ACCAN Camera Blog

June 8, 2023

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 8:40 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number:H364716-060823)

Description: I observed Metalico from across the river in Emsworth from about 8:40 - 9:15 a.m. this morning. While I was observing Metalico, its shredder was operating and at times producing excessive smoke emissions as shown in the attached photos.

June 7, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 3:03 p.m.

Observation: In person by a resident across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised by operations at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H364558-060723)

Description: In the words of the resident “heavy dust coming from the barge when Metalico dumps loads from the shredding pile. The dust cloud is so thick that it lands on the surface of the river leaving a grimy streak that floats down river with the current. The loader, at least 4 times today that I saw, misses the barge and flings pieces of this stuff directly into the river, creating a huge splash but it’s very hard to capture with my camera.

This too, has been happening all day long when they load a barge. The dust coming from them is extremely disturbing considering the poor air quality alerts we’ve been having.  Their paltry water hose only aims at the pile they’re loading. There’s zero dust mitigation when the trucks drive in the area, or when the load lands in the barge. There’s also zero dust mitigation INSIDE the open building when trucks load, dump, or move scrap.”

June 7, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:51 p.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emission from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H364558-060723)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident “heavy, opaque emissions coming from the shredder. Heavy emissions, like this, have been happening regularly throughout the day since the shredder started at 7am.”

June 6, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:18 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised by operations at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H364421-060623)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted a significant dust cloud raised by a truck driving through the site. As noted in the camera evidence below, the dust crosses Metalico’s property line and can be seen in the air.

June 5, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised by operations at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H364445-060723)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed several dust clouds raised by machinery operating on site especially during the afternoon house. Clouds were raised that cross Metalico’s property line and can be seen in the air coming from loading and moving operations near the shredder as visible in the camera evidence below.

June 2, 2023

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 10:40 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H363962-060223)

Description: I observed Metalico from about 10:40 - 10:55 a.m. this morning from across the river in Emsworth. During much of that time, Metalico's shredder was producing excessive smoke emissions that were separating from the plume. Examples of these emissions are included in the attached photos.

May 31, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised by operations at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H364018-060323)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted several larger clouds of dust raised by trucks and machinery due to operations on site. Dust is often visible beyond Metalico’s property line as seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

May 26, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:40 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised while loading trucks at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H363721-053123)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted dust clouds being raised during the truck loading process some of which can be seen crossing Metalico’s property line. Through the day dust is raised during this process as well as by machinery, trucks and the wind. Three pieces of camera evidence of the dust emissions can be seen in examples below.

May 19, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H363717-053123)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site and crossed Metalico’s property line. It was overcast through much of the day and the smoke can be seen separating from the plume on many occasions, such as in the camera evidence below.

May 17, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H363716-053123)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted clouds of dust consistently being raised by machinery loading the barge on site. Clouds are pushed across and into the river as visible in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

May 11, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Heavy industrial odor from Metalico  

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H361535-051123)

Description: I observed Metalico from across the river in Emsworth today from around 9:30 - 9:45 a.m.  The weather was clear, the temperature was around 60 and the shredder was operating the entire time.  As soon as I got there I smelled a horrible odor that remained strong the entire time that I was there.  It smelled like burning plastic and rubber, irritated my mouth, gave me a headache and was so strong that I could taste it on my lips and in my mouth.  This odor was the odor that I typically smell when the shredder is operating.

May 11, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:30 a.m.-Ongoing

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Heavy industrial odor from Metalico  

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H369417-051123)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident “I’ve been working in my yard, directly across the river from Metalico, for the past 1 1/2 hours. Metalico has been  operating the shredder the entire time while outside. The smell has been consistent and heavy during that entire time. I had to stop working in my yard because the odor was getting so strong that the back of nose/throat were burning. I’ve had an awful metalic/plastic taste in my mouth and on my lips. The smell caused a headache that I still have.”

April 27, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number:)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted a large dust cloud raised by a vehicle driving through the site during morning operations. As can be seen in the camera evidence below dust crosses the property line when the vehicle drives through.

April 25, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:40 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number:H360121-042723)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several notable bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site and crossed Metalico’s property line, as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

April 21, 2023 – Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H359585-042323)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted a few dust clouds of concern raised by machinery operating on site during the afternoon. In the camera evidence below dust clouds can be seen being formed on Metalico’s site and crossing their property line.

April 21, 2023 – Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H359584-042323)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted several frequent smoke bursts come from the shredder throughout the afternoon hours of operation. Much of the emissions can be seen crossing Metalico’s property line in the camera evidence below.

April 21, 2023 – Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H359583-042323)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple bursts of smoke come from the shredder throughout the morning, most of which can be seen separating from the plume and crossing Metalico’s property line in various directions, including across the river toward residential neighborhoods. Below are three pieces of camera evidence displaying the type of emissions that were visible.

April 17, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H359395-042023)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted several bursts of smoke come from the shredder on site. Emissions can be seen crossing Metalico’s property line in the three pieces of camera evidence below, often blowing into residential neighborhoods across the river.

April 14, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:55 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive dust raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H359095-041823)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed dust being raised at an almost constant rate while loading the barge. Due to the barges' locations dust often blows into and across the river crossing Metalico’s property line as can be noted in the two pieces of camera evidence below.ACHD ACHD Response: “thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/18/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H359095-041823, regarding barge loading and equipment movement, the time stamp on the two (2) attachments dated 4/14/23 were noted. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 13, 2023 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:50 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358928-041523)

Description: While watching Metalico’s operations on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of smoke come from the shredder on site. As can be seen in the camera evidence below smoke separates from the plume and crosses Metalico’s property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/15/23 VE complaint, H358928-041523, and reviewed the time stamp on the three (3) attachments, early afternoon, dated 4/13/23.  Your VE complaint has been reviewed by ACHD; with the plumes shown in the attachments, we would not consider or view this as a VE complaint, especially viewing from the Emsworth side. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 13, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:20 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358924-041423)

Description: As I observed Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted excessive dust being raised almost continuously, flowing into and across the river, while loading the barge. Seen in the four pieces of camera evidence below are multiple dust clouds raised primarily by machinery on site which often cross Metalico’s property line. As can also be seen in the camera evidence often little is done to quell the dust and when something is done it is insufficient as dust can still be seen in the air from operations on site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four (4) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/14/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H358924-041423, regarding barge loading and equipment movement (dust) from the scrap side. ACHD reviewed the time stamp on the four (4) attachments dated 4/13/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

April 13, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:40 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive industrial odor complaint

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H58768-041323)

Description: I was in Emsworth across the river from Metalico from 9:30 - 9:45 AM today. During that time the shredder was operating and for a short period of time produced excessive smoke emissions  as illustrated in the photos below.  During the time that I was there I smelled the odor of burning rubber and plastic that I often smell when the shredder is running. From about 9:40 - 9:45 AM the odor was strong.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/13/23 “Odor” complaint, H358768-041323, and reviewed your attachments. We understand  that the reason the photographs were taken were to verify that you were onsite, the shredder was running with a slight separation from the plume, though the plume had a down river direction and didn’t appear to be crossing the river in your direction. Odor?

 If for any reason the wind shifts while you’re onsite please indicate the shift, and please note if the odor changes, (0=NONE, 1=SLIGHT, 2=MODERATE, 3= STRONG, 4=VERY STRONG), please note the duration of change for each strength.

Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 11, 2023 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358728-041323)

Description: Throughout the day dust was raised by machinery loading the barge, much of which goes into and across the river crossing Metalico’s property line. Dust is also raised by other operations on site and there is very little done to quell the excessive dust. Below are two pieces of camera evidence from the 1 p.m. of the barge being loaded and, though sunlight obscures it at times, dust can be seen almost constantly being raised in the air from the loading process.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/13/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H358728-041323, regarding barge loading, and reviewed the time stamp on the two (2) attachments dated 4/11/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 11, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:52 a.m. - Ongoing

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358546-041223)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth respident “This is the 4th time this year that Metalico has been loading a barge /moving piles in areas where there was zero mitigation of dust. (I haven’t had time or was unable to catch previous violations.) There’s dust blowing from all three major work areas as well as dust that flies up when it lands in the barge. The dust from the barge was so bad, and with wind,  it coated the surface of the river to the left of the barge.  (The water is clear to on the right side of the barge.) The excavator also flung pieces of the pile into the river but I was unable to photograph it. This activity has only been increasing and there was the usual odor of hot plastics that wafted through the air as the wind blew.” Below are three images of the event.

ACHD Response: thank you for using GovQA, your Emsworth photographs were viewed for FE “Dust” and your complaint (H358546-041223) was reviewed and shared. ACHD representatives followed-up and scheduled an onsite meeting with Metalico. Your photographs were shared and discussed during our onsite meeting with Metalico, please let us know if you see any changes. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.

April 11, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

Observation: On camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358731-041323)

Description: As I observed Metalico on camera on accancamera.com I noted small and large dust clouds raised by machinery loading the barge during operations. Much of the dust raised crosses the property line going into and across the river as can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/13/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H358731-041323, regarding barge loading and equipment movement (dust) from the scrap side. ACHD reviewed the time stamp on the three (3) attachments dated 4/11/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 10, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:50 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358724-041323)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted several bursts of smoke that occurred during the time noted above which came from the shredder and crossed Metlaico’s property line. As can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below smoke is visible separating from the plume in bursts.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/13/23 VE / FE complaint, H358724-041323, and reviewed the time stamp on the two (2) attachments dated 4/10/23. Your VE/FE complaint has been reviewed, shared, and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 5, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358151-040823)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted several clouds of dust raised on site by both machinery and the wind. While there are emissions in the air from unknown sources dust can still clearly be seen coming from Metalico’s property. Dust crosses Metalico’s property line on multiple occasions as can be seen documented in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/08/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H358151-040823, and reviewed the time stamp on the two (2) attachments dated 4/05/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 5, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H358150-040823)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple clouds of smoke come from the shredder during the morning hours of operation. Smoke can be seen separating from the plume and crossing Metalico’s property line in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/08/23 VE / FE complaint, H358150-040823, and reviewed the time stamp on the three (3) attachments dated 4/05/23. Your VE/FE complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 4, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:55 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H357835-040623)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted multiple dust clouds raised primarily by machinery and vehicles operating on site. Though the dust clouds are not as heavy as many that generate from the site’s operations, dust still often crosses Metalico’s property line, going into and across the river, as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/06/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H357835-040623, and reviewed the time stamp on the three (3) attachments dated 4/04/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 31, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H357551-040323)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted multiple bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site in the morning hours and crossed Metalico’s property line as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/03/23 VE complaint, H357551-040323, and reviewed the time stamp on the two (2) attachments dated 3/31/23. Your VE complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 30, 2023

Entered by: Angleo Taranto

Time of Day:  9:35 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.

