PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • November 6, 2024
I am writing as a concerned resident of South Portland regarding the comprehensive plan discussions, particularly related to hazardous waste, noise pollution and flooding risks. The claim that “anything can be remediated” regarding hazardous materials like benzene, arsenic and lead is misleading. Any proposed residential development on the Bug Light peninsula would conflict with current FAA noise abatement procedures. Finally, many studies suggest that current models underestimate flooding risks due to climate change. ~ Steven Shane, South Portland