Are there enforcement issues at any of Camdens Pilot-targeted sites?
There are currently no enforcement concerns at any of the Pilot-targeted sites. The community representative did note some concerns about odors from a company currently operating in North Camden. Tom Knoche reported, “the only one that we know is a polluter that may be affecting people in the neighborhood is Decorated Paper.” The plant, which uses hydrocarbons for paper finishes, is believed to have “a number of environmental permits.” However, the community has checked, and found that Decorated Paper has filed its paperwork regularly with the State and appears to be in compliance. In addition, there were multiple comments about non-environmental, social justice and/or “nuisance” issues present in North Camden such as truck traffic, high crime rates, gang activity, and drug use. The major issue noted was the planned prison site, which was defeated due to community opposition. Any disparate impact claims would more likely be connected to South Camden. All of the stakeholders interviewed
