Ed Bell's Georgetown City Council Request
Ed Bell of the Bell Legal Group requests the opportunity to address the City Council of Georgetown at their May 21, 2009, meeting. Mr. Bell has committed a large part of his practice to environmental issues and their impact on communities and children. A recent article published in a December 2008 issue of USA Today and reprinted by The Georgetown Times titled, "The Smokestack Effect," confirms ongoing research compiled for the Bell Law Firm. A growing concern for the health and safety of the Georgetown community prompted Mr. Bell to commission a study that was preformed by independent scientists and researchers. This study consisted of on-site sampling of dust particles taken from local homes and churches, and air sampling analysis in and around the city of Georgetown. The results of this research show high levels of toxic materials that endanger the health and well being of our citizens. Homes included in this study are located throughout the heart of the downtown area including Prince Street, Front Street, Winyah, Cleland and others, where families live, work and worship. This information, coupled with statistics from the South Carolina Department Health and Environmental Control cannot be ignored. SCDEHEC reports high incidents of illnesses plaguing our county such as cancer, childhood asthma, diabetes and others that can be linked to exposure to the chemicals found. Mr. Bell requests to be placed on the official agenda and is prepared to make a 15-minute presentation to the Mayor, City Council members and concerned citizens of Georgetown.
