[NW Admin]

They sound like good plans, but I think one of the big things that needs to happen is stopping the use of diesel fueled mass transit. Just as we are working towards alternative fueled passenger vehicles, I think the use of diesel vehicles should stop. They are terrible things. Just getting stuch behind one in traffic reminds you how toxic they are. Sometimes you just can't escape the exhaust they put out. Of course, that is a long way off so it is good that they are working on other temporary aids.

I wonder if it's possible to create some sort of giant air filters/purifiers? I know that might sound silly, but why not? We have them in our homes so why not create large purifiers near locations like the Ambassador bridge?

"How can we ensure that these items are being implemented in Michigan or in the Detroit area?"

That's a good question. I would look into that. There must be some sort of contact person that handles inquiries about that sort of thing. It should definitely help put the pressure on them to know people are watching and concerned.

Clearly the health impacts of not taking action are huge in the long run. Not only is it impacting the quality of the air you breathe in that area, but it also spreads throughout the entire atmoshpere, contributing to the world problems as a whole. I am sure it probably contributes to lung cancer, asthma, and things of that nature. In addition, what goes into the atmosphere often gets picked up by rain and deposited back onto the earth. That is in addition to any other run-off from the bridge itself (oil/antifreeze). Those chemicals end up in the water and soil in the area effecting wildlife and plant life.