WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S.
Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) today announced Ohio will receive $4.7 million in
brownfield redevelopment grants. The federal funds, made available through the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and allocated by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), are specifically designated for
remediation and development of brownfield sites around Ohio.
“Ohio’s brownfield sites can be opportunities for
redevelopment and new growth,” Brown said. “These funds will help support
clean-up and de-contamination efforts critical for the safety and economic
success of communities across the state.”
More information about
projects receiving EPA funds is included below:
City of Barberton- $200,000 for Petroleum Assessments
These funds provide for the development and implementation of a Remedial Action
Plan for the petroleum contamination at Pete’s Sunoco Site. It is estimated
that the site contains about 975 tons of petroleum-impacted soil. Once
remediation is complete, the land will be developed into a park and learning
lab for recreational, education, and eco-agricultural uses in collaboration
with the Barberton Board of Education.
Cuyahoga County- $1,900,000 for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund
This funding will provide for a revolving loan fund for the Cuyahoga County to
assist in funding clean-up and remediation activities. These activities will
promote redevelopment of the funded sites and future reuse of uncontaminated
property.
Ohio Dept. of Development- $1,800,000 for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund
This funding will provide for a revolving loan fund for the Cuyahoga County to
assist in funding clean-up and remediation activities. These funds will be
prioritized toward historic structures undergoing redevelopment for asbestos
abatement.
Ottawa County Commissioners- $ 200,000 for Hazardous Substances Assessments
This funding will provide for community-wide assessments at contaminated
brownfield sites contaminated with hazardous substances. Funds will also be
used for public outreach and community involvement in the clean-up process.
City of Sandusky- $200,000 for Petroleum Assessments
This funding will provide for clean-up of petroleum contaminants from underground storage tanks at the Sandusky Cabinets site. Funds will specifically be used for community outreach, selection of an environmental consultant, development of a remediation plan and project monitoring that will ensure the future use of the property.
City of Toledo- $ 400,000 for Hazardous Substances and Petroleum
Assessments
This funding will be used to conduct community-wide assessments of potential
brownfield sites contaminated with hazardous materials and petroleum. Toledo
will develop and implement remedial action plans at prioritized sites with
funding also used for community involvement and participation.