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Council adopts resolution channeling any PFAS settlement funds to North Shore Water Commission
Summary
The Common Council adopted a resolution directing that any funds resulting from potential PFAS settlements be provided to the North Shore Water Commission; staff noted detected PFAS levels in the area are extremely low and a settlement is unlikely, according to a commission memo.
The Glendale Common Council adopted a resolution specifying that any funds received from PFAS contamination settlements would be provided to the North Shore Water Commission.
City Administrator Carl said the memorandum on the issue was prepared by Eric Keefer of North Shore Water and summarized the commission's view that detected PFAS levels in the area are extremely low and that it is unlikely any settlement funds would be forthcoming. Carl said the resolution nonetheless establishes that any funds, if received, would be provided to the North Shore Water Commission.
Alder Gohard moved adoption of the resolution; Alder Shaw seconded. The council approved the resolution by voice vote.
Why it matters: The resolution clarifies how any future settlement proceeds would be handled among member utilities; staff characterized the likelihood of receiving funds as low based on the commission's technical summary.
Next steps: No additional action was requested at the meeting; the resolution sets the distribution approach should any funds be awarded.
