bullseyes glass making and environmental negligence. _x000D_ _x000D_ I'd like it noted how heavily Bullseye is pushing their customers/glass artists, including many outside Portland and Oregon, to weigh in on the temporary ruling. There have even been sponsored Facebook ads by Bullseye promoting comments on this ruling. Many unaware of how big of an issue this really is, especially due to the continually downplaying of exposure. 2 people with concerning levels of Cadmium seems grossly inaccurate considering my sons levels._x000D_ _x000D_ Please keep in mind that the majority of pro-glass/anti-pollution control posts are from these likely contributors. It is important that our future health/environment not be undermined by those merely concerned with glass availability or pollution control costs businesses will face. Health before profits. Make it so that it is more fiscally sensible to implement pollution control than to pollute unabated. This is the cost of doing business. We've done it before with industries, and we need to do it again. Have fines/penalties/closure notices incorporated into this ruling. So important! Otherwise whats the point. Expand this ruling beyond the simple few metals that have been included. Provide language that allows the addition of new metals/toxic material down the road. Require glass companies to list the material they use in their glass annually. Make it public. This is also just the beginning, as this goes so far beyond just glass. Dirty diesel, wood stoves, metal plating, PCC, McClure, schools next to freeways. DEQ has a lot to do, especially for those at risk._x000D_ _x000D_ There has been mention that Chromium 3 does not turn into Chromium 6 in a glass making environment. Maybe that is so, but we better be absolutely sure that is indeed the case before allowing glass makers to use this material again if it is allowed to leech into the air, water, or soil. We can not rely on a single individuals opinion no matter their experience. Doing so would be highly irresponsible._x000D_ _x000D_ We need to be a society that puts health over profits. There will be comments claiming how businesses will not be able to afford controlling the pollution they emit/potential job loss. These are tactics. Oregon can be a place for clean businesses. Polluters need to be responsible for the cost (health, environmental, and economic) that they force on their neighborhoods. There is no reason why they should not be responsible._x000D_ _x000D_ For every comment you receive from a concerned citizen advocating for these rules and/or expanding upon them, there are more likely hundreds of others that will not be able to share their voice. Many do not have the luxury of time, awareness, information access etc. Please do not let out of state customers of Bullseye drown out the voice of citizens who now face decades of unknown related to the exposure Bullseye has put us through._x000D_ _x000D_ Polluters claiming unawareness is negligence. Negligence is unacceptable. Businesses have a duty to ensure that what they do will not negatively impact the health and well being of those around them._x000D_ _x000D_ DEQ is not be in the business of economic development nor should industry be the hand of DEQ as they write regulation. Pollution control costs is not DEQ's concern. DEQ is environmental quality, and ensuring it does not put citizens, the environment, and the economy at risk. I have seen the community do much more than DEQ these past months. Do what your agency was created for. Protect us and implement the Precautionary Principle moving forward._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Shawn"_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 209 | Shawn Ingersoll | shawnwingersoll@gmail.com |
Got an error when I tried to submit my comment and could not find
it at the last page (or the few in front). Would like for this
to be added._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you_x000D_ _x000D_ "I am a father of a boy who was at the daycare less than a 1/6 mile from Bullseye (where 100's of other children have/do attend, all breathing the same air). He has elevated cadmium levels (2.5x that of 6-11 yo). How this will impact his future is unknown and terrifying. He is only 4. His cancer risk is increased due to this exposure, let alone countless other diseases (kidney function, respiratory, neurological) and potential lifelong impacts that may take decades to surface as a result. I hold Bullseye and DEQ directly responsible for that exposure. We will unfortunately never know what his Arsenic or Chromium exposure was. We will forever wonder if any abnormal illnesses/diseases that arise or difficulties he faces in regards to his health resulted from Bullseyes glass making and environmental negligence. _x000D_ _x000D_ I'd like it noted how heavily Bullseye is pushing their customers/glass artists, including many outside Portland and Oregon, to weigh in on the temporary ruling. There have even been sponsored Facebook ads by Bullseye promoting comments on this ruling. Many unaware of how big of an issue this really is, especially due to the continually downplaying of exposure. 