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Veedersburg council authorizes continued PFAS litigation with outside counsel
Summary
The Veedersburg Town Council voted to authorize outside counsel to pursue PFAS litigation on the town’s behalf and was told the town has already received funds from related settlements. The council also received updates on a continued zoning appeal.
The Veedersburg Town Council voted to authorize outside counsel to continue pursuing PFAS litigation on the town’s behalf.
The action followed an update from Stu Welborn, who told the council the town has been involved in PFAS-related legal work coordinated through outside counsel and that settlements connected to that effort have already produced funds for the town. Welborn recommended the council make a formal motion and second to authorize the Napoli firm to proceed.
Why it matters: authorizing the firm gives the town legal authority to formally file or continue litigation related to PFAS claims, and the council was told the work has already generated settlement funds. The council also learned the Board of Zoning Appeals matter involving Ratcliff Homes has been continued to June 19 at 9:00 a.m., underscoring ongoing legal matters before the town.
Council discussion and outcome: Council members discussed prior approvals and the role of the town council as the entity with authority to institute lawsuits. Members moved and seconded the recommendation to authorize continued PFAS litigation with outside counsel; the motion was put to a voice vote and approved. The council did not attach additional conditions in the meeting record.
What’s next: The council’s authorization empowers the town attorney and the Napoli firm to proceed as appropriate with filing or prosecuting PFAS claims. The BZA hearing concerning Ratcliff Homes remains scheduled for June 19 at 9:00 a.m.