Observation:  In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Industrial Odor Complaint

Submitted to ACHD:  Yes (Reference Number: H357293-033023)

Description: While observing Metalico from across the river in Emsworth, their shredder was running and I smelled the odor of burning rubber/plastic. I was there from about 9:35 - 9:50 AM this morning.  I am attaching photos only to verify that the shredder was operating while I was there.  This is an odor complaint.  There was no perceptible wind and the temperature was around 30 degrees.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 3/30/23 “Odor” complaint, H357293-033023, and reviewed your attachments. As you stated, the only reason the photographs were taken was to verify that you were onsite, plus show that the shredder was on and running. After reviewing your photographs, ACHD feels that your photographs show the shredder was operating properly and that the wind wasn’t in your direction for the 15 minutes you were onsite. ACHD feels that your associating odor with the shredder operating, this is all discretionary, please submit an odor complaint based on reason, this may not be the source. As requested before, if you’re going to submit an odor complaint, please take the time to submit the proper information, very seldom odor stays constant, especially outdoors.

 If for any reason the wind shifts while you’re onsite please indicate the shift, and please note if the odor changes, (0=NONE, 1=SLIGHT, 2=MODERATE, 3= STRONG, 4=VERY STRONG), please note the duration of change for each strength.

Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

ACCAN Response: “I find your response extremely dismissive of my experience of smelling odor when the Metalico shredder is running, an odor that I have long associated with Metalico, based on the many times I have observed Metalico's operations. These are my reasons for submitting this odor complaint.  Do you have an online form for providing the information that you are requesting or would I have to develop my own form to submit with complaints.”

March 29, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H357420-040123)

Description: As I watched Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted several heavy clouds of dust that were raised by machinery, the water truck and wind. Though emissions of unknown sources can be seen in the air dust can clearly be seen coming from Metlaico’s property and crossing their property line. Below is a piece of camera evidence showing the worst of the dust raised in the afternoon.

March 29, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H357419-040123)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple dust clouds raised by machinery, wind and the water truck on site throughout the day, especially while loading the barge. As can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below, dust often crosses Metalico’s property line and can be seen in the air.  

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 4/01/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H357419-040123, and reviewed the time stamp on the three (3) attachments dated 3/29/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 22, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:50 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H357418-040123)

Description: As I observed Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several large dust clouds raised on site by machinery, the water truck and wind, much of which crosses Metalico’s property line as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 03/23/23 VE / FE complaint, H356346-032323, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 03/21/23, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 21, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H356346-032323)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I noted multiple bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site and crossed the property line during the afternoon hours. As can be seen in the camera evidence below, though the sun is not always in an ideal position, smoke is still visible separating from the plume and going beyond the property line on site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 03/23/23 VE / FE complaint, H356346-032323, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 03/21/23, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 20, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H356345-032323)

Description: As I observed Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds raised on site, of varying density, in the afternoon by machinery and the water truck which crossed the property line as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the ACCAN camera taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 3/23/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H356345-032323, and reviewed the three (3) attachments taken 3/20/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 16, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:25 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H355761-031723)

Description: As observed while watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com, machinery raises multiple dust clouds on site throughout the day. Though often dust is light it still crosses the property line and goes into the river as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 03/17/23 DUST complaint, H355761-031723, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 03/16/23, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed, no issues. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 15, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:26 p.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Explosion from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H355435-031523)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident, “MASSIVE explosion at the shredder that shook my  house and windows. Scared the hell out of me. A lot of emissions coming out the shredder.”

March 14, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Angleo Taranto

Time of Day:  1:15 p.m. - 1;20 P.M.

Observation:  In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Dust raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD:  Yes (Reference Number: H355368-031523)

Description: I observed Metalico in person from across the river in Emsworth yesterday from about 1:15 - 1:20 PM.  At that time, they were loading a barge from a pile of metal. They were not wetting down the pile; therefore, the loading process was producing dust emissions that were blowing into the river, as illustrated in the attached photos.  The weather was overcast at the time.

ACHD Response:  “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 3/15/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H355368-031523, and reviewed the two (2) phonographs taken 3/14/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 14, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H355401-031523)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com machinery loading the barge with material raised excessive dust clouds throughout the day, especially in the morning hours. As can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below, dust crosses the property line on site almost continuously at times and very little to nothing is done to control it.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 03/15/23 DUST complaint, H355401-031523, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 03/14/23, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 13, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H355393-031523)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of smoke come from the shredder on site in the late 7 a.m. hour. The smoke crosses the property line on site and though there is also steam visible, smoke can also be seen separating from the plume in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 03/15/23 VE / FE complaint, H355393-031523, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 03/13/23, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 10, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:54 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Brief explosion from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H355152-031323)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a brief but clear explosion from the shredder on site. As can be seen in the piece of camera evidence, it shows that at times volatile substances are not removed from objects, such as vehicles, to be shredded.

March 9, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:20 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H355151-031323)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a few bursts of smoke come from the shredder on site during the 2 p.m. hour. Though the sun is in an inconvenient location, smoke is still visible crossing the property line in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

March 7, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H354771-030923)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds raised, primarily while loading the barge on site. Though effort is made to deter the dust by using the water truck, it does not completely stop the issue and dust that originates on site continues to cross the property line. Below are two pieces of camera evidence of dust clouds for the time referenced.

March 6, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:10 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H354770-030923)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a period in which multiple bursts of smoke came from the shredder on site and, as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below, occasionally crosses the property line.

March 1, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:25 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H354152-030323)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds raised by machinery, wind and the water truck operating on site from 11:25 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Dust crosses the property line as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

February 23, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:40 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H353160-022423)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of smoke separate from the plume coming from the shredder on site. Though the sun is in an inconvenient location in the afternoon, smoke can still be seen in the plume and often crossing the property line on site, as visible in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/24/23 VE / FE complaint, H353160-022423, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 2/23/23. ACHD representatives were onsite early Friday afternoon, 2/24/23, and did not witness anything in person. VE readings using Method 9 cannot be read or determined from the Emsworth side of the river due to the sun location during the hours of (11:45 – 14:45 hrs.), especially from the ACCAN camera lens. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 23, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angleo Taranto

Time of Day:  9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

Observation:  In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive industrial odor from Metalico

Submitted to ACHD:  Yes (Reference Number: H353036-022323)

Description: I observed Metalico from about 9:38 - 9:58 a.m. from across the river in Emsworth.  I would rate the odor strength as "2  -  Moderate".  The odor, which smelled like burning rubber and plastic, persisted during the entire time that I was observing Metalico.  The smoke emissions from the shredder were light as illustrated in the attached photos.  The wind was blowing directly across the river from Metalico to Emsworth where I was during the entire time that I was observing Metalico.  The temperature at that time was 58 degrees.

February 20, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352849-022223)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period in the morning when an excessive amount of dust was raised by machinery operating on site. The dust clouds cross the river and little is done to control it, as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/22/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H352849-022223, and reviewed the time stamp on the (2) attachments dated 2/20/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and will be discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 17, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352567-021923)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple dust clouds raised by machinery operating on site in the morning hours. As can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below, dust crosses the river and blows into a residential neighborhood.

ACHD Response: “... thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/19/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H352567-021923, and reviewed the time stamp on the (2) attachments dated 2/17/23. After reviewing the two (2) short attachments and the speed of the attachments shown  in your “Dust” complaint, ACHD finds it to be light and insignificant, not as reported, though, they will be shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 16, 2023

Entered by: Angleo Taranto

Time of Day:  9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.

Observation:  In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive industrial odor from Metalico

Submitted to ACHD:  Yes (Reference Number: H352379-021623)

Description: I observed Metalico from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:00 - 9:25 a.m.  The shredder was operating and producing a plume with relatively light smoke emissions. The sky was overcast the entire time that I was there.  While I was there, I smelled the odor that is typically produced when Metalico's shredder is operating - the odor of burning plastic and rubber.  I am attaching photos of the plume coming from the shredder to verify that I was there in person and that the shredder was operating when I was smelling the odor.  As I indicated, the smoke emissions were relatively light, so I am not attaching  the photos  to document excessive smoke emissions.  My complaint is an odor complaint.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 2/16/23 VE “Odor” complaint, H352379-021623, and we reviewed the three (3) attachments taken while you were onsite 2/16/23. As you stated, the plumes were very light, though you associated the plumes and shredder with odor that you detected while onsite. How would you rate the odor from the ACHD scale 0-4? Possibly you can give us more feedback with the information that ACHD provides below, 0=NONE, 1=SLIGHT, 2=MODERATE, 3=STRONG, & 4=VERY STRONG. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 15, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352566-021923)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised by both machinery loading the barge and wind on site in the afternoon, some of which is visible crossing the property line on site, including the river while loading the barge. Though the sun interferes with the camera quality and emissions from other sites can be seen in the air, dust is still clearly visible coming from the site. Below are three pieces of camera evidence showing dust coming from operations on site.

February 15, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:30 a.m. - 11:59 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352565-021923)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was dust raised almost continuously on site throughout the morning from loading the barge. Much of the dust crosses the property line on site, including the river, going directly into a residential neighborhood. Though emissions can be seen coming from unknown sources off camera, dust can clearly be seen coming directly from Metalico. Below are five pieces of camera evidence showing the incident described.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your five (5) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/19/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H352565-021923, and reviewed the time stamp on the (5) attachments that ranged from 07:49 hrs., to 11:58 hrs., dated 2/15/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been reviewed, shared, and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 14, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m,. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352382-021623)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple dust clouds raised by machinery throughout the day. Though much of the dust is light and stays within the property’s parameters, some also can be seen crossing the property line. Though the position of the sun is not ideal dust can clearly be seen being raised at Metalico and leaving the property in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two (2) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/16/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H352382-021623, and reviewed the time stamp on the (2) attachments dated 2/14/23. As stated in your complaint, the dust is light and the sun angel is not there to be read on the Emsworth side of the river, especially with the glare through the lens of the ACCAN camera. Your “Dust” complaint has been shared and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 13, 2023 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352363-021623)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds raised by both machinery and wind in the later afternoon hours. Though there is a glare on the camera, dust can still clearly be seen in the air originating on Metalico’s site. Some of this dust can also be seen beyond the property line on site in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/16/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H352363-021623, and reviewed the time stamp on the (3) attachments dated 2/13/23. Your late afternoon “Dust” complaint has been shared and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 13, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352360-021623)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised on site by machinery operating on site and the wind in the early afternoon hours. While not all of the dust during windy conditions is raised at Metalico, the camera evidence clearly shows dust coming from the site and leaving the property. Though the sun’s position causes a glare, dust can still clearly be seen in the air originating from Metalico in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/16/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H352360-021623, and reviewed the time stamp on the (3) attachments dated 2/13/23. Your “Dust” complaint has been shared and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 13, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H352353-021623)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site during the afternoon hours of operation. The smoke can be seen separating from the plume and floating across the property line, including the River, and into the residential neighborhood. Though there is a glare on the camera that may enhance smoke emissions, they can still be clearly seen crossing the property line on multiple occasions as seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Reponse: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 2/16/23 VE / FE complaint, H352353-021623, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 2/13/23 at 13:00 hrs., Method 9 should be read in person on the Metalico side of the river. Your complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 9, 2023

Entered by: Angleo Taranto

Time of Day:  9:20 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.

