Nov 11, 2009
MacGillivray Law
No One Addresses Dirt Left Behind By Strip Mines
An Letter To The Editor Of The New Glasgow Paper, “The News”, From Evansville Resident Patty Lloyd Discussing The Problems Associated With The Strip Mine Prior To MacGillivray Law Being Retained To Represent Two Families Launching A Civil Suit Against The Mine
To the editor,
Some day take a walk to the top of the hill where the Stellarton water tower now stands. What a view of strip mining in progress: dirt road, dust rising in the air and noise. For 13-plus years residents in the area have been putting up with this, with no help in regard to property damage, and loss of peaceful living on our own property. As the north wind of winter blows, with it so does dust and dirt - the town of Stellarton in its tracks.
But don't complain about it, prove where it is coming from. That was a response I received when I put in a complaint about dirt on my lawn furniture, pool and in my windows. I contacted a firm in Dartmouth; their findings: sand and black angular particles that show no signs of wear. I paid for this test.
The strip mine's findings from their tests: vegetation contamination from the trees, the same ones that had been there before they started to mine. This test was done by their insurance adjuster for the company. That was the end of contact with the company, except for pictures of my property taken, and I was told we can come to an understanding regarding this damage. This was months ago.
And a BIG high-five to those who shadowed my door, voices of promise as elections loomed. I will thank all of you for over the last 13 years there are too many of you to list. Yours words of false promises have gone a long way for me, and others.
Thank you for space in your paper to voice not only my concerns but those who have the same as me. And also for the concern of others who have not been heard yet.
Patty Lloyd
Evansville, Stellarton
Originally published as a "Letter to the Editor" in The News
Topics: Long Term Disability, Auto Accident, Civil Suits
