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New Bedford Mayor Appoints Special Counsel to AVX Settlement

Taylor Cormier — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:58:35 +0000

A familiar name in the world of law has been named Special Counsel as the City prepares to implement a $366-million settlement between AVX and the EPA.

Mayor Jon Mitchell has appointed former attorney David Waxler, who will help develop policy, review regulations, and evaluate legal documents related to the remediation efforts in the New Bedford Harbor

Environmental Groups Push For "Reopener" Clause In AVX Settlement

Jim Phillips — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:13:51 +0000

The Buzzards Bay Coalition and Hands Across The Tiver are making a final push to secure signatures on a petition, seeking a "reopener" clause in the recently announced settlement to clean New Bedford Harbor

AVX to Pay $366mil to Fund New Bedford Harbor Cleanup

Taylor Cormier — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 19:23:11 +0000

The parent company of Aerovox has reached a settlement with the EPA regarding the New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site.