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Bellingham City Council Awards Post Point Upgrade Contract Despite Community Concerns. So, What’s Next?

On August 16th, 2026, Bellingham City Council awarded a $40.9 million contract to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC “ for the installation of upgraded air pollution control equipment at the Post Point Wastewater Treatment Plant.” While this is a major disappointment, RE Sources is committed to working toward a faster transition to cleaner and healthier technologies.

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On August 16th, 2026, Bellingham City Council awarded a $40.9 million contract to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC “ for the installation of upgraded air pollution control equipment at the Post Point Wastewater Treatment Plant.” While this is a major disappointment, RE Sources is committed to working toward a faster transition to cleaner and healthier technologies.

This “upgrade” project is the result of a 2025 settlement between the City of Bellingham and the Northwest Clean Air Agency (NWCAA).

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Source publication: Aug 31, 2026
Source checked: Sep 30, 2026
Brief prepared: Sep 25, 2026

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