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State reduces Jersey City lead remediation grant; city urges wider outreach to boost participation
Summary
A competitive state DCA lead‑remediation grant awarded to Jersey City was increased then cut back to $1.5M because of low participation; city officials said outreach and staffing shortages limited take‑up and proposed mailings with tax bills and more cross‑training of inspectors to increase applications.
Director Richardson presented the city’s lead remediation and abatement grant history and recent adjustments at the caucus. The state initially awarded $1.3 million, increased funds to $2 million when eligibility expanded from 1–4 unit properties to up to 10 units, and then reduced the award to $1.5 million due to lower than expected participation.
Richardson said the…
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