Revival of Gladstone Pump Station for Community and Environmental Education
The Gladstone pump station, a historic site since 1960, is set for revitalization as the Rivers of Life Center reopens its museum. This initiative aims to provide hands-on training and support for local youth and the homeless community in environmental restoration efforts.
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The Rivers of Life Center has acquired the Gladstone pump station property for $200,000, previously sold to Steven Wells in 2018 for $160,000. Originally built in 1960, the station closed in 1985 due to groundwater contamination and has since been mostly unused.
The organization plans to utilize the site for expanded environmental education and job training programs, aiming to support approximately 20 participants and the local homeless population. Future projects include wildlife enhancement and outdoor classroom initiatives.
Repairs to the building are still needed, with discussions ongoing to salvage materials from a nearby site. The center previously operated the River Resources Museum until 2015 and aims to reclaim its educational mission.
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