Observation:  In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD:  Yes (Reference Number: H351585-020923)

Description: I observed Metalico from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:20 - 9:40 a.m.  During that time the shredder was operating and producing excessive smoke emissions that frequently crossed their downriver property line, as illustrated in the attached photos.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your six (6) photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 2/09/23 VE complaint, H351585-020923, and reviewed the six (6) attachments taken while you were onsite 2/09/23, the complaint was shared and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

February 8, 2023

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day:  9:10 - 9:50 a.m.

Observation:  In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD:  Yes (Reference Number. H351481-020823)

Description: I observed Metalico in-person from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:10 - 9:50 a.m.  During that entire time the shredder at Metalico was operating and was frequently producing smoke emissions that were separating from the plume, as illustrated in the photos below.  The sky was overcast at the time.

ACHD Response:  Angelo, thank you for using GovQA, we received your six (6) photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 2/08/23 VE complaint, H351481-020823, and reviewed the six (6) attachments taken while you were onsite 2/08/23, the complaint will be shared and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.

February 2, 2023 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H351103-020523)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple opaque bursts of smoke come from the shredder on site. In the two pieces of camera evidence below one can observe the smoke emissions crossing the property line and river though the sun’s position may be exaggerating the emissions visibility.

February 2, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:50 - 10:05 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Dust emissions from Metalico operations

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H350952-020223)

Description: I observed Metalico from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:50 to 10:05 a.m.  During that time a thick dust cloud was raised when a truck dumped it contents and the dust was visible at and beyond Metalico's property line (see photos below).

ACHD Response:  Angelo, thank you for using GovQA, we received your three (3) photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 2/02/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H350952-020223, and reviewed the three (3) attachments taken while you were onsite 2/02/23, the complaint has been shared and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.

February 2, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:50 - 10:05 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Smoke emissions and strong odor from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H350951-020223)

Description:  I observed Metalico from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:50 - 10:05 a.m.  During that time the shredder was operating and I observed smoke emissions coming from the shredder.  I also experienced a very strong odor, the type of odor that residents typically smell when the shredder is operating.  It smelled like burning rubber and plastic.   Below are photos that I took while I  was there.        

ACHD Response:  “... thank you for using GovQA, your four (4) still photographs of the Metalico operations taken while onsite 2/02/23, were reviewed for VE and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group. Odor is questionable and what we viewed in your photographs is a good example of steam, even in the separation of the plumes.  Thank you again for using GovQA and for the real-time photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river, ACHD Air Quality.”

ACCAN response to ACHD's response:  “I find your response troubling.  You don't explain why you find my report of odor "questionable".  Our experience, over the years, is that there aren't always large plumes of emissions coming from the shredder when we or residents experience strong odors; however,  the shredder is running whenever there are these strong odors.  Residents are the most experienced when it comes to these odors, because they have had to endure them for years.  There is no doubt in their minds that the odor is coming from Metalico.”

January 31, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:20 a.m. - 7:40 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H350880-020223)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple bursts of opaque smoke come from the shredder on site during the 7 a.m. hour. The bursts cross the site’s property line to the west as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

January 13, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:55 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H349208-011723)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a burst of opaque smoke come from the shredder on site at approximately 8:55 a.m. Though this burst of smoke emissions is relatively short, about two minutes, it demonstrates that materials are sometimes put through the shredder that create problematic emissions that are not contained by the shredder. Below is camera evidence of the emissions noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 1/17/23 VE / FE complaint, H349208-011723, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 1/13/23. After the ACHD review of the ACCAN camera attachment, as shown, it’s been determined that there are no real-time evidence of problematic emissions leaving the shredder as stated in your complaint. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

January 11, 2023

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H349036-011323)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site in the afternoon during which time the weather varied as did the opacity of the smoke emissions. During times it was overcast smoke can be seen separating from the plume and occasionally crossing the property line on site. Below are three examples of camera evidence from the time noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 1/13/23 VE / FE complaint, H349036-011323, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 1/11/23, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

January 9, 2023 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:54 p.m.

Observation: In person by resident in Emsworth across the river from Metalico

Type of Complaint: Excessive odor from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes, by Emsworth resident (Reference Number: H348564-010923)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident “I opened my back door and was instantly hit with a wall of intense foul odors. It smelled like burning hoses, oil, rubber, and plastic. It was so strong and overwhelming that I instantly got a headache and my lungs/throat started to burn. It instantly left a foul metalic taste on my lips, in my nose and throat. I literally felt like I was going to pass out. If this had happened in the summer and I had my windows open, I would have had to evacuate my home. There’s  been heavy emissions all day and the wind is visibly carrying the smog across the river into my neighborhood.  This has been happening a lot over the past few months but I haven’t had the time to file a complaint. It’s also unusual because the odor is normally not this bad in the winter.”

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, your Emsworth photographs were reviewed for VE and your complaints were discussed. ACHD representatives followed-up the next day and scheduled an onsite meeting with Metalico’s upper management, Wednesday morning, 1/11/2023. Tuesday 1/10/23, ACHD representatives investigated both sides of the river for “Odor” and for “Visible / Fugitive Emissions”. ACHD Air Quality Representatives followed-up and discussed all complaints with Metalico, your photographs were reviewed and discussed during our onsite meeting. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality. JRB”

January 9, 2023 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:45 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust raised at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H348892-011223)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was dust raised by machinery operating within the open building along the Ohio River. The dust is pushed across the river as can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 1/12/23 FE “Dust” complaint, H348892-011223, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 1/9/23, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

December 29, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H347312-010223)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a burst of opaque smoke come from the shredder on site and blow north across the Ohio River and into a residential area. Though the sun is not in the ideal place, excessive smoke emissions can still be distinguished from steam in the camera evidence below.

December 28, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H347155-122922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period of excessive opaque smoke emissions from approximately 11:45 a.m. until 1:45 p.m. During the time noted, multiple bursts of smoke can be seen separating from the plume, floating both across the Ohio River and to the southeast. In total, during the time noted, there is approximately 40 minutes worth of visible opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder. Four examples of emissions can be seen in the clips below.

ACHD Response: “... thank you for using GovQA, we received your four attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 12/29/22 VE / FE complaint, H347155-122922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 12/28/22. ACHD representatives were onsite earlier in the day, 12/28/22, and did not see what was depicted by the ACCAN camera attachments, taken from the Emsworth side of the river, while they were onsite. VE readings cannot be read or determined during that time of day (11:45 – 13:45 hrs.), especially from the ACCAN camera lens. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

December 22, 2022

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:35- 9:50 a.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H346690-122622)

Description: I was observing Metalico from a location in Emsworth across the river from about 9:35-9:50 a.m. on Thursday, December 22nd.  The sky was overcast.  During that time I observed what appeared to be smoke emissions separating from the plume coming from the shredder.  This may have been condensed water vapor given the temperature but I am sending  along  for your evaluation. The attached photos seem to show such a definitive separation from the plume that I suspect was smoke emissions that were separating.

ACHD Response:  “....thank you for using GovQA, your three (3) still photographs of the Metalico operations taken while you were onsite in Emsworth, 12/22/22, were reviewed for VE and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group. We agree with your interpretation of the plumes in your photographs, what we viewed in your photographs is a good example of steam (water vapor), even in the separation of the plumes.  Thank you again for using GovQA and for the real-time photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river, ACHD Air Quality.

December 21, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H346668-122322)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com excessive opaque smoke emissions came from the shredder on site in the afternoon for approximately twenty-five minutes of the time referenced. Though the angle of the sun is not ideal, smoke can still be seen separating from the plume and crossing the property line to the north and north west as seen in the two examples below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four early morning attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 12/23/22 VE / FE complaint, H346666-122322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 12/21/22. The complaint has been reviewed and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group, given the temperature and what we viewed in the attachments from the ACCAN camera, it’s our belief that it’s nothing but steam (water vapor), even in the separation of the plumes. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

December 21, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H346666-122322)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com multiple bursts of opaque smoke emissions came from the shredder on site. Though some of these operations occurred before sunrise, smoke can be seen separating from the plume and crossing the property line for over half of the hour-long time referenced. Below are four examples of the emissions seen, primarily traveling southeast.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four early morning attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 12/23/22 VE / FE complaint, H346666-122322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 12/21/22. The complaint has been reviewed and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group, given the temperature and what we viewed in the attachments from the ACCAN camera, it’s our belief that it’s nothing but steam (water vapor), even in the separation of the plumes. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

December 16, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H346102-121922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com heavy opaque bursts of smoke came from the shredder consistently through the early afternoon. As seen in the two pieces camera evidence below smoke crosses the property line on site often and it is overcast throughout the day.

December 16, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H346100-121922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site during the noted morning hours. As smoke is seen separating from the plume it often crosses the property line on site as seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

December 16, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H346095-121922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site were heavy and sustained during the morning hours. Smoke often crosses the site’s property line when separating from the plume as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

December 14, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H345950-121622)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was dust visible in the air for a twenty minute long period around 9:00 a.m. Multiple vehicles and pieces of machinery can be seen raising the dust at the side of Metalico’s site, potentially pushing dust across the property line as can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...Thank you for using GovQA, we received your complaints and multiple attachments from 12/14/2022 from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 12/14/2022 VE, FE, and dust complaint, complaint numbers (H345950-121622) and (H345943-121322). The complaint has been reviewed, recorded, and shared with Metalico. Follow up inspections will be conducted as the Neville Island is monitored multiple times weekly by ACHD. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.

DZ”

December 13, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H345949-121622)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com excessive smoke emissions came from the shredder in sporadic bursts throughout the hour and a half long period from 7:00 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. The emissions are opaque and it is overcast during the time noted as can be seen in the piece of camera evidence below.

