PFAS advisory on Lemay Lake fish
Summary
A recent city postcard warned residents not to eat fish from Lemay Lake due to PFAS levels, which neighbors raised during the townhome debate; staff explained the advisory stems from newly understood 'forever chemicals,' and any new development must treat runoff before discharge.
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Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
There’s no dollar figure in the report, but the fight could affect costs for pollution controls and public health if officials act.
Residents informed of fish consumption risks.
Residents who eat fish from Lemay Lake and the lake ecosystem.
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City Council Meeting - Aug 3, 2026
A recent city postcard warned residents not to eat fish from Lemay Lake due to PFAS levels, which neighbors raised during the townhome debate; staff explained the advisory stems from newly understood 'forever chemicals,' and any new development must treat runoff before discharge.
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