#monitoring
Should our city track local air quality?
🌬️ Resident Montana Burgess is asking Council to install an air quality monitoring station within city limits.
Currently, we rely on regional data that might not reflect what's actually happening in our neighborhoods. Local monitoring could help residents make informed decisions about outdoor activities, especially those with respiratory conditions or families with young children.
🌡️ Real-time data for residents with asthma, allergies, and respiratory conditions
🏃 Help athletes and outdoor enthusiasts plan safe exercise times
👶 Give parents better info for children's outdoor activities
🌿 Support environmental awareness and community health initiatives
📊 Provide localized data instead of relying on distant regional stations
📍 City would need to research optimal location for monitoring station
💸 Consider initial installation costs and ongoing maintenance expenses
🤝 Potential partnerships with environmental agencies or universities
📱 Explore options for public access to data through apps or websites
Should Council pursue installing an air quality monitoring station to provide residents with local environmental data?