Ubiquitous
By Julie Mellum,
The Calgary Herald July 24, 2010
Re: "Where there's smoke -- there should be a ban," Naomi Lakritz, Opinion, July 21.
Naomi Lakritz's column exemplifies the plight our cities are in because of wood smoke. It is everywhere. Wood smoke violates the property rights of other taxpayers by preventing them from using and enjoying their property when it is infused with smoke's caustic and deadly fumes. If people have a "right" to burn, shouldn't others who understand the severe health hazards of wood smoke have the "right" to clean air on their property? Wood smoke violates most nuisance ordinances, but enforcement is not supported by government. I urge Calgary citizens to rise up and refuse to pay property taxes on a per diem pro-rated basis for every day that wood smoke interferes with your enjoyment of your property outdoors and inside. Your and your family's health are at stake, as is the environment. Demand a ban. See www.canadiancleanairalliance.cato learn more.
Julie Mellum, Minneapolis, Minn. Julie Mellum is president of Take Back the Air.
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