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'THAT WAS OUR SHOT'
Residents say stalled upgrades and lost grants are slowing efforts to remove mold, lead paint and asbestos from aging homes.
- The city lost federal funding for the grant after the administration terminated the initiative. The cancellation followed an executive order titled "Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI," which shifted federal priorities away from equity-focused projects.
- Dewey City, a historic Black neighborhood in the city, relies on these funds to address aging sewer systems. "They just have money to live with every day," Earl Williams said.
- Organizations nationwide filed a class-action lawsuit to reinstate the grant, alleging discriminatory funding policies. However, a federal district judge dismissed the case, ruling that the agency's policy prioritizes merit and fairness.
- Following the dismissal, city officials appealed the federal court's ruling. The city continues to seek alternative ways to fund repairs for Dewey City’s sewer, water, and drainage systems, which remain in critical need of updates.
- Future environmental justice projects remain in limbo as the administration emphasizes merit-based allocation. "Where is the water dirty?" advocates asked, while the city explores local solutions to address persistent infrastructure gaps.
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