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"Brownfields are real property, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant."

U.S. EPA

Pettigrew Street Corridor Once a former powerhouse of economic activity in Durham, the Pettigrew Street Corridor in Northeast Central Durham (NECD) is blighted with brownfields. The City is revitalizing this community through a comprehensive approach.
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September 29, 2011

The City finalized Phase II ESA Report for Plummer Properties

September 15, 2011

The City held Project Team call

September 13, 2011

The City finalized TBA applications for 800 Taylor Street, 200 E. Umstead (Whitted School) property, and Durham Central Market property

August 24, 2011

The City attended IEDC Training – Neighborhood Development Strategies in Oklahoma City, OK

August 19, 2011

The City held a Project Team call

August 16, 2011

The City finalized Vapor Intrusion Study Report for 102 Morris Street

August 1, 2011

The City finalized Limited Site Assessment Report for 1901 Angier Avenue

July 29, 2011

The City finalized Phase II ESA Report for 102 Morris Street

June 16, 2011

The City participated in EPA Debriefing Webinar on the FY2011 EPA Brownfield Applications

June 1, 2011

The City announced plans for and solicited support for the Environmental Awareness High School Event to Small Business Advisory Committee, Inter-PAC Environmental Justice Committee

May 26, 2011

The City planned and facilitated a brownfields Task Force Meeting

May 13, 2011

The City finalized the Phase II ESA Report for 1901 Angier Avenue

April 27, 2011

The City submitted the Site Specific QAPP to the EPA and NCDENR for review for 800 Taylor Street Property

April 11, 2011

The City received the signed property owner memorandum of understanding from Durham County for Whitted School property

April 2, 2011

The City attended the EPA National Brownfields Conference in Philadelphia, PA

March 25, 2011

The City received approval from EPA Region IV on the Site Specific QAPP for 102 Morris Street property

March 24, 2011

The City promoted the Brownfields Assessment Project goals, and accomplishments during a presentation to the City Council Work Session

March 2, 2011

The City participated in the Career Fair and Green Trade Show

February 22, 2011

The City attended a "Scientifica" research workshop designed for high school students in the Durham Public Schools

February 19, 2011

The City discussed the Brownfields Assessment Project to the economic development of NECD District PAC 1 during their "Coffee with Council" meeting

February 18, 2011

The City submitted the Site-Specific QAPP for 102 Morris Street property to EPA Project Manager for review

February 16, 2011

The City initiated the Phase II ESA field work at 1901 Angier Avenue property

February 14, 2011

The City conducted a presentation to the Northeast Central Durham Livability Sustainability Initiative

January 29, 2011

The City received approval from EPA Region IV on Site Specific QAPP for Plummer Properties

January 28, 2011

The City finalized the Phase I ESA Report for Durham Central Market Property

January 21, 2011

The City completed additional asbestos inspection activities at 102 Morris Street property and provided report to property owner

December 20, 2010

The City finalized the Phase I ESA Report and HUD Assessment at 727 N. Mangum Street.

December 15, 2010

The City finalized the Site-Specific QAPPs for 1901 Angier Avenue and Tucker Properties

November 30, 2010

The City participated in a Public Information Session at Eastway Elementary School.

November 18, 2010

The City participated in the Brownfields Assessment Project's Presentation to the Durham City Council.

November 18, 2010

The City attended the Council Subcommittee on Northeast Cental Durham.

October 29, 2010

The City Finalized the Site Specific QAPPs for properties located at 1901 Angier Avenue, Tucker Properties, and Plummer Properties,

October 14, 2010

The City participated in the People's Garden School Pilot Prospective Application Webinar session

October 7, 2010

The City promoted the Brownfields Assessment Project at the Minority Enterprise Development Trade Fair at the Durham Convention Center.

September 28, 2010

Gave a project presentation to approximately 40 community members of the Northeast Central Durham (NECD) Livability Initiative meeting

September 15, 2010

Provided updates of the Brownfields Assessment Project to the Northeast Central Durham (NECD) Leadership Council

September 15, 2010

Gave a project presentation to approximately 100 members of the Environmental Health Collaborative Organization during the Environmental Health Summit.

