The community is urged to attend a public meeting concerning the Tinsley Sand & Gravel, Air Pollution Control construction permit for the Jump Off sandstone quarry (aka Marion Sand Plant). TDEC scheduled it to discuss public concerns over air pollution from the proposed sandstone quarry near the JumpOff community. Crushing sandstone generates silica dust, which is a known health hazard.
The public meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. CST. The meeting will be conducted at Camp MontMilner, Dining Hall, 3375 Jumpoff Road, Sewanee.
