A group of concerned citizens have launched a petition to oppose the proposed location of a new wastewater treatment plant by the city of Lawrenceville.
The proposed site is at the location of the former Lawrenceville High School at 503 8th Street.
The building was sold by Lawrence Unit 20 in 2014 and caught fire and burned in 2017.
It has sat untouched and vacant since with the city going to court to get the current owner to remediate the property.
It is hoped that through legal avenues, the city can obtain the building and tear it down clearing the way for the new treatment facility.
The petition raises serious concerns about the potential negative effects the plant could have on public health, quality of life and business in that area of the city.
Opponents say that improved and modern infrastructure is important, but the location must be chosen carefully to avoid harming residents and families, small businesses and the long-term economic health of the city of Lawrenceville.
The petition already has 195 signatures with a goal of at least 500 before being presented at the next City Council meeting on Thursday, May 8th.
It can be seen at www.change.org/LawrencevilleWWTP.
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