Increased Benzene readings inside Glassport discussed with Glassport Borough Council 4-11-23

Cindy and Dave Meckel have asked Glassport Borough Council members for an opportunity to discuss recent air monitoring results at their home in Glassport. The Environmental Integrity Project (EIP) has been monitoring benzene levels at the Meckel's property since December, 2021.

The Meckels are both members of the Steering Committee of Valley Clean Air Now (VCAN).

EIP has been monitoring air in the Mon Valley in several locations surrounding the Clairton Coke Works and in conjunction with the Create Lab of Carnegie-Mellon University.

The Council Meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 pm at 440 Monongahela Avenue in Glassport. The Meckels and representatives of VCAN, EIP and the Create Labs are expected to speak.