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Wilbanks, Megan
From:Kerry Wilson <
To:Advisory Bodies
Subject:Central Coast Layover Facility
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Environmental concerns with the Layover Facility Project
Air pollution
Currently the Particle Matter increases significantly whenever maintenance trucks and the trains go by; this will
undoubtedly increase with this project. With the additional output of diesel fumes and vapors how will air quality be
monitored particularly as there are residences nearby? With the increased activity generated by the facility, I am
concerned with the negative impact on air quality.
Noise pollution
Are engines to idle there? For those who living in the area, this is a real concern compounded by the smell of diesel
and other fuels. The George St. neighborhood had documented and confirmed a correlation in migraines and sleep
related issues directly connected with engines idling outside of their neighborhoods. How much noise will the
maintenance of the trains generate and what are the hours of operation? Will nearby homeowners be able to
enjoy the quality of life of their homes after 5:00 pm?
Light pollution
This is one of the few areas where the stars and night sky can be viewed in its’ natural splendor due to the absence
of artificial light. As a resident who will be directly affected by this project, what is the scope of lights and illumination
at night that will be shining directly into our homes? Will the design architects consider residences and place
lighting away from residential windows with the placement of lighting along the walkways?
Chemicals
Creosote has been linked to cancer. In addition to this being used on the railroad ties, what other chemicals will
residents be exposed to?
Gas Line
My condo lies near a gas line. From the renderings, it appears that a track and walkway may be laid precariously
close to both my windows and the gas line.
I have looked at the artist rendering on their website but it does not include a detailed picture from Francis Street to
McMillan where there are many families directly affected at Moylan Terrace and Villa Rosa developments.
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Could you please provide a detailed depiction.
Thank you,
Kerry Wilson
931 Humbert Ave
San Luis Obispo
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