2 people with concerning levels of Cadmium seems grossly inaccurate considering my sons levels._x000D_ _x000D_ Please keep in mind that the majority of pro-glass/anti-pollution control posts are from these likely contributors. It is important that our future health/environment not be undermined by those merely concerned with glass availability or pollution control costs businesses will face. Health before profits. Make it so that it is more fiscally sensible to implement pollution control than to pollute unabated. This is the cost of doing business. We've done it before with industries, and we need to do it again. Have fines/penalties/closure notices incorporated into this ruling. So important! Otherwise whats the point. Expand this ruling beyond the simple few metals that have been included. Provide language that allows the addition of new metals/toxic material down the road. Require glass companies to list the material they use in their glass annually. Make it public. This is also just the beginning, as this goes so far beyond just glass. Dirty diesel, wood stoves, metal plating, PCC, McClure, schools next to freeways. DEQ has a lot to do, especially for those at risk._x000D_ _x000D_ There has been mention that Chromium 3 does not turn into Chromium 6 in a glass making environment. Maybe that is so, but we better be absolutely sure that is indeed the case before allowing glass makers to use this material again if it is allowed to leech into the air, water, or soil. We can not rely on a single individuals opinion no matter their experience. Doing so would be highly irresponsible._x000D_ _x000D_ We need to be a society that puts health over profits. There will be comments claiming how businesses will not be able to afford controlling the pollution they emit/potential job loss. These are tactics. Oregon can be a place for clean businesses. Polluters need to be responsible for the cost (health, environmental, and economic) that they force on their neighborhoods. There is no reason why they should not be responsible._x000D_ _x000D_ For every comment you receive from a concerned citizen advocating for these rules and/or expanding upon them, there are more likely hundreds of others that will not be able to share their voice. Many do not have the luxury of time, awareness, information access etc. Please do not let out of state customers of Bullseye drown out the voice of citizens who now face decades of unknown related to the exposure Bullseye has put us through._x000D_ _x000D_ Polluters claiming unawareness is negligence. Negligence is unacceptable. Businesses have a duty to ensure that what they do will not negatively impact the health and well being of those around them._x000D_ _x000D_ DEQ is not be in the business of economic development nor should industry be the hand of DEQ as they write regulation. Pollution control costs is not DEQ's concern. DEQ is environmental quality, and ensuring it does not put citizens, the environment, and the economy at risk. I have seen the community do much more than DEQ these past months. Do what your agency was created for. Protect us and implement the Precautionary Principle moving forward._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Shawn"_x000D_ |
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| 210 | Thomas Benke | trbenke@environmental-compliance.com |
Jill, _x000D_ _x000D_ You and your colleagues are in a tough spot. I just read through the many, many comments on the DEQ website. They are predominantly comments from employees or customers who are parroting the Bullseye post in which Dr. LaCourse is cited for the proposition that trivalent chromium does not convert to hexavalent chromium in Bullseye's furnaces. At least one commenter besides me has noted that its what happens in the combustion gasses that is at issue (not in the glass melt). And as I point out in my written comments, the question is not whether Bullseye emits hexavalent chromium (and other toxic and carcinogenic metals) but at what rate._x000D_ _x000D_ I have spent the last week researching and thinking about these issues even though I am only "interested" as an impacted citizen of Portland. When I left the Texas Water Commission in September 1989 I had just testified in support of a proposed hazardous waste incinerator in Port Arthur, Texas (Chemical Waste Management). I had taken over for Joe Gingerich as permit writer when he left TWC to come to work for DEQ (he works on solid waste landfills for DEQ now). On my last day, the attorney who had represented the surrounding community found me standing at the elevator and said to me "Have you rubber stamped any more hazardous waste incinerators lately?" Without answering I got on the elevator and came to Oregon to go to law school. The sting of that comment has never gone away. As I have become more experienced I am more and more embarrassed at how unprepared I and my colleagues were during that initial period of HW facility permitting 1984-1989. Joe and I, and our fellow permit writers, were just out of university with our bachelors degrees in Mechanical and Chemical Engineering, and Geology. We were thrown on the front lines without any real support and we did our best. But we failed, by today's standards. So if I offended you this morning with my questions and criticisms please accept my apology. I don't know how much experience you have in this area but I have to believe that we all still have a steep learning curve ahead of us (even for me, 25 years into this.)