Town secures EPA funding for major cleanup effort
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In a recent government meeting, officials discussed a significant cleanup initiative for a site heavily impacted by debris and hazardous materials. The area, described as having knee-deep accumulation of waste—including lumber, car parts, and remnants of mobile homes—poses both environmental and safety concerns.
To address the situation, the town plans to undertake a phased assessment and cleanup process. By completing a Phase 1 assessment, the town aims to qualify for additional grant funding for further remediation efforts beyond just solid waste removal. Each parcel, along with the town's right of way, has been applied for a grant of $47,500, which has recently been approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for immediate solid waste cleanup.
The cleanup will be conducted in collaboration with Atlas, a consulting firm, and Viking, a cleanup company. Officials emphasized the daunting nature of the task ahead, highlighting the need for thorough soil testing once the debris is cleared.
Additionally, a question arose regarding an old camper trailer located in the right of way, which is rumored to belong to an individual. The town is in the process of removing this trailer as part of the overall cleanup efforts.
The meeting underscored the town's commitment to improving environmental conditions and enhancing public safety through this extensive cleanup initiative.
To address the situation, the town plans to undertake a phased assessment and cleanup process. By completing a Phase 1 assessment, the town aims to qualify for additional grant funding for further remediation efforts beyond just solid waste removal. Each parcel, along with the town's right of way, has been applied for a grant of $47,500, which has recently been approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for immediate solid waste cleanup.
The cleanup will be conducted in collaboration with Atlas, a consulting firm, and Viking, a cleanup company. Officials emphasized the daunting nature of the task ahead, highlighting the need for thorough soil testing once the debris is cleared.
Additionally, a question arose regarding an old camper trailer located in the right of way, which is rumored to belong to an individual. The town is in the process of removing this trailer as part of the overall cleanup efforts.
The meeting underscored the town's commitment to improving environmental conditions and enhancing public safety through this extensive cleanup initiative.
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