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In January 2016, a number of public health providers and local government officials formed a Lead Poisoning Prevention Task Force in response to renewed concerns about lead poisoning in the community. The re-established Lead Task Force has met monthly and spearheaded the creation of this Lead Poisoning Prevention and Remediation Action Plan...

What is lead and why should we be concerned about it? Lead is a metal which is found in many areas of our environment. It is found in small amounts in the earth’s crust and has been used in manufacturing, fuel, paint, batteries, ammunition and other areas...

What is Lead? Lead is a naturally occurring element that can be found in small amounts in the earth’s crust. Even though there are some beneficial uses of lead, it is extremely toxic to humans and animals. Children under 6 years of age are most at risk for lead poisoning ...