November 23, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H343223-112522)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of smoke that came from the shredder on site throughout the afternoon. Opaque smoke blows both upstream and downstream when separating from the plume as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/25/22 VE / FE complaint, H343223-112522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/23/22, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 23, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H343222-112522)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com bursts of opaque smoke came from the shredder for extensive periods of time in the morning hours. Smoke can often be seen crossing the property line on site in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/25/22 VE / FE complaint, H343222-112522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/23/22, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 22, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H343138-112322)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of opaque smoke emissions that came from the shredder on site throughout the day. Smoke emissions can be seen occasionally crossing the site’s property line after separating from the plume in pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/23/22 VE / FE complaint, H343138-112322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/22/22, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 21, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H343137-112322)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com dust was continuously raised by machinery loading the barge from approximately 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. most of which is pushed across the river and into a residential neighborhood. Later in the afternoon dust can also be seen being raised by machinery and throughout the day there does not seem to be a water truck operating. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing the dust raised during the time noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/23/22 DUST complaint, H343137-112322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/21/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed, unfortunately with the sun and reflection off the river, the shots were drowned out. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 21, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:20 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H343136-112322)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com dust was raised continuously between approximately 10:20 a.m. until after 12:00 p.m. by machinery loading a barge. The dust is pushed across the river and into the residential community and the piles of material from which they were loading were not being wet down. Below are four examples of the dust raised during the time noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/23/22 DUST complaint, H343136-112322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/21/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed, this view is basically the same view as seen in your H343135-112322 complaint. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 21, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H343135-112322)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period in the morning hours in which multiple opaque bursts of smoke came from the shredder on site. Smoke can be seen separating from the plume and occasionally crossing the property line on site in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/23/22 VE complaint, H343135-112322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/21/22. What ACHD reviewed, seemed to be dust and not opacity VE as reported. This complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico, thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 16, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H342536-111822)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was an hour and a half long period during which multiple bursts of opaque smoke came from the shredder at Metalico. Through the time mentioned it is overcast and smoke can be seen separating from the plume and crossing the property line for the site as seen in the camera evidence on site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/18/22 VE / FE complaint, H342536-111822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/16/22, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 10, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341498-111122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were numerous bursts of opaque smoke emissions that came from the shredder on site throughout the morning hours. Smoke can be seen separating from the plume and often crossing the property line on site in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/11/22 VE / FE complaint, H341498-111022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/10/22, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 10, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341495-111122)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds of various sizes raised consistently throughout the morning hours and little to nothing was done to control the dust. Dust clouds are created primarily by machinery operating on site and it can occasionally be seen crossing the property line as visible in the four pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/11/22 DUST complaint, H341495-111122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/10/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 9, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341494-111122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised by machinery operating on site, the water truck, and the wind. Below are three pieces of camera evidence showing dust being raised and occasionally crossing the property line on site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/11/22 DUST complaint, H341494-111122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/09/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 8, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341471-111022)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com dust clouds were raised throughout the afternoon. Little was done to control the dust as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/10/22 DUST complaint, H341471-111022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/08/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 8, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341461-111022)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were numerous dust clouds raised by various pieces of machinery operating on site throughout the morning hours. Below are three pieces of camera evidence as examples of the dust seen during the time noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/10/22 DUST complaint, H341461-111022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/08/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 7, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341452-111022)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds of various sizes raised by machinery operating on site and very little was done to control the dust. Below are two examples of the dust seen during the period noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/10/22 DUST complaint, H341452-111022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/07/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 7, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H341437-111022)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a ninety minute period in which multiple bursts of opaque smoke emissions can be seen coming from the shredder on site. The opacity of the emissions varies but smoke can be seen separating from the plume and often crossing the property line in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/10/22 VE / FE complaint, H341437-111022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 11/07/22, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

November 4, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:26 p.m. - ongoing

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive odor and emissions from Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number:)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident “Continuous/ongoing since last complaint. Extremely overpowering odor of hot plastics/wiring/metal and even heavier emission clouds that can visibly be seen  crossing the river heading into Emsworth with the wind.

Odor is so overwhelming that it’s leaving a dirty metalic taste on my lips as I try to rake the leaves in my yard. Today is my only free day to get yard work done and AGAIN, the filth from Metalico is forcing me, (and my neighbors), out of my own yard.”

November 4, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:05 p.m. - ongoing

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive odor and emissions from Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes, by resident (Reference Number: H340593-110422)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident “Heavy odor (burning/melting hot plastics, wires, etc.) and opaque emissions coming from the shredder at Metalico. The odor has lasted now for a solid 10 min. and is making it difficult to work in my yard without wheezing. Also causing a severe headache.”

November 4, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H340980-110722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of opaque smoke emissions that came from the shredder on site during the morning hours. Smoke can be seen separating from the plume and often crossing the property line for the site in the four pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/07/22 VE / FE complaint, H340980-110722, and reviewed the time stamp on the four attachments dated 11/04/22. ACHD reviewed the attachments for VE, it was determined that the majority of what was represented in the attachments was mainly steam. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 31, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H340383-110322)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of smoke seen separating from the plume coming from the shredder on site. As can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below, the smoke emissions often cross the site’s property line and it is generally overcast throughout the day.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 11/03/22 VE / FE complaint, H340383-110322, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 10/31/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 25, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H339187-102622)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds raised on site throughout the afternoon by machinery, the water truck, and the wind. In the camera evidence below dust is visible being pushed toward the river and the water truck is not seen intervening on several occasions.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/26/22 DUST complaint, H339187-102622, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 10/25/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 24, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H339177-102622)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple dust clouds raised by machinery operating on site. Dust can be seen crossing the property line and on occasions when scrap is being loaded onto trucks there is little to no intervention from the water truck.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/26/22 DUST complaint, H339177-102622, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 10/24/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 21, 2022 - Complaint #4

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 5:55 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338755-102422)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was an odd colored plume of smoke emissions that rose from the shredder just prior to 6 p.m. The burst of smoke emissions can be seen crossing the property line in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/24/22 VE / FE complaint, H338755-102422, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 10/21/22 at 6:00 PM, the complaint has been reviewed and shared with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 21, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338754-102422)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were opaque bursts of smoke that came from the shredder during the afternoon hours. In the two pieces of camera evidence seen below one can see the opacity of the smoke emissions varies and smoke occasionally crosses the site’s property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/24/22 VE / FE complaint, H338754-102422, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 10/21/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 21, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338748-102422)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com various pieces of machinery, the water truck and the wind all raised dust clouds on site throughout the day. The dust often crosses the river as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/24/22 DUST complaint, H338748-102422, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 10/21/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 21, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338745-102422)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed multiple bursts of smoke, which varied in opacity, coming from the shredder on site through the morning hours, much of which was overcast. Often the opaque smoke emissions cross the site's property line as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “... thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/24/22 VE / FE complaint, H338745-102422, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 10/21/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 20, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338609-102122)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised by machinery operating on site both outside and seemingly from within the main structure along the riverbank. The dust that is raised is carried across the river and into a residential neighborhood as can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/21/22 DUST complaint, H338609-102122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 10/20/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 18, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338415-102022)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised on site by various pieces of machinery and the water truck. Dust crosses the property line in the camera evidence seen below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/20/22 DUST complaint, H338415-102022, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 10/18/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 17, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338409-102022)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised on site by multiple pieces of machinery, the water truck and the wind throughout the afternoon. One several occasions dust crosses the property line, as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/20/22 DUST complaint, H338409-102022, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 10/17/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 17, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H338274-101922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised by various pieces of machinery, the water truck, and the wind operating on site during the morning operating hours. Dust can often be seen crossing the property line in the four pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/19/22 DUST complaint, H338274-101922, and reviewed the time stamp on the four attachments dated 10/17/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 15, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337835-101722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds raised by both machinery and the water truck operating on site. As can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below dust also crosses the property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/17/22 DUST complaint, H337835-101722, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 10/15/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 14, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337832-101722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised on site throughout the afternoon hours. Dust clouds were raised by machinery operating within one of Metalico’s main structures along the Ohio River, as can be seen in one of the examples below. Dust was also raised by other pieces of machinery operating on site, the water truck, and heavy gusts of wind. On several occasions the dust can be seen crossing the property line on site. Below are three pieces of evidence showing the varying incidents in which dust was raised.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/17/22 DUST complaint, H337832-101722, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 10/14/22. ACHD reviewed the attachments showing Metalico operating equipment and machinery along the Ohio River, as well as them operating inside their open face building, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 12, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337637-101422)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several large dust clouds raised by both machinery and the water truck operating on site. Below is a piece of camera evidence showing dust raised during the time frame noted.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/14/22 DUST complaint, H337637-101422, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 10/12/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 12, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337626-101422)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period over two hours in the morning while machinery was loading the barge and there does not seem to be a water truck watering the pile to keep dust from being raised. Below are pieces of camera evidence from near the beginning and end of the incident.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/14/22 DUST complaint, H337626-101422, and reviewed the time stamp on the two attachments dated 10/12/22, when Metalico was loading the barge, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 11, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337283-101222)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of opaque smoke come from the shredder on site through the 2 p.m. hour. As can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below some of the smoke emitted from the shredder is visible crossing the property line on site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/12/22 VE / FE complaint, H337283-101222, and reviewed the time stamp on the three attachments dated 10/11/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 11, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337279-101222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several dust clouds of various sizes raised on site through the 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. hours, many of which crossed the site’s property line. Below are multiple pieces of camera evidence showing dust being raised by both machinery and the water truck operating on site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your four attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/12/22 DUST complaint, H337279-101222, and reviewed the time stamp on the four attachments dated 10/11/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 11, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:05 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337273-101222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a dust cloud raised on site by either the machinery or the water truck. Below is a piece of camera evidence of the incident.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/12/22 DUST complaint, H337273-101222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 10/11/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 10, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:15 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337271-101222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised by both machinery and the water truck operating on site. Below is camera evidence of the incident.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/12/22 DUST complaint, H337271-101222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 10/10/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 10, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H337267-101222)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of opaque smoke come from the shredder on site through the morning hours. The opacity of the smoke emissions vary but they consistently occur throughout this several hour period. Below are two pieces of camera evidence, one from the 8 a.m. hour and one from the 11 a.m. hour, as examples of some of the smoke emissions seen.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/12/22 VE / FE complaint, H337267-101222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 10/10/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 7, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H336893-101122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed multiple bursts of opaque smoke that came from the shredder on site, some of which is visible crossing the site’s property line. Below is camera evidence showing the bursts of smoke from the shredder.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/11/22 VE / FE complaint, H336893-101122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 10/07/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality ”

October 7, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number:H336753-100722)

Description:  I observed Metalico from across the river  in Emsworth.  During the time I was there, the sky was overcast and the shredder at Metalico was producing excessive smoke emissions. The photos below show examples of these emissions.

