Recommendation CC.58
Recommendation Status: New
Create a publicly and privately funded region-wide Lead-Free Communities Partnership that provides lead-based paint risk assessments and abatement while providing services for children residing in housing units in need of lead abatement.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Lead based paint and pipes disproportionately impact minorities, renters and those in poverty.
Removal of lead in the environmental is essential for improved public health.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Complete Communities
Sustainable Infrastructure
Responsible Growth
Leading the Region
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-5 mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Public Health
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
St. Louis Integrated Health Network (IHN)
The Missouri Foundation for Health
Community and neighborhood organizations
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
Federal and State Grants
Private donations
St. Louis County CDBG
Partners’ general operating revenue
Tracking Implementation
Publish annual updates.
Tracking Success
Number of treated of lead-based homes in the County.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Establish a county-wide citizen task force to work with all public health departments.
If underperforming, what should we do?