Grant Allows Battle Creek to Continue Assisting Families with Lead Abatement

Grant Allows Battle Creek to Continue Assisting Families with Lead Abatement
Grant Allows Battle Creek to Continue Assisting Families with Lead Abatement

Since 2018, the City of Battle Creek has been selected to receive the Michigan Medicaid CHIP Lead Hazard Control Community Development Grant. Fiscal year 2026 is included.

The grant was approved for a total of $1,345,000.

In this episode of BC City Connection, Battle Creek Lead Programs Coordinator Emily Arntz discusses how the funds help families reduce the risk of exposure to lead paint – especially for children.

Episode Resources
City of Battle Creek Lead Safe Program
Michigan Alliance for Lead Safe Homes
City of Battle Creek Minor Home Repair Program
City of Battle Creek Community Development
Community Action Battle Creek

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