CITGO is committed to transparency and community safety. In response to feedback during recent community meetings, CITGO has restarted two remote, real-time benzene fenceline monitors along the eastern property line of the refinery. These monitors were originally installed as part of a 2017 agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).

CITGO will operate these monitors in line with the requirements established in the 2017 USEPA agreement. Data from both remote monitors will be published on the CITGO Community News website. Published reports will include wind speed, wind direction, and benzene concentrations.

• The benzene monitors will be maintained by AECOM, an independent third-party contracted by CITGO.
• Console Supervisors monitor benzene concentration levels in real time from the CITGO Control Room to ensure ongoing oversight.
• Should levels exceed the action level, a field investigation will be conducted to identify any potential sources and take corrective actions.
• Should there be an event that requires notification to the community, CITGO will immediately contact local and regulatory agencies, including local police and fire departments, Illinois Emergency Management Agency, and Will County Emergency Management.

CITGO remains dedicated to keeping our neighbors informed and protecting public health. We encourage community members to visit our website for the latest information and updates.