Rohm and Haas was one of the first chemical manufacturers to establish Community Advisory Committees (CACs) in 1986, to respond to increasing community awareness and interest around how a manufacturer’s presence in a community impacts economic, social and environmental conditions.
 CACs help foster communication between the management of the facilities and the local community, and provide a better understanding of mutual needs, concerns and expectations. Rohm and Haas CACs are formed at the local level and are supported by plant management; most are guided by an independent facilitator. Each CAC constructs its own bylaws, meeting schedules and agendas.
Committees usually meet several times a year – often monthly – and consist of 12 to 20 members, each with an equal voice. Typically, membership is comprised of residents living near the plant and individuals from local civic associations, area businesses, educational institutions and environmental interest organizations.
In some smaller operating communities, CACs may be difficult to organize and maintain. Communication is nonetheless important, and Rohm and Haas facilities often hold town or community meetings on a regular basis.
If you live in or near one of the following communities, click on the corresponding link for more information about your local CAC or community meeting.
| Bristol,
PA
Cincinnati,
OH
Deer Park, TX (Houston plant)
Deer Park, TX (Lone
Star plant)LaPorte, TX (Bayport
plant) Louisville,
KY
Newark, DE
Philadelphia, PA
Spring
House, PA |
Chauny,
FranceDewsbury, United Kingdom (email)
Jarrow, United Kingdom
Landskrona, Sweden
Lauterbourg, France
Mozzanica, Italy (email)
West Hill, Canada |
The following communities do not have a web presence for their CACs at this time:
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Kankakee, IL
Knoxville, TN
Geelong, Australia |
Las Pinas, Philippines
Mins Hsuing, Taiwan
Tokyo, Japan |
Rohm and Haas Texas
Located in the heart of the Houston Ship Channel area that serves the refining and petrochemical industry, Rohm and Haas Texas Incorporated is a key member of several voluntary trade associations and committees—all of which work to confirm the safe manufacture and handling of chemicals for industry, as well as effective and open communication about operations with local residents. Rohm and Haas Texas is a proud member of:
Deer Park Community Advisory Council (DPCAC)East Harris County Manufacturers Association (EHCMA)
Deer Park CAC (website for Houston Plant and Lone Star plant)La Porte CAC (email for Bayport Plant)
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Jarrow
In 1989, the Rohm and Haas facility in Jarrow, United Kingdom was the first European site to form a Community Advisory Council. Local community members remain active in guiding the site in its participation in community activities, and maintain a close watch and excellent understanding of plant operations. Email the Jarrow CAC for more information.
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Lauterbourg
Located along the German border, the Rohm and Haas facility in Lauterbourg, France hosts the company’s only bilingual Community Advisory Council. Its CAC meets three times a year, but also organizes regular meetings with nearby living residents to conduct shelter-in-place drills. The Lauterbourg facility recently launched a campaign within the community, focused around a booklet about emergency-response measures, to continue to sensitize the plant’s closest neighbors about what to do in the event of an incident. See the Lauterbourg website for more information.
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West Hill
Since 1995, the Rohm and Haas facility in West Hill, Ontario has hosted a Community Advisory Committee, which was instrumental in the site’s installation of an early-warning siren system for the community. In addition, the West Hill facility participates in community meetings held twice a year. Representatives from eight local companies and fire and police departments participate in the meetings, which are held in a nearby school and attract 30 to 60 community members. Email the West Hill CAC for more information.
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Landskrona
The CAC in Landskrona, Sweden meets twice a year to address vital issues pertaining to the plant and its surroundings. Participants represent different sectors of the community, and include local politicians, active and retired, members of environmental groups, civil servants, one teacher and one headmaster as well as nearby residents. Email the Landskrona CAC for more information.
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Newark, Delaware
CMP Technologies in Newark, Delaware established its organization in 2001, with representatives including fence-line neighbors, regional and regulatory associations, public safety officials, educators and nonprofit leaders. For more information about the CAC’s activities, visit their electronic materials website.
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