Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources and the earthwork
contractor throughout the process to
continue to investigate the extent of
contamination and keep work plans
for handling the materials up to date.
“One of the challenges was getting
all of the documentation that the
WDNR needed in place and yet
keeping project construction on
schedule,” Wahlstrand said. “This was
an extremely aggressive schedule
for the soils remediation fieldwork
and reports. The professional and
responsive guidance we received from
the WDNR was invaluable.”
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Site work was also complicated by the
very location of the property. The site
overlooks the City’s Phoenix Park and
the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers.
“With contaminated soils being
moved and summer activities in
nearby Phoenix Park and the farmers
market, the contractor needed to stay
on top of dust control,” Wahlstrand
said. Workers at the site kept the
soil moist as needed to reduce or
eliminate dirt blowing into the park
and followed established hours when
work could be completed. “This is
a beautiful site with a great view of
the rivers and the park. Working at
the site and constructing a building
there carried an extra layer of
responsibility,” she said.
Regulatory assistance
appreciated
Ayres also helped with obtaining state
Department of Safety and Professional
Services building permits and
coordinating with the City through the
review and approval process. Johnson
said she appreciated help navigating
the requirements of the various
agencies.
“Disa was very clear in her responses
in an otherwise very complicated
process,” she said. “She made it easier