Did you know that grant dollars can be used for phase 1 and 2 environmental assessment of potentially contaminated private properties? The public is invited to learn and provide input that will help assist in decisions that promote the removal of blight and contamination, create healthier places to live, work and play, and create jobs and new economic opportunities.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provided grant money to assess potentially contaminated properties, known as “Brownfields,” that are planned for reuse or redevelopment. Brownfield sites can include properties that are vacant or are underutilized sites that may be impacted by contamination.

Residents and interested parties are encouraged to suggest sites to the City that could be viable for redevelopment.

The value of the EPA Brownfield Grant is $500,000. The funds are available through September 2027 or until exhausted.

For more information contact:
Will Hoskins
Senior Engineer for the City of Kelso at:
360-423-6590 Ext. 3322
or via email at:
whoskins@kelso.gov