Chevron offers to pay Pullman for contaminated soil cleanup

Chevron has offered Pullman $112,877 to cover costs incurred from cleaning up contaminated soil discovered during the downtown revitalization project. The Pullman City Council is set to accept this offer at its upcoming meeting. The contamination was found last summer while construction crews worked on underground utilities near a former Chevron gas station, resulting in the removal of over 526 tons of contaminated soil. The city's expenses included disposal fees, testing, engineering, and materials required by state departments. Acceptance of Chevron's offer would release the company from liabilities associated with the downtown improvements.

Project Downtown Pullman aims to enhance Main Street, which has faced delays due to additional contamination and supply chain challenges. Originally projected to last four months, the project has extended into 2025. The initiative has received substantial funding, including $9. 5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act.