On January 30th, Winona, Minnesota commissioners voted unanimously to provide funds for the asbestos removal and demolition of two buildings located in the city’s downtown district. The project is expected to cost approximately $298,323. The two buildings cited for the project include the Charter Communications building and the Chrysler Winona building.

Many older buildings were constructed with materials containing asbestos due to the fact that use of the dangerous substance was not regulated until congress formed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in the 1970’s. Today those that work around asbestos are required to wear the proper protective gear to limit health risks.

Asbestos removal projects must be conducted by licensed and trained contractors in order to prevent exposure to asbestos fibers that are known to lead to the development of a number of often fatal diseases. Such diseases include asbestosis, mesothelioma, and lung cancer. Because diseases caused by exposure to asbestos fibers typically have such a long latency period finding effective treatment options for those diagnosed is very rare.

Those pieces of the Chrysler building that can be salvaged will be held in preservation at the Winona County Historical Society.

There is no word yet as to when the asbestos removal and demolition project will begin or when it is estimated to be complete.

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