Oklahoma Record
Shawnee
Environment

Biosolids odor

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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.

Public comments (3)

OpposedPaul McElfreshJun 15, 2026

Said obnoxious odors from the city's biosolids facility reach his home over a mile away, citing EPA guidance and concerns about health and property values of nearby million-dollar homes.

Board of City Commissioners - Jun 15, 2026 · 2:35 →
OpposedWendell RichardsJun 15, 2026

The Chandler physician moved his daughter's family to Shawnee for its services but says biosolids odor and flies near his Hazeldale home are unbearable and wants the city to find a better method.

Board of City Commissioners - Jun 15, 2026 · 8:59 →
OpposedGreg SebastianJun 15, 2026

The local home builder says sewer odor is killing sales in his new 40-home Hazeldale addition, with out-of-state buyers walking away, and urged the city to fix its method.

Board of City Commissioners - Jun 15, 2026 · 12:00 →