The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control awarded a $2,000,000 Project Grant on February 7, 2025 under the Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (CFDA 14.900) to the City of Dubuque Housing Division. The grant's purpose is to maximize the number of children under age 6 protected from lead poisoning by assisting local governments in identifying and controlling lead-based paint hazards in eligible privately-owned rental and owner-occupied housing. Key activities under this grant include targeted lead hazard control efforts in pre-1960 housing in low-income and minority neighborhoods, implementing cost-effective lead hazard control methods, building local capacity for lead-safe work practices, and conducting targeted outreach and education on lead poisoning prevention. The expected outcome is to protect families and children by addressing significant lead and health hazards in over 3,700 low-income homes. The sub-recipient activities are unknown at the time of award.
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