ACHD Response:    “Angelo, thank you for using GovQA, we received your six still photograph attachments taken from the Emsworth location. ACHD reviewed your 10/07/22 complaint, H336753-100722, and reviewed your comments regarding “VE” visible emissions. The photographs were reviewed and noted that the stills were uploaded 10/07/22. The photographs were discussed with Metalico prior to completing and closing this complaint. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 6, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H336791-100822)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were bursts of opaque smoke emissions that came from the shredder on site throughout the day. Two examples of such emissions can be seen below in the camera evidence, some of which crosses the property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/08/22 VE / FE complaint, H336791-100822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 10/06/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

October 5, 2022 – Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:40 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H336771-100722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised by both the water truck and machinery operating on site. The dust that is raised seems to go across the river into a residential neighborhood as can be seen by the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/07/22 DUST complaint, H336771-100722, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 10/05/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

October 5, 2022 – Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:15 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H336790-100822)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com smoke emissions came from the shredder on site throughout the day with a particularly heavy period from approximately 12:15 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. The opacity of the bursts of smoke vary and much of them are visible crossing the property line. Below are two pieces of camera evidence of the beginning and end of the time frame referenced.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 10/08/22 VE / FE complaint, H336790-100822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 10/05/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality”

September 29, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:20 a.m. - 10:30 a.m

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H335757-093022)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period in which excessive opaque smoke emissions came from the shredder on site. Through the time mentioned it was overcast as can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/30/22 VE / FE complaint, H335757-093022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 9/29/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 26, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H335620-092922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised on multiple occasions throughout the day. Dust crosses the property line by both machinery and the water truck operating on site as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/29/22 DUST complaint, H335620-092922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/26/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 21, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H334838-092322)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple bursts of opaque smoke that came from the shredder on site during the period noted. It was overcast through much of the day and below are two pieces of camera evidence as examples of the smoke emissions seen during the time referenced.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/23/22 VE / FE complaint, H334838-092322, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/21/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 15, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H333714-091622)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple small dust clouds raised by operations on site through the late morning and early afternoon. While not all of the dust clouds were significant a few larger dust clouds were also raised during the time frame. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing dust being raised by various machinery and a vehicle that seems to be a water truck.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/16/22 dust complaint, H333714-091622, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/15/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 14, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:10 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H333707-091622)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a dust cloud raised by machinery and a vehicle, which appears to be a water truck, operating on site. Below is camera evidence that shows dust being raised by machinery before the truck also raises dust.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/16/22 dust complaint, H333707-091622, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 9/14/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 8, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H332665-090922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised by machinery operating on site in the early 6 p.m. hour and there was little done to control the dust clouds. Below is camera evidence displaying some of the dust raised during the event.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/09/22 dust complaint, H332665-090922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/08/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 8, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H332601-090922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised by vehicles and machinery operating on site through the day, especially the afternoon. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing the dust raised in the time referenced and the action, or lack of action, taken to control the dust.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/09/22 dust complaint, H332601-090922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/09/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 8, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:10 a.m. - 11:20 a.m

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H332595-090922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several large bursts of smoke that vary in opacity that came from the shredder on site and blew southeast across Metalico’s property line. Below is camera evidence of the incident.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/09/22 VE / FE complaint, H332595-090922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 9/08/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 2, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H331665-090522)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple dust clouds raised throughout the day from various pieces of machinery operating on site. The dust that is raised is often visible beyond the property line and little to nothing is often done to diminish or control the dust emissions. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing some of the dust that was raised.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/05/22 dust complaint, H331665-090522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/02/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

September 1, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:40 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H331607-090222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were dust clouds raised by the water truck operating on site. Though the vehicle's purpose is to water-down piles to prevent dust from being raised by the site's operations, it nonetheless raises dust while operating. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing the operation and dust clouds raised.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/02/22 dust complaint, H331607-090222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 9/01/22. I do want to remind you that the enhanced speed of the ACCAN Camera is not true video and doesn’t capture the true extent of what is being reviewed in real time. The vehicle that you reported as creating the dust, is the water truck doing its job, please review the speed of the vehicle (water truck) in your attachment as the vehicle travels from one side of the facility to the other side. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

        ACCAN Response: “Hello and thank you for the response. The speed of the water truck is not what the complaint is about and furthermore the enhanced speed of the camera simply speeds up what one is viewing and does not change the intensity of what is being viewed.  Just as the waves from passing boats in the camera evidence is sped-up and not intensified, so the same can be said about smoke and dust. The speed of the camera does not change the density or intensity of dust and smoke, just the amount of time it is being viewed. The resident who lives with this camera has reiterated that this matches their lived experience. Furthermore, though the water truck may be doing its job that does not preclude it from also raising dust which can be a violation. The CREATE Lab camera system takes a still photograph every five seconds that is then stitched together to create what one views.  The same description is used by the EPA in their Notice of Violation in October 2021. This is why I consistently reference this as "camera evidence" and not "video evidence" in the complaints I submit. Additionally, if it is preferred, in the future I will send individual still shots of dust or smoke to accompany the camera evidence submitted. ”

September 1, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H331601-090222)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several very large bursts of opaque smoke emissions that came from the shredder for almost fifteen minutes straight. Heavier smoke emissions were seen at multiple points throughout the day as well and in the noted incident the smoke blew southeast and was visible across Metalico’s property line. Below is the camera evidence showing the emissions that came from the metal shredder.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/02/22 VE / FE complaint, H331601-090222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 9/01/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 31, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. and 1:40 p.m

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H331596-090222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were several times throughout the day when significant dust clouds were raised by machinery, as well as the water truck, operating on site. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing the dust that was raised through the early afternoon and the dust crossing Metalico’s property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 9/02/22 dust complaint, H331596-090222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 8/31/22. I do want to remind you that the enhanced speed of the ACCAN Camera is not true video and doesn’t capture the true extent of what is being reviewed in real time, please review the speed of the passing boat in your attachment. Also, one of the vehicles that you reported as creating the dust, is the water truck doing its job, please review the speed of the vehicle (water truck) in your attachment as the vehicle travels from one side of the facility to the other side. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 30, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H331197-083122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were excessive emissions from the shredder throughout the day, including during the 8 a.m. hour as well as the period from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. during which opaque smoke emissions came from the shredder for approximately fifteen minutes. Similar smoke emissions were seen coming from the shredder at approximately 12:00 p.m. as well. It is overcast through the time referenced and emissions blow both southeast as can be seen in the three pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/31/22 dust complaint, H331197-083122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 8/30/22. After reviewing the attachments, we see dust at first and we see the water truck coming through and watering. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 29, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H331175-083122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com, dust was raised by machinery operating on site and was carried southeast. Below is camera evidence showing the event.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/31/22 dust complaint, H331175-083122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/29/22. After reviewing the attachment, we see dust, for a short period of time, on the Neville Metals side of the facility. The dust complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 26, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H330838-082922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period in which dust clouds were raised on site due to inaction in wetting the piles as trucks were being loaded. Below are two pieces of camera evidence showing the dust raised during the noted time.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/29/22 dust complaint, H330838-082922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 8/26/22. After reviewing the attachments, we see dust at first and we see the water truck coming through and parked at the dock area. The dust complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 24, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H330355-082522)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were two incidents of excessive smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site – once at approximately 11:00 a.m. and yet again just after 12:00 p.m. The latter incident seems to have blown smoke across the river and into the residential neighborhood. Both incidents can be seen be captured on camera below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/25/22 VE / FE complaint, H330355-082522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 8/24/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 24, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised and smoke emissions from the shredder on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H330350-082522)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a large dust cloud raised by a vehicle operating on site. The vehicle seems to be a water truck but it raised dust while driving through the site nonetheless. Below is camera evidence showing the event.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/25/22 dust complaint, H330350-082522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/24/22. After reviewing the attachment, we see dust at first and we see the water truck coming through watering the facility. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 22, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H330346-082522)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a 45-minute period during which there was approximately 20 minutes of excessive smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site. It was overcast during the time noted and emissions primarily blew east and southeast. Below is camera evidence of emissions seen during the time.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/25/22 VE complaint, H330346-082522, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 8/22/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 19, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H329514-082222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was an extended period in which dust clouds were raised by various pieces of machinery and vehicles operating on site and there was little done to control the dust being raised – ​​the pile from which the truck was being loaded was not wetted down. Below are three pieces of camera evidence showing the dust clouds seen coming from Metalico during the time.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/22/22 dust complaint, H329514-082222, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 8/19/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 18, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H329269-081922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a one hour period in which multiple dust clouds were raised by machinery operating on site and little to nothing was done to wet down the pile(s) from which the dust came. Below are three examples of the dust clouds seen coming from Metalico during the time.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/19/22 dust complaint, H329269-081922, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 8/18/22, the complaint has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 16, 2022 - Complaint #4

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H328947-081822)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a large opaque burst of smoke that came from the metal shredder on site at approximately 2:45 p.m. It is overcast during the time referenced and the smoke blows northwest, potentially across Metalico’s property line. Camera evidence of the incident can be seen below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/18/22 VE/FE complaint, H328947-081822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/16/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 16, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:50 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H328941-081822)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed two dust clouds raised by machinery and vehicles on site at approximately 1:50 p.m. and again at 1:54 p.m. It is overcast during the time and the dust blows across the river, north and northwest. The dust clouds can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “... thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/18/22 dust complaint, H328941-081822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/16/22. After reviewing the attachment, we see dust at first and we see the water truck coming through watering on the shredder side. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 16, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H328937-081822)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a thirty minute period that contained approximately twelve minutes of opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site. During this time it is mostly overcast and the smoke blows northwest, potentially across Metalico’s property line. Three pieces of camera evidence showing the event can be seen below.

ACHD Reponse: “... thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/18/22 VE/FE complaint, H328937-081822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/16/22, the compliant has been reviewed. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 16, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:50 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H328924-081822)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a large dust cloud raised by a vehicle on site at approximately 7:50 a.m. The dust blew north and northwest across the river. The event can be seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/18/22 dust complaint, H328924-081822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/16/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 15, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H328914-081822)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a ten minute period in which multiple dust clouds were raised by various pieces of machinery on both sides of Metalico’s site along the Ohio River. Below is camera evidence showing the event.

