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3 issues in environment with high priority

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Former Mirro Site Environmental Remediation

Crews found extra contamination to explore at the former Mirro site, so the city reallocated remediation funds — at no added cost — and approved the final $145,011 payment wrapping up the supplemental cleanup.

4 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 21, 2026

HighEnvironment

Newton Gravel Pit Phase 2

The council approved AECOM's proposal for the second 2026 phase of work at the Newton Gravel Pit site.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jul 20, 2026

HighEnvironment

Environmental Cleanup Lawsuit

Manitowoc is taking Newell Brands to court for nearly $6 million to clean up the old Mirro site. That’s taxpayer money and a large local property on the line, so the outcome could affect both city finances and what happens to that land.

1 mentionLast discussed Apr 10, 2026