Cabot/Koppers Superfund Site Cleanup
Summary
The EPA is starting a major construction phase at the former Koppers site: a 5,300-foot underground wall to trap contaminated groundwater, plus tree clearing that neighbors will notice starting mid-October. An open house is set for October 21 at the site.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct city cost was identified; Beazer bears cleanup responsibilities under the consent decree.
Residents near the site get contained contamination, dust mitigation measures, and a public open house for questions.
Neighbors will live with tree clearing, noise, and construction activity through mid-2027.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Environmental Resiliency Ad Hoc Subcommittee - Oct 8, 2026
Gainesville has earned LEED for Cities Gold certification, recognizing its work on tree canopy, composting, transit, and energy. Staff were scheduled to walk the subcommittee through the city's strengths and weaknesses and how sustainability can be built into everyday city operations.
General Policy Committee Meeting - Oct 8, 2026
The EPA is starting a major construction phase at the former Koppers site: a 5,300-foot underground wall to trap contaminated groundwater, plus tree clearing that neighbors will notice starting mid-October. An open house is set for October 21 at the site.
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