Do residents know their burning may be prohibited
By John T. Ryan
Four residents voiced asked questions or voiced opinions at the March 9, 2009 Public Hearing on the proposed Open Burning Law for the Town of Peru. John Ryan said he believed an article about the law’s provisions should have appeared in the Press Republican in addition to the required printing on the legal page. He asked how many residents were truly interested in the passage of such a law and inquired how the 50-foot burning prohibition from any structure was determined. He agreed with Councilman’s Peter Glushko suggestion that the Town property opposite the Barney Downs Road convenience station should be opened during certain periods for leaf and brush dumping. Other residents asked questions that clarified that the law does not prohibit outdoor cooking of food in a barbeque, fireplace or burning pit. It does prohibit all burn barrels. All outdoor burning of leaves and brush and several other items within 50 feet of any structure is prohibited. This provision effectively prohibits almost all leaf and brush burning in the hamlet and is sub-divisions such as Quaker Springs. Councilman Thomas Powers said that the purpose of this law was to prohibit the burning of garbage and noxious substances in burn barrels. Paragraph 2 of the law agrees with his statement; however, the ensuing provisions include leaves, brush, trees and untreated lumber.
Following the public comments Councilman Cortland Forrence indicated that every effort would be made to contact the Press Republican and to request that an article be written to better publicize the proposed law. Following the article, it is expected the Board will schedule another public hearing.
Posted: March 11th, 2009 under Town Board News, Zoning Board News.
Comments
Comment from Bobbie1217
Time May 17, 2009 at 9:58 pm
Comment from Bobbie1217
Time May 15, 2009 at 8:59 am
It’s wonderful to see that Peru has a mode of online communication with it’s residence. In reference to the “Open Burning” one might also keep in mind what the “County” laws are and then the State laws and if you reside within the APA you may also have to consider those laws as well. This “Open Burning” issue is not a simple fix to vote one must consider all laws. Then once a vote is taken and passed one must be responsible and state if in favor of “Open Burning” that it’s done so at each person’s own risk, that would include being sued by your neighbor if your smokey burning trash trip triggers breathing issues which incurr medical expenses, or better yet sparks fly and catch their land on fire. Let’s face it folks, not all the bulbs in the package are a full 100 watts when it comes to understanding the laws and how it can truly effect them. If not passed then who will “police” the town of Peru and implement fines for unlawful burning?! Best of Luck to you all!
Former Peru NY resident Bobbie Thompson
Comment from Bobbie1217
Time May 15, 2009 at 8:59 am
It’s wonderful to see that Peru has a mode of online communication with it’s residence. In reference to the “Open Burning” one might also keep in mind what the “County” laws are and then the State laws and if you reside within the APA you may also have to consider those laws as well. This “Open Burning” issue is not a simple fix to vote one must consider all laws. Then once a vote is taken and passed one must be responsible and state if in favor of “Open Burning” that it’s done so at each person’s own risk, that would include being sued by your neighbor if your smokey burning trash trip triggers breathing issues which incurr medical expenses, or better yet sparks fly and catch their land on fire. Let’s face it folks, not all the bulbs in the package are a full 100 watts when it comes to understanding the laws and how it can truly effect them. If not passed then who will “police” the town of Peru and implement fines for unlawful burning?! Best of Luck to you all!