Monthly Archives: February 2010

Despite Pompton Lakes Tragedy, DEP Weakened and Now Christie Considering Nixing “Vapor Intrusion” Requirements

Over 450 homes in Pompton Lakes NJ were poisoned by toxic chemical vapors from groundwater pollution from the Dupont site (see this and this on cancer cluster). The problem is known as “vapor intrusion” (VI) and it is a huge … Continue reading

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Poll: 79% of NJ Residents Oppose Relaxing Environmental Regulations

A Monmouth University/Gannett Poll released today found widespread public support for strong environmental regulations (See the press release and poll results and methodology by clicking here). The results are a strong rebuke of the Christie Administration’s early efforts to impose … Continue reading

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Christie DEP Nominee Fails First Test: “No Comment” on Controversial Transition Report

[2/7/10 – See Update below] In his first test of leadership, independence, courage, and integrity, Bob Martin failed. Who the hell is Bob Martin, what did he fail, and why is that important? Good questions. Let’s take them one at … Continue reading

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