About
Natural resources and industrial activities helped build the communities of Northeast Minnesota. Historical changes in these industries have left environmental impacts on our communities that have resulted in vacant and underutilized industrial and commercial properties. The goal of the Arrowhed Brownfield Assessment Program is to begin restoring environmental health and community prosperity by starting to return impacted properties to productive uses.
The Arrowhead Brownfield Assessment Program was formed by Arrowhead Regional Development Commission and its coalition partners: the Cities of Cloquet, Cohasset, Grand Rapids, International Falls, and Two Harbors and Aitkin County use an Environmental Protection Agency Brownfield Assessment Coalition Grant over a three year period through September 30, 2023.
Program Activities
The Program can assist with wide range of environmental assessment activities on public and private properties inlcuding:
- Developing a brownfield inventory
- Evaluating eligible sites impacted by petroleum or hazardous substances
- Conduct Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I and II ESAs)
- Conduct site investigations, remedial action, and reuse planning
- Asbestos and lead-based paint surveys
For more information about the program and brownfields, download our program brochure from the Materials section.
The coalition is seeking candidate sites in our members communities. Contact us here or fill out the Site Nomination Form from the Materials section.
Materials
Arrowhead Brownfield Assessment Program Brochure
More Information
Joshua Bergstad
Principal Planner
218.529.7516
jbergstad@ardc.org