comprehensive site investigation and remediation objectives report

6.0 SITE RECONNAISSANCE AND INTERVIEWS
Ms. Heidi Radke of V3 conducted a visual evaluation of the subject property on January 8,
2008. Ms. Margie Lathrop conducted an additional inspection of 5 Terrace Lane and 7
Terrace Lane on January 15, 2008. The purpose of the field inspections was to observe the
site for conditions that imply potential environmental impact. Such conditions might include
signs of stressed vegetation, stained soil, uncontrolled dumping, the presence of underground
storage tanks, or indications of a release of hazardous wastes and/or regulated substance(s).
The field inspections included observations of adjoining properties from the site or surrounding
roads. Ms. Radke were accompanied by Mr. Phil Prassas, Jr. from Prassas Company. Ms.
Lathrop was accompanied by Ms. Diane Brzozowski, the owner of the laundromat.
Photographic documentation of V3’s field inspection is provided in Appendix II.
During the site visit, V3 conducted interviews with various individuals with specific knowledge
of the property and its history. These individuals are identified in Section 6.13, and the
information obtained during this process is incorporated into Sections 6.2 through 6.12.
Interview notes and phone logs are provided in Appendix VII.
6.1 Limiting Conditions Regarding Methodology
No limiting conditions were encountered relative to the performance of site reconnaissance
activities.
6.2 Site Utilities
The following utility services are present at the site:
Electricity
Natural Gas
HVAC
Fuel Oil
Propane
Water
Sanitary
ComEd
Nicor Gas (separate connection for each tenant)
Roof-mounted or interior units
No
No
Village of Romeoville
Village of Romeoville
6.3 Raw Material Use and Storage
A variety of raw materials were observed to be used and stored at the site. The following is a
summary of these substances and observed storage procedures.
Location
ACE Hardware
Material
Various products for
retail sale (i.e. latex
paints, cleaners, oils,
lawn chemicals)
Approximate
container sizes
Several ounces to
less than 55
gallons
Storage
Conditions
Tile floor or
shelves
Staining (if yes-REC
or de minimis)
ACE Hardware Petroleum products – One quart to 5 Flammables No
No
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