ACHD Response: “thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/18/22 dust complaint, H328914-081822, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/15/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 12, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H328218-081522)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were numerous dust clouds raised on site. Through the two hour period referenced, multiple clouds were raised by activity on site, as can be seen in the two pieces of camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/15/22 dust complaint, H328218-081522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 8/12/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 10, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H327959-081222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed excessive amounts of dust being raised on site, especially between approximately 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Though the water truck is operating during the time noted, it is stationary, applying water to one spot. An example of the dust is seen in the camera evidence below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/12/22 DUST complaint, H327959-081222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/10/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 9, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H327687-081122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a period of excessive opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site. Through the time of the incident it was overcast and the visible smoke blew southeast. Below is an example of the emissions seen during this time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/11/22 complaint, H327687-081122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/09/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 3, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H327071-080522)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed dust being created by various vehicles on site throughout the day. During the period seen on camera below, dust is raised by multiple vehicles going both upstream and downstream from the site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/05/22 dust complaint, H327071-080522, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 8/03/22. After reviewing the attachment, we see dust at first and we see the water truck following. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

August 1, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:20 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H326745-080322)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a large opaque burst of smoke rise from the shredder on site. It is overcast through the event and there is also a spike in an air quality monitor in Emsworth that occurs simultaneously.  

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera and the snapshot from the Emsworth monitor. ACHD reviewed your 8/03/22 complaint, H326745-080322, and reviewed the time stamp on the ACCAN attachment dated 8/01/22, as well as the snapshot data from the Emsworth monitor. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 29, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H326437-080122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed a two hour period of excessive emissions coming from the shredder on site. During the time noted, it is often overcast and the opacity of smoke emissions vary. On a few occasions the emissions seem to cross the site’s property line as can be seen in the three examples below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 8/01/22 complaint, H326437-080122, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 7/29/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 27, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: ​​H326077-072922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there was a period of excessive emissions in which smoke from the shredder on site crossed the property line blowing northwest. The day was overcast as can be seen in the example below of emissions during the noted time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/29/22 complaint, H326077-072922, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 7/27/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 26, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H325770-072722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed a period in which multiple dust clouds were raised on site. During the time it is mostly overcast and the dust clouds blow northwest. Below are two examples of the dust clouds seen.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/27/22 dust complaint, H325770-072722, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 7/26/22. I do want to remind you that the enhanced speed of the ACCAN Camera is not true video and doesn’t capture the true extent of what is being reviewed in real time, please review the speed of the passing boat in your attachment. Also, the vehicle that you reported as creating the dust, is the water truck doing its job, please review the speed of the vehicle (water truck) in your attachment as the vehicle travels from one side of the facility to the other side. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

 

July 21, 2022

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: In person from camera across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H324928-072122)

Description: I observed Metalico in person from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.  The shredder was running and often producing visible smoke emissions as shown in the photos below.  The wind was blowing into Emsworth for much of the time and there was an industrial smell blowing from Metalico.  It irritated my throat so much that I had to put on a mask.

ACHD Response:  Angelo, thank you for using GovQA, we received your five still photograph attachments taken from the Emsworth location. ACHD reviewed your 7/21/22 complaint, H324928-072122, and reviewed your comments regarding odor, as well as VE/FE. The photographs were reviewed and noted that the stills were uploaded 7/21/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.

July 20, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H325052-072222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed heavy smoke emissions through the 12 p.m. hour with approximately fourteen minutes of opaque smoke seen coming from the shredder during the time. Below is an example of the emissions seen during the time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/22/22 complaint, H325052-072222, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 7/20/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 20, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H325051-072222)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observe opaque smoke emissions from the shredder on site throughout the majority of the day with fourteen minutes of opaque smoke emissions during the 8 a.m. hour, twenty-seven minutes during the 9 a.m. hour and twenty-one minutes during the 10 a.m. hour. The heavy smoke emissions from the shredder during the late 10 a.m. and early 11 a.m. hour align with a spike in the PM 2.5 data from the Emsworth RAMP monitor. Below are three examples of the emissions seen during this time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera and the monitor snapshot. ACHD reviewed your 7/22/22 complaint, H325051-072222, and reviewed the time stamp on the ACCAN attachments dated 7/20/22, as well as the snapshot of the monitor. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 19, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:45 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H324691-072022)

Description: When watching Metalico at accancamera.com I observed a burst of opaque smoke emissions that came from the shredder beginning at approximately 8:45 a.m. The emissions blew to the southeast. Below is camera evidence of the incident.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/20/22 complaint, H324691-072022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 7/19/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 18, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 4:55 p.m. and 6:10 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H324687-072022)

Description: When watching Metalico on accancamera.com I observed two separate bursts of opaque smoke emissions seemingly coming from the shredder on site. These bursts occurred after normal operating hours, while there was very little activity on site, and while it was overcast. Below are the two bursts observed.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/20/22 complaint, H324687-072022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 7/18/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 18, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H324680-072022)

Description: When watching Metalico on accancamera.com I observed a period of excessive opaque smoke emissions from the shredder on site. Through the one hour period there was a minimum of twenty-three minutes of smoke emissions. The observation was made while it was overcast and below are two examples of the emissions seen during this time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/20/22 complaint, H324680-072022, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 7/18/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 15, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:30 a.m. (and throughout the day)

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H324316-071822)

Description: Throughout the day as Metalico operated vehicles moving scrap, there was little to nothing done by water trucks on site to keep dust from being raised by activity. This can be seen at many points through the day, both in the morning and afternoon. One example from the morning hours is below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/18/22 dust complaint, H324316-071822, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 7/15/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 12, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:40 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds raised on site at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H323823-071422)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a period where several dust clouds were raised due to operations on the southeast side of the site. Below are two examples of the dust raised during this period.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/14/22 dust complaint, H323823-071422, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 7/12/22. After reviewing the attachments, we see dust at first and we see the water truck coming through. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 12, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H323816-071422)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed an extended period, for some of which it was overcast, when multiple bursts of opaque smoke rose from the shredder on site. Through the 7 a.m. hour four bursts of smoke produced approximately twelve minutes of smoke emissions and through the 8 a.m. hour six bursts also produced approximately twelve minutes of emissions. Below are three examples of the smoke emissions seen during this period.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/14/22 complaint, H323816-071422, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachments dated 7/12/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

July 5, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 7:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H322568-070622)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a thirty minute period during which there was over twenty minutes of opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site. Through the time referenced it is overcast and the majority of emissions flow northwest, some of which seems to cross Metalico’s property line. Below are three examples of the emissions seen during this time.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your three attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/06/22 VE complaint, H322568-070622, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 7/05/22, the compliant has been reviewed and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 29, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H322169-070122)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed a thirty-minute period of almost continuous light opaque smoke emissions rising from the shredder on site. In the thirty-minute period there are approximately twenty-minutes of smoke emissions coming from the shredder. Below are two examples of the emissions from this time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 7/01/22 VE/FE complaint, H322169-070122, and reviewed the time stamps on the two attachments dated 6/29/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 28, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:55 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds from Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H321707-062922)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed dust clouds being raised on site though the water truck seemed to be operating. Below is an example of a dust cloud being raised on the east side of the site and extending over Metalico’s property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 6/29/22 dust complaint, H321707-062922, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 6/28/22. We see the dust that you were referring to, the water truck on the Neville Metal side may have kicked up the dust while it was watering the Neville Metal side, thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 28, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H321700-062922)

Description: When watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I observed an extended period of excessive smoke emissions from the shredder on site. Through the nine o’clock hour there was approximately 20 minutes of opaque smoke emissions and through the ten o’clock hour there was approximately 17 minutes of smoke emissions. Below are a few examples of the type of emissions seen through this period.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 6/29/22 VE/FE complaint, H321700-062922, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 6/28/22, thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 23, 2022

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Very excessive smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H320845-062322)

Description: I observed Metalico in person from across the river in Emsworth from about 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. this morning.  During that time the shredder was operating and producing some smoke emissions.  From about 9:58 - 10:00 a.m. the shredder produced extremely heavy smoke emissions.  I have been certified as a smoke reader in the past and know the difference between steam and smoke.  As you can see in the photos below, the smoke at times shows a clear separation from the plume and is, at times, 100% opaque.

ACHD Response (received on 8/4/22):  Angelo, thank you for using GovQA, we received your eight still photograph attachments taken from the Emsworth location. ACHD reviewed your 6/23/22 complaint, H320845-062322, and reviewed your comments regarding “VE” visible emissions. The photographs were reviewed and noted that the stills were uploaded 6/23/22. The photographs were discussed with Metalico prior to completing and closing this complaint. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.

June 22, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H321249-062722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera at accancamera.com I witnessed a period of excessive emissions from approximately 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. during which there was at least seventeen minutes of opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site. The emissions later in the hour also correlate with a spike in the PM 2.5 readings at the Emsworth ramp monitor. Below is an image of the data correlating with the spike and a video showing the type of smoke emissions seen during the time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera and the data from the Emsworth PM monitor. ACHD reviewed your 6/27/22 complaint, H321249-062722, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 6/22/22, thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 20, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Dust clouds from Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H320757-062322)

Description: While watching Metalico on video at accancamera.com I observed dust being raised on site throughout the day despite the water truck operating. Dust is raised on different parts of the site, both to the west and east of the shredder and is visible beyond Metalico’s property line. Below are two examples of the variety of dust clouds raised through the 2:00 p.m. hour.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your two attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 6/23/22 dust complaint, H320757-062322, and reviewed the time stamps on the two attachments dated 6/20/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 20, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H320749-062322)

Description: While watching Metalico on video at accancamera.com I observed an extended period of sustained smoke emissions coming from the shredder on site. Through the hour, from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. there are more than ten minutes of opaque smoke emissions coming from multiple bursts of smoke. It is overcast throughout the period observed and below is an example of emissions seen from 2:51 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 6/23/22 VE / FE complaint, H320749-062322, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 6/20/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 20, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:50 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H320746-062322)

Description: While watching Metalico on accancamera.com I observed an odd colored plume of smoke come from the shredder on site from approximately 10:51 a.m. to 10:54 a.m. This plume was observed while it was overcast and the smoke blew southeast.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, ACHD reviewed your 6/23/22 complaint, H320746-062322, your complaint states that you observed an odd colored plume while watching the ACCAN camera 6/20/22. ACHD reviewed the 6/20/22 attachment and the timestamp, the attachment was discussed with Metalico prior to completing and closing this complaint. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 14, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H319962-061822)

Description: While watching Metalico on accancamera.com I observed an extended period of heavy opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m while it was overcast. Below is an example of the smoke emissions blowing southeast potentially across Metalico’s property line.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 6/18/22 VE / FE complaint, H319962-061822, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 6/14/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

June 6, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:00 a.m. (Ongoing)

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth by resident

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions and heavy odors from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H317954-060622)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident, “Cream colored emissions coming from the shredder and lingering around the shredder for extended periods of time. Smells like burning piles of plastics/metal/rubber. The smell is overwhelming and overpowering today. I had to stop working in my yard because it’s so bad that you can’t be outside continually breathing it in. Causing headache, nausea, and leaves an acrid metalic taste on your lips and in your nose. My neighbor had to bring her kids inside the house because the smell is so strong.  (It’s interesting that there was zero smell this weekend when they weren’t operating) The wind is blowing today and it’s pushing all that toxic air into my neighborhood. Again, Metalico is directly impacting my community’s daily activities in an extreme and negative way. Why are they allowed to continually … all over our rights and be the neighbor from hell? None of the other businesses on Neville Island impact us to the point where we have to literally stop our daily   activities and hide inside our homes until the smell goes away. Why should we be forced to rearrange our lives for this filthy, irresponsible, polluter-business who can’t seem to get their shit together to mitigate the mess they create daily? What if it was your kid who you had to drag inside because the odor is too toxic to breathe?”

