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RENEW HARBOR ISLAND

Work today, protect tomorrow


HARBOR ISLAND

The City of Grand Haven is diligently working to improve Harbor Island through
cleanup efforts and exploring options for future uses of the Island that will
best suit the community. Together, we are working today to protect tomorrow.


REVITALIZING HARBOR ISLAND

Harbor Island has been used for industrial purposed and waste disposal for over
100 years. These operations have resulted in environmental impacts that the City
of Grand Haven is addressing in cooperation with EGLE. The ultimate goal is
creating a plan to mitigate the health and environmental risks on Harbor Island.




PROJECT TIMELINE

Use the arrows to scroll through the timeline. The timeline helps keep the
public aware of the work being done on the island. The timeline is subject to
agency response, funding and other factors, and will be updated as information
is available. Click here for the complete timeline image in full.



 


 * RESEARCH WINTER 2021
   
   Review data and develop workplan to submit to EGLE.


 * APPROVAL SUMMER 2021
   
   Approval of workplan and well network by EGLE.


 * STAND READY SUMMER 2022 - FALL 2022
   
   Prepare to initiate background monitoring - Wetlands Permit needed from EGLE
   to proceed.


 * DRILLING FALL 2022 - WINTER 2023
   
   Some CCR Compliance wells were placed when Simms plant closed. Additional CCR
   and PFAS exploratory boreholes and sampling must be completed once EGLE
   approves a wetlands permit to allow for drilling


 * BACKGROUND MONITORING FALL 2022 - SPRING 2024
   
   Over the course of 10-12 months, testing is required every 5 weeks. Eight
   sample events are required to meet compliance. This process establishes
   site-specific background values.


 * REMEDIATION ALTERNATIVES WINTER 2022 - SUMMER 2024
   
   At this stage, initial CCR and PFAS data will be available to develop
   remediation alternatives. While analyzing remediation alternatives,
   engagement with the public will start through visioning sessions and
   activities.


 * REMEDIATION IMPLEMENTATION SUMMER 2024 - BEYOND
   
   Following alternatives analysis and agency coordination, remediation can
   begin. Remedial alternatives chosen will attempt to address both PFAS and CCR
   issues.


 * REDEVELOPMENT PLANNING 2025 - 2028
   
   After remediation plans are in place to meet compliance, or compliance met,
   development can begin.


 * REDEVELOPMENT 2028 - 2033
   
   Development plans can now be implemented.

KEY ABBREVIATIONS

 * CCR: Coal Combustion Residuals
 * PFAS: Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances
 * Phase complete
 * Current Phase

CCR Compliance requires semi-annual monitoring and reporting throughout the
duration of the project, during remediation, and years after remediation is
complete.

PFAS work requires detection of chemicals, investigation, remediation and
close-out.

*Timeline subject to agency response and funding, site conditions, and
remediation effectiveness. Harbor Island work entails two work plans needing
EGLE approval. While work is done simultaneously, when possible, either work
plan could see delays at different times.


HARBOR ISLAND

Harbor Island is home to the former JB Simms site as well as wetlands, a boat
launch, walking path, outdoor event venue, and soccer fields. Explore the map to
learn more about the island's features.


KEY FEATURES

 * FORMER JB SIMS PLANT
   
   The JB Simms Plant closed in 2020.

 * IMPOUNDMENTS
   
   The impoundments served to manage the coal combustion residuals.

 * WETLANDS
   
   Harbor Island is home to wetlands that draw a variety of birds and other
   wildlife.

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PFAS RESEARCH

As part of the environmental investigation of the former JB Sims power plant,
PFAS constituents were detected. In early 2022, the City’s environmental
consultants began preparing a Work Plan to investigate PFAS at the former plant.

The City is working closely with EGLE on a holistic approach to cleanup Harbor
Island.  The City also is exploring potential future uses for the island once
its environmental problems are remediated. The City continues to seek community
input as this process moves along the timeline.

Renew Harbor Island ~ Work today, protect tomorrow




FEATURED EVENTS

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13th Annual Wine About Winter
January 19, 2024
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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HARBOR ISLAND - WORK TODAY, PROTECT TOMORROW

A mile upstream from Grand Haven’s stunning Lake Michigan shoreline sits Harbor
Island, a once-industrial site where PFAS & CCR coexist. The City is working
alongside experts on an in-depth environmental study to identify the extent of
contamination and create a plan to address health & environmental risks. Watch
the video to learn more about this work.



The ultimate goal is creating a plan to mitigate the health and environmental
risks on Harbor Island.


FEATURED DOCUMENTS


SPOTLIGHT PRESENTATION

City Council Update 3/20/2023
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SPOTLIGHT REPORT

2023 Annual Inspection Report – Unit 3A/B Impoundments
Read More


SPOTLIGHT WORKPLAN

2022 Harbor Island Work Plan for CCR Compliance
Read More

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