The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), through the Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (CFDA 14.900), awarded $5,700,000 to the Jefferson Parish Government in Gretna, Louisiana on November 15, 2023. This Project Grant funding will support comprehensive efforts to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in privately-owned, low-income housing within the parish. Key activities to be undertaken include lead inspections, risk assessments, interim controls, and abatement to protect children under age six from lead poisoning. The grant will also build local capacity for lead-safe work practices, promote affirmative marketing of lead-safe units, and collect data to evaluate program outcomes. The funding has a period of performance through November 15, 2027.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $700.0k | 9/27/23 | ||
| Not listed | $5.0m | 9/27/23 |