Public Meeting Set for Proposed Ekalaka Property Abatement and Demolition

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Great Northern Development Corporation and Carter County will hold a public meeting on April 22 to gather public comment on a proposed project to use EPA Brownfields Revolving Loan Funds to conduct abatement and demolition at the site of the old Dahl Memorial Hospital building in Ekalaka, Montana. The meeting will present an Analysis of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives and provide an opportunity for community members to express their opinions on the proposed project.

Why it matters

The redevelopment of the old Dahl Memorial Hospital site in Ekalaka is an important community project that aims to address environmental concerns and prepare the property for future use. Public input is crucial to ensure the project aligns with the needs and priorities of local residents.

The details

The public meeting will cover the proposed use of EPA Brownfields Revolving Loan Funds to conduct abatement of hazardous building materials and demolition of the old Dahl Memorial Hospital building at 215 Sandy Street in Ekalaka. An Analysis of Brownfields Cleanup Alternatives will be presented, and community members will have the opportunity to provide oral or written comments on the proposed project.

• The public meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3 p.m. via Zoom.
• Written comments on the proposed project can be submitted until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026.

What’s next

After the public meeting, Great Northern Development Corporation and Carter County will review the public comments received and determine the next steps for the proposed project.