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Brownfield remediation grant nearing close; $200,000 remains for environmental studies
Summary
County staff said the original $500,000 brownfield grant will end in 2026 and about $200,000 remains to fund environmental studies; candidate sites include New Market Community Center, Shenandoah Memorial Hospital medical office, and possibly Bowman Andros.
County staff reported the brownfield grant for remediation work was originally $500,000 and that roughly $200,000 remains for environmental studies through 2026. The grant funds are intended for basic environmental assessments (for issues such as lead paint and asbestos) to identify public hazards at candidate redevelopment sites.
Staff identified potential study sites including the New Market Community Center, Shenandoah Memorial Hospital medical office and possibly Bowman Andros. Hancock said the next step is to undertake a market analysis for each candidate property to determine suitability for remediation and reuse.