August 15, 2010

Provided updates of the Brownfields Assessment Project to the Northeast Central Durham (NECD) Leadership Council

August 15, 2010

Completed Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report for 800 Taylor Street

August 15, 2010

Completed Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Report for 200 E. Umstead Street

August 10, 2010

Gave a project presentation to 19 members of the Campaign for Decent Housing community group

July 21, 2010

Attended EPA Region 4 Grantee Workshop in Jacksonville, Florida

July 16, 2010

Completed and submitted Property Owner Access Agreements for 502 N. Roxboro Street and 102 Morris Street

July 15, 2010

Finalized Public Involvement Plan

July 15, 2010

Provided updates of the Brownfields Assessment Project to the Northeast Central Durham (NECD) Leadership Council

July 15, 2010

Selected Dominion Due Diligence Group to complete Phase I ESA at 502 N. Roxboro Street

July 15, 2010

Planned Kickoff for October 7th, to be held during the Minority Economic Development Week Trade Fair from 4-6:30 pm at the Durham Convention Center. The theme is How a Brownfields Site Assessment can Jumpstart Business in Your Neighborhood!

July 10, 2010

Gave a project presentation to 35 members of the Partners Against Crime District 4 community group

June 15, 2010

Held Brownfields Task Force Meeting

June 15, 2010

Conducted tour of potential brownfields sites with the EPA Project Manager

June 11, 2010

Completed and submitted Property Owner Access Agreements for 200 East Umstead Street and 727 North Mangum Street

May 5, 2010

Completed and submitted Property Owner Access Agreements for 800 Taylor Street, 832 Ridgeway Avenue, 1901 Angier Avenue, Tucker Properties, and Plummer Properties

April 16, 2010

Received approval from the EPA Designated Approval Official for the Generic Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP)

April 6, 2010

Completed the 1901 Angier Avenue Phase I Environmental Site Assessment

February 23, 2010

Issued a notice to proceed/purchase order to Porter Scientific for the 1901 Angier Avenue Phase I Environmental Site Assessment

February 18, 2010

Finalized and submitted Generic Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) to EPA for review

November 17, 2009

Attended EPA National Brownfields Conference in New Orleans, LA

September 30, 2009

Completed Phase I ESAs at Plummer and Tucker Properties

September 16, 2009

Completed Phase II ESA field activities at the 812 Liberty Street property

June 30, 2009

City hosts fifth Brownfields Task Force meeting

June 30, 2009

City held a Vision to Action Workshop

December 23, 2008

Finalized the Phase I ESA for the Liberty Street Property

December 10, 2008

Brownfields Job Training Grant Advisory Committee Meeting

October 21, 2008

City hosts fourth Brownfields Task Force meeting

October 21, 2008

City holds public meeting to discuss submittal of another EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant Application

September 20, 2008

Completed Phase II ESA and Report for Angier Property

September 1, 2008

Completed Phase I ESAs at Liberty Street and Plum Street Properties - draft reports

July 22, 2008

CTC and Porter Scientific initiate Phase I Environmental Site Assessment at properties on Liberty Street and Plum Avenue

July 22, 2008

CTC and Porter Scientific initiate Phase II Environmental Site Assessment at property on Angier Avenue

July 7, 2008

Received approval from Region IV EPA regarding Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Work Plan for property on Angier Avenue

May 27, 2008

City hosts second Brownfields Task Force meeting.

May 5, 2008

City delegates attend National Environmental Protection Agency Brownfields Conference in Detroit, Michigan

April 24, 2008

Project Team presents project updates at City Council Workshop.

April 17, 2008

Submitted Work Plan for Phase II Environmental Site Assessment at property on Angier Avenue to Region IV EPA for their review.

February 12, 2008

Project Team completes a summary of community outreach activities from November 2007 to February 2008

February 7, 2008

CTC and Porter Scientific initiate Phase I Environmental Site Assessment at property along East Pettigrew Street

February 5, 2008

City hosts first Brownfields Task Force Meeting

November 15, 2007

City finalizes Project Public Involvement Plan

November 15, 2007

City finalizes Project Brochure

October 25, 2007

City holds Public Information Session to "kick-off" project

June 17, 2007

City signs contract with CTC to manage grant

December 28, 2006

City issues Request for Proposals to qualified consultants for assistance in managing the assessment grant

July 11, 2006

City delegates attend Region 4 EPA New Grantees Workshop, Atlanta, Georgia

June 30, 2006

City submits Project Work Plan to EPA

May 12, 2006

The City is selected by the EPA to receive the brownfield grant

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