Wilkin Announces Funds to Remove Toxic Lead in Pike and Fayette County Homes

COLUMBUS—State Senator Shane Wilkin (R-Hillsboro) today announced that Fayette and Pike counties will receive funds to support lead abatement projects. The Ohio Department of Development is distributing $1.6 million to 82 low- and moderate-income households in 25 communities across the state. 

"This investment will keep our families healthy and safe, protecting them from the dangerous effects of toxic lead exposure," Wilkin said. "I'm thrilled these households here in southern Ohio will directly benefit from this program."

Fayette County is receiving $30,000 to serve two households, and Pike County is receiving $25,000 to serve one.

The awards will support abatement projects including waterline replacement, window and door replacement, lead cleaning efforts, and more. 

The funding comes from Community Housing Impact and Preservation (CHIP) Lead Abatement Program (LAP) money allocated through the Lead Safe Ohio program, which is investing nearly $100 million to support lead mitigation and prevention projects.