Approve environmental report changes and contract amendments for Miraflores Housing site cleanup
In Plain English
The city is moving forward with cleaning up contaminated soil at the future Miraflores Housing Development site. Environmental studies found additional cleanup work is needed beyond the original plan. The changes allow contractors to address newly identified contamination before housing construction can begin.
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Votes
Approve the addendum to the EIR and authorize amendments to remediation contracts
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved contract changes to clean up additional contaminated soil discovered at the Miraflores Housing Development site. Environmental studies revealed more contamination than originally expected, requiring expanded cleanup work before the affordable housing project can move forward with construction. This is a routine contract amendment that allows the city's contractors to address the newly identified soil contamination. The approval keeps the housing development on track, though the additional cleanup work will likely extend the project timeline.
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