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Cheverly will press state and county for details on proposed concrete batching site
Summary
The mayor and council said they have contacted state and county environmental agencies and asked the town attorney to research the status of special exceptions and appeals related to a proposed concrete batching plant (Vulcan) near Claybrook Road; residents and environmental groups urged swift, coordinated outreach to neighboring jurisdictions.
Mayor Mica Watson reported the town had sent letters to the Maryland Department of the Environment and Prince George’s County asking for information and for a joint meeting regarding a proposed concrete batching facility north of Sheriff Road on Claybrook Road. The mayor said the town will request public meetings and coordinate outreach with neighboring jurisdictions (Fairmount Heights, Seat Pleasant) and civic associations.
Council members emphasized they need authoritative records: which permits have been filed, whether the site is enclosed, the history of special exceptions and any appeals, and what legal levers the town possesses. One council member stressed that public statements from the developer are not the same as official permitting documents and asked the town attorney to contact county counsel and the developer’s counsel for clarification.
Residents and activists told the council they have long tracked the site and want prompt action. Several described repeated air and dust problems from existing batching plants in the corridor and urged rapid engagement with state regulators. "The enclosed does not take care of it," one resident said, noting concerns about fugitive dust, diesel traffic and impacts on overburdened neighborhoods.
Ending: The town administrator and town attorney will follow up with county and state officials and seek meetings with the developer, neighboring cities and civic associations; council members suggested organizing a broader community briefing once records are compiled.