June 2, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H317772-060422)

Description: When watching Metalico on video at accancamera.com there were frequent bursts of opaque smoke from the shredder on site. Through the 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. hours there were approximately twelve minutes per hour of opaque smoke emissions and through the 11:00 a.m. hour there were almost twenty minutes of heavy smoke emissions and it was overcast the majority of the day. Below is camera evidence displaying what these emissions look like.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 6/04/22 complaint,H317772-060422, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 6/02/22.Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 26, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:33 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Bursts of opaque smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H316805-052722)

Description:  I observed the operation of Metalico’s shredder in person from across the river in Emsworth.  During this time I saw the shredder produce several bursts of opaque smoke emissions as shown in the photos below.  Some of these emissions drifted toward the property line.

ACHD Responses: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your complaint and the four (4) photograph attachments taken from the Emsworth’s side of the river. ACHD reviewed your 5/27/22 complaint, H316805-052722, and reviewed the four (4) photograph attachments for VE. The photographs that were reviewed by ACHD, were dated 5/26/22, it would be helpful if the photographs had an actual time stamp. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

“Thank you for your response.  On my computer, I can see a timestamp.  When I bring up a photo,                 there is an “i” symbol in the top right side of the photo that includes file information, including a time                 stamp.  Using the last digit of each photo, the respective times are: (1)  9:36 a.m.; (2) 9:59 a.m. (3) 9:46         a.m.; and (4)  9:46 a.m.”

May 26, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H316776-052722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera from accancamera.com I observed several heavy periods of opaque smoke emissions from the shredder on site from approximately 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Below are two examples of bursts of smoke emissions that occurred during this time frame.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/27/22 complaint, H316776-052722, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 5/26/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 25, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 8:45 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H316761-052722)

Description: While watching Metalico on camera from accancamera.com there were excessive opaque smoke emissions coming from the shredder. The smoke from the shredder seems to blow across the property line and into residential areas. There were many bursts of smoke that occurred during the morning hours and below is an example of one of the heavier periods of emissions.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/27/22 complaint, H316761-052722, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 5/25/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 23, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy and consistent emissions from the shredder at Metalico throughout the day

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H316338-052522)

Description: When viewing Metalico on camera at accancamera.com there were multiple periods of heavy opaque emissions throughout the day. Below is an example of excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico from 9:02 a.m. to 9:06 a.m. Though this is an example of a heavier burst of smoke, throughout the hour, and much of the day, lighter smoke emissions were visible and sustained.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/25/22 complaint, H316338-052522, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 5/23/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 20, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy and consistent emissions from the shredder at Metalico throughout the day

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H316074-052422)

Description: When viewing Metalico on camera from accancamera.com there were excessive emissions throughout the day, particularly during the 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. hours. Through many of the hours it was fairly overcast and the opaque smoke emissions were both heavy and sustained. During the 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. hours there were at least five bursts of smoke during each respective hour that add up to at least fifteen minutes per hour of heavy smoke emissions. During the 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. hours there are several periods of heavy emissions, two of which can be seen in the examples of emissions below. Two examples are also shown from the morning hours.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/24/22 complaint, H316074-052422, and reviewed the morning and afternoon attachments that were time stamp dated, 5/20/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 20, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m.

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Heavy odors and emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H315695-052022)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident “Metalico’s shredder belched out these heavy cream-colored emissions at 12:08pm and a few minutes later the wind blew an incredibly overwhelming odor of hot, melting plastics/metal/garbage into my home. It’s been ongoing both with emissions and sickening odors ever since then. The odor is so bad today that I’ve had to cancel a planned visit of some friends because I don’t want them getting sick by the smell while sitting on my porch.” Below is an image of the event.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, your five (5) photographs of the Metalico operations taken Friday 5/20/22, at your Emsworth location, were reviewed for VE and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group and Metalico. Your complaint and photographs were not the only ones that ACHD received Friday 5/20/22. Thank you again for using GovQA and for the real-time photographs taken from your Emsworth side of the river, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 19, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Excessive emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H315717-052122)

Description: Through the day there were excessive emissions that occurred in short bursts coming from the shredder at Metalico. One of the most sustained periods of opaque emissions that occurred while it was fairly overcast, from 2:04 p.m. to 2:08 p.m. is shown below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/21/22 complaint, H315717-052122, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachment dated 5/19/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 19, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:20 - 9:50 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Almost continuous smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H315606-051922 )

Description:  I observed Metalico in person from across the river in Emsworth from 9:20 - 9:50 a.m. when the sky was overcast.  During that time the shredder was producing almost continuous opaque smoke emissions that often created a haze over the site as shown in the photos below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, and for the seven (7) photographs of the Metalico operations, taken while you were onsite in Emsworth Thursday morning, 5/19/22. The photographs were reviewed for VE and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group and shared with Metalico. Thank you for the photographs and again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 18, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Almost continuous emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H315716-052122)

Description: Through almost the entire day there were emissions, which included heavy and sustained smoke, coming from the shredder at Metalico. There are many overcast periods through the day and smoke bursts occur consistently correlating with a spike in the air quality monitor across the river from the site. Below are three pieces of camera evidence showing what the bursts of smoke from the shredder look like through the time frame mentioned and an image of the air quality monitor data from Avalon.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/21/22 complaint, H315716-052122, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 5/18/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 18, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:00 a.m. (continuous throughout the day)

Observation: In person across the river in Emsworth by Emsworth Resident

Type of Complaint: Extreme Noise Complaint

Submitted to ACHD: No

Description: In the words of the Emsworth Resident, “Metalico is using two loaders to dump heavy metal scrap 20+ feet into a metal barge. The noise has been constant for hours and it’s deafening. It travels straight through the walls of my home and sounds like heavy cars are being dropped/crushed next to my window.   The vibration from the metal dumps hitting the metal barge causes my entire home to shake. It’s like mini-earthquakes every few minutes. I’m literally wearing earplugs in my own home and can feel the vibration through my feet. My home is less than 1,400 feet away and directly across the river. The open-sided “building” acts like an amplifier in the valley and directs that noise straight into my RESIDENTIAL community. Metalico is BEYOND a “nuisance” company and a poor neighbor.  The families, ( no toddlers are napping through this…), and people who work from home, (can’t make phone calls when it sounds like WW III outside), are being forced to endure eardrum-shattering noises that are WAY above what is an acceptable and safe decibel level for hours on end. They are invading and destroying our homes, our health, our livelihoods, and quality of life. This is not right.  COMPANIES LIKE THIS SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO OPERATE SO CLOSE TO A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD!!!” The camera evidence below shows the activity on site during the time of the complaint including the barge being loaded and materials being moved constantly.

May 18, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Observation: In person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Frequent opaque smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H315514-051822)

Description: I observed Metalico in person from across the river in Emsworth from approximately 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. today.  During that time the shredder was often producing opaque smoke emissions and those emissions were often creating a haze over the site (as shown in the photos below).  The operation of the shredder and the emissions were also producing an industrial odor.

ACHD Responses: “...thank you for using GovQA, the eight (8) photographs of the Metalico operations taken while you were onsite in Emsworth 5/18/22, were reviewed for VE and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group. As you are aware , I was on both sides of the river viewing the Metalico operations that morning, we met on the Emsworth side, while onsite, I spoke with a couple of your colleagues regarding odor and the photographing of VE. ACHD does not read from a camera, enlarging (enhancing) photographs does not support what we actually see in person. Industrial odors were also mentioned in this complaint, industrial odors may be coming from Neville Island, but not necessarily coming from Metalico as suggested. Thank you for using GovQA and for the photographs, ACHD reviews the photographs to determine possible operation problems, if determined, it’s discussed with Metalico. Thank you again, ACHD Air Quality.”

“Thank you for responding to my complaint.  I am puzzled by your comments concerning the                         photographic data that we submit.  Back in January you were questioning the validity of the CREATE                 lab camera data,  When we asked about that we were told to submit our questions through the GovQA                 system which we did on 3/4/22 (Ref. # H303880-030422).  We never received any response to the                questions that we submitted.  In the case of in person photographs, our experience differs from yours.                  We believe that the photographs we take of Metalico’s operations do support what we actually see in                 person.”

“Concerning odors, when we were there on May 18th we were smelling different  types of odors, not just the typical odor that [Emsworth resident] smells when the Metalico shredder is operating.  While you may not have the documentation to cite Metalico for an odor complaint, we think you should respect the years-long observations of residents. Whether you intend it or not, your statement about odor supports what Metalico has been saying for years, i.e., that what we see and smell couldn’t be coming from their operation.  Residents have for years reported the smell of burning plastic and rubber when Metalico’s shredder is operating.  They are there every day, so we believe what they believe, i.e., that they can trust what they see and smell.  In addition to that, on the day of the April 14, 2021 Metalico fire, residents from the larger community reported smelling burning plastic and rubber.  There was even a resident about five miles away that reported smelling burning plastic and rubber. There is no denying the source of the smoke that carried the odor into the community that day. The material that was burning at Metalico that day was material that they put through their shredder.  For us, this creates a link between what residents were smelling that day and what they have been smelling for years when Metalico’s shredder operates.  So, yes, there are other industrial odors that come from Neville Island that don’t come from Metalico,  but the odor that comes from the operation of the shredder at Metalico is distinctive and the residents know the difference.”

