About the Project

West Central Arkansas Planning and Development District (WCAPDD) received a FY23 Brownfields Assessment Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support environmental revitalization in Hot Springs and surrounding areas.

This funding enables WCAPDD to identify and assess properties that may be complicated by the presence—or potential presence—of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants. The goal is to help communities safely return these properties to productive use and promote economic growth.

Properties will be selected for funding with intended redevelopment that creates a positive economic impact to the community and supports our goals and meets EPA funding requirements. The funds can be used for environmental site assessments which include Phase I ESA & Phase II ESA and cleanup planning when necessary. As a part of this program, WCAPDD is entitled to directly fund assessments that support redevelopment efforts.

Project Period: October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2027
Total Funding: $500,000

Project Goals

Through this grant, WCAPDD will:

• Conduct Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments

• Hold community meetings to gather public input and share progress

• Develop cleanup plans (Analysis of Brownfield Cleanup Alternatives)

• Create planning documents to guide revitalization efforts

Current and Completed Sites

• Old St. Joseph Hospital

• John Lee Webb House

• 109 Oklahoma Street