_x000D_ _x000D_ Here is a copy of the written comments I just submitted. You please call me if you see anything I need to be corrected on._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Regards,_x000D_ TRB_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ On Mar 28, 2016, at 5:28 PM, INAHARA Jill wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Hi Thomas,_x000D_ Thank you very much for this follow-up email along with the attachments you sent regarding the partitioning of heavy metals in a combustion chamber and the need for wet scrubbers to control volatilized metals. I have forwarded your emails on to the permit engineer who is reviewed the Notice of Intent to Construct for Bullseye. I’m not sure how much contact he has had with the company that is installing the baghouse. I apologize for not having enough time to talk with you this morning. I may be available to talk Tuesday afternoon so please call if you have further questions._x000D_ Thank you,_x000D_ Jill Inahara_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ From: Thomas Benke [mailto:trbenke@environmental-compliance.com] _x000D_ Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 10:48 AM_x000D_ To: INAHARA Jill_x000D_ Cc: PALERMO Jaclyn_x000D_ Subject: Comments on Glass-Making Proposed Rules_x000D_ _x000D_ Ms. Inahara,_x000D_ _x000D_ This is Thomas Benke. Thank you for taking a few minutes to talk to me this morning. I was disappointed that you could not make time to talk to me when I could be at my desk with my notes at hand (you called at 8:36 am) and that you could only talk to me for about 11 minutes. I was disappointed that you did not have the proposed rules at hand yourself when you called me. I was disappointed that you could not answer my question about the Department's objective in allowing the two "options" included in the rule. I was particularly disappointed to hear from you that the Department was relying solely on representations by the glass-making facilities that installation of an emissions control device designed to remove 99% of particulate would likely remove most of the heavy metals from the facility's glass-making furnaces. (I am paraphrasing here and I would appreciate being corrected as necessary.) I asked if you had called the manufacturer of the proposed device to confirm that representation and you responded that you had not, and did not indicate that you would. _x000D_ _x000D_ As I told you, I struggled with these same technical problems when I drafted Part B permits for commercial hazardous waste incinerators in 1989. The following year, as a result of what we had learned in Texas and other permitting states, the USEPA proposed new rules for Hazardous Waste incinerators. In its April 27, 1990 proposal (55 FR 17862, 17868) (attached) USEPA wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The existing regulations control metal and some organic emissions through the performance standard for particulates. Metals can be contained in particulates or condense out onto particulates and are then captured by air pollution control devices. The present particulate standard of 180 milligrams per dry standard cubic meter may not provide adequate protection if a substantial percentage of the particulate is composed of toxic metals. Further, in the case of volatile metals such as arsenic, mercury, and chlorides of lead and cadmium, the particulate standard may provide little control._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to study that rules proposal thoroughly. In the case of the Portland glass-making facilities, which use natural gas to fire the furnaces, I assume that there is little or no particulate matter, and so very little metal associated with particulate. In any event, the heavy metals that are emitted will be predominantly in the gaseous phase, volatilized, and so a standard that requires removal of particulate will do nothing to reduce emissions of toxic metals from Bullseye and Uroboros. I will send you in a following email two technical articles that support this contention. _x000D_ _x000D_ Putting a baghouse on the Bullseye and Uroboros stacks will do little or nothing to inhibit the discharge of toxic metals from the those facilities, so adoption of the proposed rule is tantamount to a declaration by the State that Bullseye and Uroboros can return to business as usual while the Department plays catchup with the science of combustion and adoption of new, efficacious rules. If the EQC adopts the proposed temporary rules then I anticipate that those rules will remain in effect for at least a year, and perhaps longer if the regulated facilities oppose new permanent rules that will undoubtedly require limits on how much heavy metal they can use in their formulations and that will require the facilities to install expensive wet scrubbers or other devices specifically designed to capture volatile metals._x000D_ _x000D_ I understand that the Department's lawyers and administrators may prefer a compromise with Bullseye and Uroboros rather than a fight over whether the Department's existing authority is sufficient to regulate emissions of toxic metals from those facilities. In my view, given the moss, air and soil samples available to date, DEQ has ample justification and authority to shut those facilities down unless and until they prove through actual testing and dispersion modeling that their operations are not causing, or substantially contributing to, nuisance conditions in the surrounding neighborhood. I urge the Department to rewrite the rules so that glass-makers are required to prove through stack testing and dispersion modeling that their operations are safe for the neighborhood before they are allowed to continue using toxic metals in their formulations._x000D_ _x000D_ I will be following up with more carefully written comments, but please consider this email as a formal submission of comments with regard to the proposed rulemaking._x000D_ _x000D_ TRB_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 211 | Thomas Benke | trbenke@environmental-compliance.com |
Jill,_x000D_ _x000D_ The attached technical documents are just "for example" regarding the partitioning of heavy metals in a combustion chamber and regarding the need for wet scrubbers to control volatilized metals._x000D_ _x000D_ TRB_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 212 | Thomas Benke | trbenke@environmental-compliance.com |
