This project provides funding under the infrastructure investment and jobs act (IIJA) (PL 117-58) for city of pocatello to conduct eligible technical assistance-related activities as authorized by…

This Cooperative Agreement award, funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Brownfields Job Training Cooperative Agreements program (CFDA 66.815), provides $498,750.00 to the City of Pocatello in Pocatello, ID to conduct eligible technical assistance-related activities authorized by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The project will train and place unemployed and underemployed residents of the Southeast Idaho Council of Governments (SICOG) region in environmental careers, equipping them with industry-recognized certifications such as OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, asbestos abatement, lead abatement, and renovation/repair/painting. The training program aims to expand the pool of certified contractors able to conduct environmental remediation work in southeast Idaho. The award period is from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2030.

This project provides funding under the infrastructure investment and jobs act (IIJA) (PL 117-58) for city of pocatello to conduct eligible technical assistance-related activities as authorized by comprehensive environmental response, compensation, and liability act (cercla) 104(k)(7). The recipient will recruit, train, and place unemployed and underemployed residents of southeast idaho council of governments (sicog) region v in environmental careers with skills needed to safely conduct remediation work at solid and hazardous waste-contaminated sites, as well as appropriate training in green remediation technologies, storm water management, emergency planning and chemical safety the city of pocatello brownfield job training program objectives are to train contractors working in the project area on the identified EPA-certified courses to expand the pool of certified contractors that can complete this work in southeast idaho as well as provide those participants with skills and education to enhance their careers. The program will result in the following industry-recognized certifications for the enrollees, OSHA 40HR hazwoper certification, asbestos abatement worker, renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) and lead abatement worker. Activities:this project will train graduates to earn skills and certifications necessary to enter into environmental careers. Activities to be performed during under this project are OSHA 40HR hazwoper certification, asbestos abatement worker, renovation, repair, and painting (RRP) and lead abatement worker. Also, the recipient will report on interim progress and final accomplishments by completing and submitting relevant portions of the property profile form using EPA's assessment, cleanup and redevelopment exchange system (acres). This project will provide training to southeast idaho council of governments (sicog) region v. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:this project will provide training to southeast idaho council of governments (sicog) region v. The anticipated deliverables are: 72 individuals recruited, trained, certified, and placed in environmental careers in communities impacted by solid and hazardous waste sites and facilities. 6 classroom style trainings, practical trainings, and curricula modules. 4 brownfields job training appropriate certifications in environmental sampling and site cleanup methods. 72 individuals that receive certifications in occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120 40-hour hazwoper training. Expected outcomes from this project include: help residents of communities take advantage of jobs created by the assessment and cleanup of brownfields and the assessment, cleanup, and management of solid and hazardous waste sites and facilities while addressing sustainable community revitalization concerns. Provide training that leads to sustainable employment in the environmental field. Improve community involvement and stimulate the development of constructive partnerships. Reduce exposures to hazardous substances and other contaminants and improve the health of workers, occupants, and residents. Foster self-sufficiency and enhance the skills and availability of labor for environmental remediation in particularly impacted communities, including those that are impacted by a variety of waste facilities, blighted properties, contaminated sites, and other environmental issues. Enable residents to participate in the promotion of environmental health and occupational safety, both on the job and in their communities.