Lead Enforcement Ordinance brings consequences for landlords’ inaction
Statement of Common Council President José G. Pérez July 28, 2022
I am grateful to my colleagues for their support in passing CCFN 190927 during today’s Common Council meeting. I am also proud that in the buildup to this ordinance’s passage, the Coalition on Lead Emergency assisted in providing valuable input that informed us on the community’s needs and concerns.
Overall, the Lead Enforcement Ordinance provides new and improved measures to punish those who neglect lead nuisances, while also preventing them before they can occur, creating safer living spaces for children, families, and individuals across Milwaukee.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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- MPS’s LaFollette School Cleared of Lead Risks After Stabilization Work - Milwaukee Public Schools - Jun 11th, 2025
- Sen. Baldwin Hears From Parents About MPS Lead Crisis, Chides RFK Jr. - Evan Casey - Jun 9th, 2025
- Reps. Margaret Arney and Darrin Madison Urge Joint Finance Committee to Reinstate Essential Lead Abatement Funding - State Rep. Margaret Arney - Jun 5th, 2025
- Gov. Evers, DHS Continue Administration’s Efforts to Combat Lead Poisoning Statewide with Permanent Rule - Gov. Tony Evers - May 27th, 2025
- RFK Jr. Claims ‘Team’ Is In Milwaukee Helping With Lead Crisis, Health Department Can’t Find Them - Nick Rommel - May 22nd, 2025
- MPS Announces Starms Early Childhood Center Is Cleared of Lead Dangers - Milwaukee Public Schools - May 21st, 2025
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