Ms. Inahara, _x000D_ _x000D_ This is Thomas Benke. Thank you for taking a few minutes to talk to me this morning. I was disappointed that you could not make time to talk to me when I could be at my desk with my notes at hand (you called at 8:36 am) and that you could only talk to me for about 11 minutes. I was disappointed that you did not have the proposed rules at hand yourself when you called me. I was disappointed that you could not answer my question about the Department's objective in allowing the two "options" included in the rule. I was particularly disappointed to hear from you that the Department was relying solely on representations by the glass-making facilities that installation of an emissions control device designed to remove 99% of particulate would likely remove most of the heavy metals from the facility's glass-making furnaces. (I am paraphrasing here and I would appreciate being corrected as necessary.) I asked if you had called the manufacturer of the proposed device to confirm that representation and you responded that you had not, and did not indicate that you would. _x000D_ _x000D_ As I told you, I struggled with these same technical problems when I drafted Part B permits for commercial hazardous waste incinerators in 1989. The following year, as a result of what we had learned in Texas and other permitting states, the USEPA proposed new rules for Hazardous Waste incinerators. In its April 27, 1990 proposal (55 FR 17862, 17868) (attached) USEPA wrote:_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ The existing regulations control metal and some organic emissions through the performance standard for particulates. Metals can be contained in particulates or condense out onto particulates and are then captured by air pollution control devices. The present particulate standard of 180 milligrams per dry standard cubic meter may not provide adequate protection if a substantial percentage of the particulate is composed of toxic metals. Further, in the case of volatile metals such as arsenic, mercury, and chlorides of lead and cadmium, the particulate standard may provide little control._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ I urge you to study that rules proposal thoroughly. In the case of the Portland glass-making facilities, which use natural gas to fire the furnaces, I assume that there is little or no particulate matter, and so very little metal associated with particulate. In any event, the heavy metals that are emitted will be predominantly in the gaseous phase, volatilized, and so a standard that requires removal of particulate will do nothing to reduce emissions of toxic metals from Bullseye and Uroboros. I will send you in a following email two technical articles that support this contention. _x000D_ _x000D_ Putting a baghouse on the Bullseye and Uroboros stacks will do little or nothing to inhibit the discharge of toxic metals from the those facilities, so adoption of the proposed rule is tantamount to a declaration by the State that Bullseye and Uroboros can return to business as usual while the Department plays catchup with the science of combustion and adoption of new, efficacious rules. If the EQC adopts the proposed temporary rules then I anticipate that those rules will remain in effect for at least a year, and perhaps longer if the regulated facilities oppose new permanent rules that will undoubtedly require limits on how much heavy metal they can use in their formulations and that will require the facilities to install expensive wet scrubbers or other devices specifically designed to capture volatile metals._x000D_ _x000D_ I understand that the Department's lawyers and administrators may prefer a compromise with Bullseye and Uroboros rather than a fight over whether the Department's existing authority is sufficient to regulate emissions of toxic metals from those facilities. In my view, given the moss, air and soil samples available to date, DEQ has ample justification and authority to shut those facilities down unless and until they prove through actual testing and dispersion modeling that their operations are not causing, or substantially contributing to, nuisance conditions in the surrounding neighborhood. I urge the Department to rewrite the rules so that glass-makers are required to prove through stack testing and dispersion modeling that their operations are safe for the neighborhood before they are allowed to continue using toxic metals in their formulations._x000D_ _x000D_ I will be following up with more carefully written comments, but please consider this email as a formal submission of comments with regard to the proposed rulemaking._x000D_ _x000D_ TRB_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ |
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| 213 | vendor- J Ring Glass | vendor@jringglass.com |
Jill,_x000D_ J Ring Glass Studio Inc. would like to voice its support of the position that Bullseye Glass Company, Uroboros Glass Company and the Stained Glass Association of America have taken in regards to the proposed temporary EPA rules which would stop production of 50% of the art glass colors available. These actions need to be based on science and proven fact._x000D_ I do believe that the proposed temporary EPA rules threaten the very existence of the supply of art glass used for the restoration and repair of tens of thousands of historic buildings, public as well as private. I believe this would be in violation of the U.S. National Preservation Act 1966. Under this law a Section 106 should be convened before any action can be taken._x000D_ _x000D_ Joseph W Ring_x000D_ _x000D_ President_x000D_ _x000D_ J. Ring Glass Studio Inc._x000D_ _x000D_ St. Paul, Minnesota_x000D_ _x000D_ |
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