Summary
The city is applying for a competitive EPA grant to clean up the long-vacant historic Bearinger Building — removing asbestos and lead paint — so it can become about 48 affordable apartments with retail space. No city match required; winners announced by end of May.
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Last discussed Jan 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
No city match; EPA's national pot is roughly $107 million across about 36 grants.
✅Who benefits
Future affordable-housing residents, downtown vitality, and anyone who wants that vacant landmark back in use.
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