Council approves $42,000 phase 2 environmental study for former Rite Aid site

Aug 12, 2025

The City Council approved an expedited phase 2 environmental site assessment for a former Rite Aid property, authorizing about $42,000 for soil testing after a debate over cost, liability and timeline.

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The City Council voted to approve a phase 2 environmental site assessment for a former Rite Aid property, authorizing an expedited testing contract estimated at about $42,000. The vote followed a 40‑minute discussion about cost, liability exposure and scheduling.

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