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Community Update April 2011
EPA encourages public participation. If I
you have any questions or would like
additional information about the LAI site
and activities being conducted, please
contact:
Keith Glenn
On-Scene Coordinator
Caroline Ave. Site
732-482-1016
Glenn.Keith(@,epa. gov
Maria Ion
Remedial Project Manager
Lawrence Aviation Superfund Site
290 Broadway 20th Floor
New York, NY 10007
212-637-3967
Jon.Maria(@,epa. gov
Cecilia Echols
Community Involvement Coordinator
290 Broadway 26th Floor
New York, NY 10007
212-637-3678
Echols.Cecilia(@,epa.gov
George Zachos
Regional Public Liaison
2890 Woodbridge Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
888-283-7626
Zachos. Georgetgiepa. gov
Information Repository
Port Jefferson Free Public Library
100 Thompson Street
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
631-473-0022
Background
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is conducting cleanup
activities at the Lawrence Aviation Industries (LAI) site located in Port Jeffer-
son Station, New York. In September 2006, the EPA issued a Record of
Decision detailing remedial actions for the site, along with ground water im-
pacts to the Village of Port Jefferson. These remedial activities include the
construction of two ground water pump and treatment systems. One system
has been constructed and started operating in September 2010. The other
system is currently being built approximately one-mile downgradient of the
LAI property, at the intersection of Caroline Avenue and Brook Road in the
Village of Port Jefferson.
In 2010, EPA initiated and completed a number of projects throughout Port
Jefferson in support of groundwater remediation. Portions of the Old Mill
Pond and Old Mill Creek were cleaned and dredged. House-hold trash,
dead vegetation, and other debris was removed from the surface water and
creek embankment. Discharge piping was placed along Caroline Avenue
and Barnum Avenue to carry discharge water to the Creek. In October
2010, EPA broke ground on construction of the groundwater pump and treat-
ment system at the intersection of Caroline Avenue and Brook Road.
Current and Continuing Activities
Construction activities have successfully progressed during the first quarter
of 2011. All framing activities have been completed utilizing materials from
as many local sources as possible. A soy-based insulation was used to
weatherize the interior climate and provide significant noise reduction from
process equipment. Exterior siding chosen was generated from sustainable
and durable materials requiring little maintenance. A metal roof has been
designed and purchased that will provide solar reflectance and thermal emit-
tance to prevent a heat island effect. Many other environmental friendly
concepts are being pursued in the development of this facility, including geo-
thermal technology, pervious pavement systems, equipment reuse, on-
demand water units, and motion sensor interior lighting. EPA continues to
work with various committees and departments within Port Jefferson to cre-
ate a functioning and visually stimulating facility.
Much work has yet to be accomplished prior to the facility becoming fully
operational. However, EPA anticipates the system to be operating during
the summer of 2011, conditions permitting.
EPA plans on operating the facility for approximately 20 years in an effort to
bring levels of volatile organic compounds to an acceptable level for protect-
ing human health and the environment.
www.EPA.gov/region02/superfund/npl/lawrenceaviation
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Community Update
April 2011
Questions
Answers
How will the removal of contaminated ground-
water benefit me and my neighbors?
The removal of contaminated groundwater will eliminate any
harmful vapor that may be coming from the groundwater,
though the soil, and into indoor spaces. This activity will
improve the quality of life to residents of the village.
What will this system do to the contaminated
groundwater?
The pump and treatment system will extract groundwater by
using several wells that have been installed at pre-determined
depths. The contaminated water will be passed through a se-
ries of air strippers and carbon filters that are designed to re-
move the contaminants of concern from the water. Non-
contaminated water will then be placed into the Old Mill
Creek.
How much noise will be generated when the
facility is operating at capacity?
It is anticipated that all noise generated from the operations of
the facility will be in accordance with noise ordinance codes
as established by the Village of Port Jefferson and the Town of
Brookhaven. Noise reduction techniques have been used in
the construction of the facility and others will be utilized
when the system is operational.
Who is funding this project?
Funding for this project is through the U.S. EPA Superfund
program and not through local tax revenues. Local taxes will
not be utilized for the construction, operation, or maintenance
activities associated with this project.
What is being done to expedite the removal of
contamination from groundwater?
EPA decided to place two pump and treatment systems in an
effort to expedite the cleanup process. One plant will be con-
structed at the Caroline Avenue Field, the other will be located
directly on the LAI property in Port Jefferson Station.
What is the time frame for this project?
Construction activities for the groundwater pump and treat-
ment facility started in October 2010 and are projected to con-
tinue into Spring of 2011. It is anticipated that the system will
be fully operating in Summer 2011. After such time, the ac-
tions of extracting contaminated water and removing the con-
taminants is projected to take approximately 20 years.
Where do I get additional information on the
LAI Site located in Port Jefferson Station and
EPA activities in the Village?
The webpage provided below and the Port Jefferson Public Library,
Reference Desk.
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www.EPA.gov/region02/superfund/npl/lawrenceaviation
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