location:pennsylvania

Eligible Applicants: Public schools and regulated child care facilities located in Pennsylvania with lead in drinking water sample results within 36 months of the application date showing outlets exceeding the remediation trigger level of 5 ppb. <br /><br />Eligible projects to be funded by this program include drinking water lead reduction activities for public schools and child care facilities. These lead reduction activities must follow the EPA’s 3Ts guidance and all applicable drinking water standards. Eligible projects must demonstrate drinking water lead levels in apprpriate fixtures exceed the lead trigger level of 5 ppb. Approved lead reduction activities may include purchasing and installing approved hydration stations, POU devices certified to remove lead, and lead-free faucets used for food preparation or drinking. These costs include the purchase of the unit plus installation labor costs. Labor funded through this grant is subject to stipulations required by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.