City Council Takes Stand on Water Contamination Lawsuit

The Rio Grande City Council convened for a special meeting on September 9th, following a closed session where significant decisions were made regarding ongoing litigation. All council members were present except for Council Member George.

During the meeting, the city attorney reported that the council voted unanimously to opt out of a proposed settlement class related to two cases involving the BASF Corporation and Tyco Fire Products LP. This decision allows the city to retain the right to pursue future legal actions concerning potential contamination from PFAS, commonly referred to as microplastics, in the city's water supply.

The council also noted that there were no ordinances to discuss during this session, leading them to move directly to special presentations. The meeting underscores the city's proactive stance on environmental issues and its commitment to safeguarding public health.