Last Chance to Weigh In: Community Input Due 2/13 on Toxic Soil Cleanup

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is seeking community input on the planned exterior soil cleanup at the Franklin Elementary School site in Altadena following wildfire impacts. A post-fire investigation found contamination in exposed soils, including areas affected by building demolition. Cleanup planning is underway, with work expected in summer 2026 ahead of the school’s reopening. DTSC is asking residents how they want to receive updates, what concerns they have, and whether they’d like to participate in future meetings. Survey responses are due by February 13, 2026.

If you live in the surrounding community or your child will attend school there, find the survey here. This is a school site with direct fire damage. EFRU will seek out any information reported on what indoor remediation was conducted.

The deadline for this resource has passed.