Lead abatement programs have been providing significant federal funding to communities for decades, but what tangible impact have those millions of dollars had on lead removal?
In an investigation conducted by the Erie Times-News, we reviewed documents and data from the city of Erie Redevelopment Authority to learn how much money has been received over nearly 30 years, and where it has gone.
Here are the three takeaways from this investigation into lead abatement in Erie. Look for the first story to hit newsstands in the Sunday Weekend section.
Erie's lead pipe replacement plan: Where does the $50 million project stand?
Millions in federal funds came to Erie
An investigative report by Kevin Flowers discovered more than $21 million in federal funding has come to the city since 1997 to combat lead-based paint in homes. These funds have been used to deal with lead-based paint from approximately 1,000 homes throughout the county. Is this the tip of the iceberg, or have these funds help make a significant dent in the issue?
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