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Neighbors describe noise, truck traffic and dust from temporary stockpiles near Easton's Pond
Summary
Multiple residents described persistent truck traffic, early‑morning work, dirt tracking into yards and concerns about dust when the staged soil dries; they asked the council what protections and restrictions would be put in place.
Several neighbors described the day‑to‑day impacts of the temporary storage and processing of soil near Easton's Pond: early morning trucks, machinery noise, and material tracking into yards and basements during storms or when wind blows dry material. One attendee asked whether the activity would continue at night and what the city could require to limit hours and dust.
Speakers urged the city to restrict hours, enforce double‑bagging when asbestos pipe is removed, and provide clearer information about when staging will end and material will be removed. Staff said the temporary yard is intended to address emergency needs and that they seek to minimize impact on residents while longer‑term solutions are pursued.
Why it matters: these are immediate neighborhood nuisance and potential health concerns that affect quality of life while bigger engineering and funding questions are resolved.
Next steps: staff committed to working with neighbors on timing, staging and mitigation measures and to keep communications open about schedules and operations.
