The next Housatonic Citizens Coordinating Council (CCC) Meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 13, from 6:00–8:00 PM. The meeting will take place in person at the Lee Library (100 Main St, Lee, MA) and online via Zoom.

This is an opportunity for people to get an update on the Housatonic River PCB remediation and make public comments.

CCC Members, alternates, and members of the public are welcome to join as in-person attendees by registering with this online form. Those who wish to attend online must register in advance to receive the meeting link. Click here to register for online participation.

AGENDA
Note: There will be dedicated time for CCC discussion and public comment after each presentation on the agenda. There will also be a public comment period at the end of the meeting to raise any issues not addressed during the meeting.

6:00 Introductions and agenda review
Tech orientation to the Zoom platform

6:10 Update on community involvement and CCC membership (EPA & CBI)

6:20 TAG grant recipient update (Tim Gray [or alternate], HRI)

6:30 Overview of Rest of River Cleanup – When and Where (EPA)

6:35 Overview of recent submittals (EPA)
• Vernal Pool Pilot Study Work Plan:
https://semspub.epa.gov/src/document/01/673653
• Final Pre-Design Investigation Summary Report for Upland Disposal Facility
Area:
https://semspub.epa.gov/src/document/01/675579
• Restoration Performance Objectives and Evaluation Criteria Report:
https://semspub.epa.gov/src/document/01/676611
• Update on tribal engagement re Cultural Resources Survey work plans
• Upcoming submittals for public input

7:20 Update on alternative technology challenge (EPA)

7:35 Update on comfort letters for Rest of River Cleanup (EPA)

7:50 Public comment

8:00 Next steps & adjourn