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CENTRAL MONTANA MEDICAL CENTER - HELMSLEY CANCER CENTER RENOVATION

Fergus County - Lewistown, MT

In early 2021, CMMC was approached by the Helmsley Charitable Trust for consideration of adding a cancer center to their campus to ensure residents would not have to travel greater than 100 miles to seek cancer treatment and care.  The Trust offered 6M$ to assist with construction of the new center.  The Helmsley Cancer Center at CMMC will provide comprehensive, high-quality cancer care closer to home for residents of nine-counties in central Montana with a population of over 33,000.  This “care at home” will reduce or eliminate the estimated 164,000 highway miles and over 6,000 hours travel time to urban centers for cancer patients living in the region.  Plans for the new Helmsley Cancer Center include expanded areas for Medical Oncology and support services in addition to new Radiation Oncology capability.    As part of the renovation process, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CMMC ordered a Pre-Renovation Asbestos Inspection from Tetra Tech.  On November 30 and December 1, 2021, Tetra Tech, Inc. (Tetra Tech) conducted a pre-renovation asbestos inspection at the above referenced site.  The results of the sampling confirmed the presence of asbestos containing materials at the Site.

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Current SMDC Brownfields clean up in action. 
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HARLOWTON MILWAUKEE RAILYARD

Wheatland County-Harlowton, MT

The City of Harlowton acquired the 180-acre Milwaukee Road Railyard and Roundhouse when the railroad went bankrupt in 1980. Since 2015, DEQ's Brownfields program has been assisting the City to receive over $1.8M in grants to assess and cleanup 5 acres of the most heavily contaminated section of the railyard. Approximately 14,000 cubic yards of petroleum contamination has been removed, with 15,000 additional cubic yards to be removed in 2021 and 2022. 

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Future: The City is actively planning the transformation of this 180-acre railyard and 15,000 square foot roundhouse into a city park, wetland nature walk, event center, and potential RV camp and amphitheater.

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BROADWAY APARTMENTS 

Fergus County-Lewistown, MT

The three-story brick masonry building, featuring a distinctive window displaying "Broadway," is poised for revitalization. Overall, the masonry is in good condition, requiring only minor tuck-pointing to address small cracks. Most of the double-hung windows are intact and suitable for refurbishment, enhancing their efficiency for continued use. While the building's original interior configuration remains unchanged, the removal of old plaster, electrical, and plumbing systems presents an opportunity for modernization, allowing for entirely new installations. The building has largely withstood the test of time, though a section of the west elevation suffered damage from a collapsed chimney, which has since been reframed and made weatherproof. The upcoming transformation will create contemporary open-concept loft apartments featuring industrial-light finishes, skylights, and flexible living spaces, all while retaining unique historical elements. With high demand for housing in Lewistown, these rental units will cater to the workforce market, providing competitive rates while maximizing the reuse of existing structures and minimizing demolition.

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PETROLEUM COUNTY COURTHOUSE

Petroleum County-Winnett, MT

The Petroleum County Courthouse property, located at 302 East Main Street in Winnett, Montana, is a brownfields project with plans for redevelopment into office space and low-income residential housing. The property is currently developed with a two-story, 15,270-square-foot commercial building, originally constructed in 1917. This building has served various purposes, including housing a bank, offices, and a hardware store, before being leased to the county in 1928 and converted into a courthouse. The first floor continues to serve as a courthouse, while the basement and second floor remain mostly vacant.

Plans for the future include renovating the second level into residential housing. However, the presence of hazardous materials, such as asbestos and lead-based paint, poses significant health risks, and the cost of hazardous material abatement represents a major financial challenge for the county. Despite these obstacles, this redevelopment project offers a unique opportunity to revitalize the property and provide much-needed office space and low-income housing for the local community. SMDC has been instrumental in supporting this effort by providing funding to assist the county with these redevelopment efforts, helping to ensure the success of the project and its positive impact on the area.

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WIER BUILDING

Musselshell County-Roundup, MT

The Wier Building, located in Roundup, Montana, is a brownfields project with plans for eventual redevelopment into a functional community asset. This historic building, originally constructed in the early 20th century, has served multiple purposes throughout its history and remains a cornerstone of Roundup’s architectural heritage.

Currently, the building faces significant challenges due to the presence of hazardous materials, including asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and lead-based paint (LBP). The property requires extensive abatement to address these health risks and prepare the site for future redevelopment. The County intends to abate flaking LBP and ACM in a manner that preserves opportunities for Historic Tax Credits, allowing future developers to finalize the restoration while maintaining the building's historical integrity.

Despite these obstacles, the cleanup represents a unique opportunity to revitalize the property and attract investment to the community. With the support of Snowy Mountain Development Corporation (SMDC) and funding through the EPA Brownfields program, this project is poised to transform the Wier Building into a safe and viable site, ensuring its place in Roundup's future while honoring its storied past.

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