Contract AwardLegal & ComplianceDetected Jul 22, 2026

Retainer agreement with a law firm to authorize the city to enter into a class settlement for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) detected in airport well number two.

The settlement is against 3M and DuPont, manufacturers of aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) used at the airport. The detected level of PFOS in the well was 2.6 nanograms per liter, exceeding the trigger level of 2.0 nanograms per liter. The well has been taken offline. The retainer fee for Bartlett Law is 25% of the settlement amount. Funds are not restricted and can be used to assist with the water system, including potentially relocating the well. The deadline to join the settlement is July 31st of this year. Inferred: The city is seeking to recover costs associated with managing PFAS contamination and ensuring safe drinking water.

City of Riverton7/21/2026 Riverton, WY Regular Council Meeting

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