Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a legal settlement with the former Keeler Brass Company over contamination from hazardous substances like volatile organic compounds and polyfluoroalkyl substances. The settlement requires the company to conduct investigations and cleanup at the affected sites, as reported by Michigan's Attorney General's Office.
The settlement requires Keeler Brass to address contamination, including trichloroethylene, a solvent that can release harmful vapors into buildings. This responsibility covers both the affected sites and nearby areas. The Consent Decree calls for investigations at four former locations in Grand Rapids and Kentwood to assess and mitigate volatile organic compounds and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Key actions include installing systems to prevent vapor intrusion and ensure safe air quality. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will oversee the work to ensure compliance with state environmental laws, according to the Michigan's Attorney General's Office.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel stated, "Michigan residents deserve to be safe from environmental contamination in their communities," emphasizing that the settlement holds the Keeler Brass entities accountable for the cleanup and related costs, ensuring taxpayers aren't burdened. Phil Roos of EGLE added, "The settlement in this case is just one piece of EGLE’s ongoing efforts to protect public health and the environment from PFAS, VOCs, and other hazardous substances," as stated by the Michigan's Attorney General's Office.
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