May 11 & 12

May 10, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Numerous bursts of smoke emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H314764-051322)

Description: Over a two hour long period there were numerous bursts of opaque emissions from the shredder at Metalico. From 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. there were at least seven bursts and from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. another seven, a total of five of which were sustained for five or more minutes. Below are three examples of the emissions over this extended period of time.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/13/22 complaint, H314764-051322, and reviewed the time stamps on the attachments dated 5/10/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

May 5, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:20 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H313755-050722)

Description: The shredder at Metalico emitted a heavy burst of emissions that crossed the site’s property line and blew into residential areas during the afternoon’s operations. It was overcast during the time when the polluting event occurred from approximately 2:18 p.m. to 2:28 p.m.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 5/07/22 complaint, H313755-050722, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 5/05/22. After review of the 5/07/22 complaint and  the 5/05/22 attachment, VE/FE could not be determined nor the fact that anything was leaving property boundaries as mentioned in the complaint. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 21, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 9:10 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.org

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H312225-042722)

Description: At 9:10 a.m. there is a large burst of heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico that blows across the site’s property line. There are consistent emissions through the day and it is fairly overcast.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 4/27/22 complaint, H312225-042722, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 4/21/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 20, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H312221-042722)

Description: Through the day there were bursts of emissions from the shredder at Metalico with the heaviest occurring at 12:30 p.m. as seen in the camera evidence below. The burst crosses Metalico’s property line and blow into residential areas.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA, we received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera. ACHD reviewed your 4/27/22 complaint, H312221-042722, and reviewed the time stamp on the attachment dated 4/20/22. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 15, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Observation: In-person by Emsworth resident from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Heavy and thick odor and emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310513-041522)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident, “Again today, for a solid two hours so far, Metalico has been belching out noxious fumes from the shredder operation.  It smells like someone dumped car parts, vinyl seating, tires, electrical wire and oil into a barrel and lit it on fire. The smell is overwhelming and, again, it makes it impossible to work outside in my yard. The odor is causing headaches, dizziness, and it leaves a foul metalic/motor oil type taste on the lips and in the throat. The heavy winds are blowing the odor directly across the river into my neighborhood.” Below is camera evidence that shows the shredder operating at 11:00 a.m. during the time of the complaint.

April 14, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muizka-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:30 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy and consistent emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310859-041822)

Description: Through the afternoon there were consistent heavy emissions from the shredder at Metalico, much of which crossed the site’s property line. Below is camera evidence that shows opaque emissions blowing from the shredder, some of which blow across the river and into residential areas.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamp on the attachments, complaint H310859-041822 was received 4/18/22 and the attachments were from 4/14/22. Your complaint and attachments were reviewed for VE by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed. Our ACHD Air Quality representatives continue to monitor the Metalico facility, in person, from both sides of the river each week. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 13, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Large dust clouds at Metalico’s site

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310853-041822)

Description: Throughout the day dust blew through the air at Metalico’s site. The worst offense was at 2:00 p.m. though throughout the two o’clock hour there was a significant amount of dust that seemed to blow into residential areas.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamp on the attachments, complaint H310853-041822 was received 4/18/22 and the attachments were from 4/13/22. Your complaint and attachments were reviewed for (dust) FE by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed. Our ACHD Air Quality representatives continue to monitor the Metalico facility, in person, from both sides of the river each week. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 13, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m.

Observation: In-person by Emsworth resident from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Heavy and thick odor of burning plastic/metal/rubber/car parts/electrical wire

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310159-041322)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident, “EXTREMELY HEAVY AND THICK odor of burning plastic, metal, rubber, car parts, electrical wire. Etc.  It smells so… bad outside that I literally got dizzy and started sweating after breathing it in for less than a minute. It was like being trapped in a closed garage with a car running and a barrel of trash being lit on fire. I can’t do yard work in my own… yard because the smell is so overwhelming that I’m forced to stay in my home with all the windows/doors sealed. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR MORE THAN 4 YEARS!  My neighbors and I have been filing complaints about this odor for MORE THAN 4 YEARS, yet NOTHING IS DONE!!! WHAT the hell are we being forced to breathe in? WHY does this odor give my community severe headaches and dizziness? WHY does this odor leave a sick oily metalic taste on our lips and in our throats????? Metalico feeds that shredder with unregulated, unchecked, unwatched trash for eight hours a day WITHOUT ANY KIND OF CAPTURE OF THE ENSUING EMISSIONS OR ANY KIND OF PREVENTION OF THOSE EMISSIONS FROM TRAVELING ACROSS THE RIVER INTO A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD WITH FAMILIES AND CHILDREN! THIS  SMELL IS COMING FROM METALICO’S SHREDDER!!!!  My neighborhood does not experience this odor when they are not operating AND THERE IS NOTHING ELSE NEAR US THAT WOULD CAUSE THIS ODOR!!!! Every single time the wind blows across Metalico towards our neighborhood the smell intensifies. I don’t understand why the “Health” dept. continually IGNORES my neighborhoods complaints and concerns and gives lip service about “Discussing the complaint with Metalico”. THIS HAS DONE NOTHING to stop Metalico. Your dept. has been “talking” to them for 4 years and they still CONSISTENTLY KEEP doing the same thing!   Not only have the explosions and heavy emissions increased in the past year, but worst, and most frightening, of all, is that the “bad air” days have increased and gotten far worse since my community started submitting claims to your dept. ????? WHY IS YOUR DEPT NOT DOING MORE TO FIND OUT WHAT METALICO IS EMITTING TO CAUSE THESE ODORS THAT ARE MAKING MY COMMUNITY SICK??? WHY ISN’T THERE A COUNTY AIR MONITOR DOWNWIND OF METALICO??? Emsworth IS a part of Allegheny County, correct??!”

April 13, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 10:30 a.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy and consistent emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310850-041822)

Description: Throughout the day there were consistent bursts of opaque emissions from the shredder at Metalico, often blowing across Metalico’s property line. The most sustained period of emissions is shown in the video below from the mid-ten o’clock hour though there are also bursts of emissions that are heavy and sustained through the nine o’clock hour. The day was fairly overcast so emissions can be seen more clearly.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamp on the attachment, complaint H310850-041822 was received 4/18/22 and the attachment was from 4/13/22. Your complaint and attachment were reviewed for VE by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed. Our ACHD Air Quality representatives continue to monitor the Metalico facility, in person, from both sides of the river each week. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 12, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:45 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy and consistent emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310326-041422)

Description: Throughout the morning and afternoon there were consistent heavy opaque emissions coming from the shredder at Metalico. Heavy bursts of opaque emissions occur over twenty times through the morning hours. During the afternoon the emission crossed the western property line at Metalico several times, including in the camera evidence shown below.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamps on the attachments, complaint H310318-041422, received 4/14/22, attachment(s) 4/11/22, and complaint H310326-041422, received 4/14/22, attachment(s) 4/12/22. Your complaints and attachments were reviewed for VE by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed with Metalico while onsite, Thursday 4/14/22. ACHD had representatives on Neville Island and at the ACCAN camera location in Emsworth, Wednesday 4/13/22, and Thursday 4/14/22. Our ACHD Air Quality representatives continue to monitor the Metalico facility, in person, from both sides of the river each week. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 11, 2022 - Complaint #3

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:00 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy and consistent emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H310318-041422)

Description: Throughout the morning and afternoon there were consistent heavy opaque emissions coming from the shredder at Metalico. Bursts occur over a dozen times through the morning hours and at least ten times in the afternoon hours until the shredder stops operating at 3:00 p.m. The day was overcast and many times the emissions cross Metalico’s property line and blow into residential communities. Below is one example of emissions from 11:50 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachments from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamps on the attachments, complaint H310318-041422, received 4/14/22, attachment(s) 4/11/22, and complaint H310326-041422, received 4/14/22, attachment(s) 4/12/22. Your complaints and attachments were reviewed for VE by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed with Metalico while onsite, Thursday 4/14/22. ACHD had representatives on Neville Island and at the ACCAN camera location in Emsworth, Wednesday 4/13/22, and Thursday 4/14/22. Our ACHD Air Quality representatives continue to monitor the Metalico facility, in person, from both sides of the river each week. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

April 11, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 11:30 a.m.

Observation: In-person by Emsworth resident from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Heavy emissions coming from the shredder at Metalico and hot plastic odor

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H309776-041122)

Description: In the words of the Emsworth resident, “Heavy cream-colored emissions belching from the shredder consistently for the past hour. (Started observing it at 11:30am) A lot of smog/haze hanging in the air around the site and the usual odor of hot plastics/rubber in the air.”

April 11, 2022 - Complaint #1

Entered by: Angelo Taranto

Time of Day: 9:35 - 9:55 a.m.

Observation: In-person from across the river in Emsworth

Type of Complaint: Excessive, opaque, smoke emissions coming from the shredder at Metalico and an odor of burning plastic and rubber.

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H309839-041122)

Description: I observed Metalico in-person from across the river in Emsworth from 9:35 - 9:55 a.m.  During that time the shredding was operating and producing opaque smoke emissions as shown in the photos below and it was also producing an odor of burning plastic and rubber.  The opacity of the emissions varied; however, during most of the time emissions were enough to produce a haze over the site.

ACHD Response:  Angelo, thank you for using GovQA, your seven (7) photographs of the Metalico operations taken yesterday morning while you were onsite in Emsworth, 4/11/22, were reviewed for VE and discussed with our ACHD Air Quality group as well shared with Metalico today. Thank you again for using GovQA and for the real-time photographs taken from the Emsworth side of the river, ACHD Air Quality.

April 1, 2022

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 12:35 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Heavy burst of opaque emissions from the shredder at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H309358-040722)

Description: A burst of heavy opaque emissions comes from the shredder at Metalico and seems to blow into residential areas, such as Emsworth, across the river from the industrial site.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamps on the attachment, complaint H309358-040722, received 4/07/22, attachment was dated 4/01/22. Your complaint and attachments were reviewed for VE by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed with Metalico. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”

March 31, 2022 - Complaint #2

Entered by: Cecilia Muzika-Minteer

Time of Day: 2:10 p.m.

Observation: On video from camera across the river in Emsworth at accancamera.com

Type of Complaint: Smoke emissions coming from the structures at Metalico

Submitted to ACHD: Yes (Reference Number: H309357-040722)

Description: In the early two o’clock hour smoke was billowing and blowing from the main structures at Metalico. The emissions seem to blow across the Ohio River and into residential areas. Below is camera evidence of the polluting event.

ACHD Response: “...thank you for using GovQA. We received your attachment from the Emsworth ACCAN camera, ACHD reviewed the time stamps on the attachment, complaint H309357-040722, received 4/07/22, attachment was dated 3/31/22. Your complaint and attachment were reviewed by our ACHD Air Quality group and discussed, it was inconclusive of what we were looking at. Thank you again for using GovQA, ACHD Air Quality.”