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City of Duluth seeking public comment on Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Sofidel America- Duluth facility expansion

[DULUTH, MN] - The City of Duluth is seeking public comment during a 30-day public review period, running from August 27 to September 26, 2024, on an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) that was prepared for the Sofidel America- Duluth Facility Expansion.  Sofidel America Corporation intends to expand their existing facility at 100 N Central Avenue. Proposed operations include a new process for conversion of parent tissue rolls and materials into various commercial products. Four building additions are proposed to support expanded manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, and shipping capabilities. This redevelopment project will result in approximately 588,759 square feet.

The EAW provides information on the environmental impacts of this project. The EAW is available online at https://duluthmn.gov/planning-development/environmental/environmental-reviews/ .  A hard copy is available for review at the Duluth Public Library, 520 W Superior Street, Duluth.

Written comments must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on September 26, 2024, to the attention of Jason Mozol, Planner II, 411 West First Street, Room 160, Duluth, MN 55802.

Electronic comments may be sent to jmozol@duluthmn.gov with “Sofidel Expansion EAW comments” in the subject line.  If submitting comments electronically, please include your full name and postal mailing address.

The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to receive comments on the EAW on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 5:00

pm, in the Council Chambers of Duluth City Hall, 411 West First Street, third floor.

The Planning Commission will review the written comments submitted and make a determination on the EAW at their regular meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 5:00 pm, in Council Chambers of Duluth City Hall, 411 West First Street, third floor.

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