Five local sites across Muskingum and Morgan counties have been selected to receive dedicated environmental assessment funds to support cleanup and revitalization efforts. The funding is designed to help identify and address potential contamination at underutilized properties, paving the way for future development.
Environmental assessments are a crucial first step in the brownfield redevelopment process, ensuring that soil and water quality meet safety standards before construction begins. These grants help local governments transform blighted areas into productive commercial, residential, or recreational spaces that benefit the entire community.
Local officials plan to begin the assessments shortly, with the ultimate goal of returning these properties to active use and boosting the local tax base.