MCP and its environmental consultant, SCS Engineers, are conducting two investigations at the Market Creek Plaza Shopping Center. This work is approved and being overseen by DTSC.
Environmental Work
Workers collecting soil vapor samples for analysis.
SCS Engineers collected samples of indoor air within Food 4 Less on June 20, 2024. The volatile organic compound trichloroethylene, referred to as TCE, was found at levels that require a prompt response to improve air quality. In July and August 2024, we will be taking steps to improve air flow within the grocery store and prevent underground vapors from entering indoor air. This includes installing air treatment units, sealing cracks and penetrations in the store’s foundation, and working to improve the store’s heating/air conditioning/ventilation system, including adding carbon filtration. After these improvements are made, the indoor air will be retested. Test results will be shared with DTSC to decide what further actions need to be taken. The store will remain open during this work.
Indoor Air Investigation
Picture of an indoor air sampling canister.
SCS Engineers will be testing indoor air within other buildings and collecting samples of soil vapor across the entire shopping center property to determine the extent of historic contamination and develop a plan to permanently address site conditions. This work will be conducted in phases with the first phase planned fall/winter 2024.