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Emmaus council votes to join PFOS turnout‑gear litigation after executive session
Summary
After executive session the council voted unanimously to join PFOS‑related turnout‑gear litigation; the motion passed by voice vote and council indicated possible further action following legal review.
Following a closed executive session that covered PFAS (PFOS) litigation and workers‑compensation updates, the Emmaus Borough Council moved to join existing PFOS turnout‑gear litigation concerning contamination related to turnout gear. Councilman Balia moved the motion, Councilman Anders seconded, and the motion passed unanimously by voice vote (five in favor).
Council had recessed into executive session for litigation matters and returned later in the meeting to record the motion. The transcript records the motion to "join in the PFOS lawsuit for turnout gear litigation" but does not include further details of the claims, plaintiff list, or anticipated costs. Borough staff and counsel are expected to follow up on implementation details and any necessary budgetary action.
