EPA report on FEMA residential dust cleanup activities, November 2002

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

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Sample results will require assessment for the purpose of developing background levels. These results and their interpretation will have to be transmitted to residents and building owners who participated in the study.

Prepare a final report which summarizes the study and presents the rationale used to establish background levels for the various potential contaminants of potential concern.

Expected Completion Date:

Given the voluntary nature of the Background Study it took longer than originally projected to obtain access to the number of buildings we identified. This will also result in a delay in the completion of this study, the lAG completion date will still require an extension. EPA assumed the access responsibilities from the NYCDOH. This change resulted in an increase in EPA personnel costs. The change in projected completion date and cost changes are reflected in an lAG amendment which is presently circulating.

The revised project completion date has been estimated to be April 30, 2003.

Complex Issues Encountered: None to date.

Cost Summary: (as of 10/31/02) (costs presented below include those reflected in the lAG amendment that is presently in circulation)

Budget Category Funds Authorized Funds Expended Balance Personnel $317,814 $ 52,997 $ 264,817 Travel $ 15,630 $ 10,879 $4,751 other $950 $220 $730 Sampling Contract $ 145,600 $ 68,255 $ 77,375 Analytical Lab Contract $ 705,300 $331,800 $373,500 Equipment $ 130,1522 $850.00 $ 129,150

Data Validation $ 58,800 $25,1152 $ 33,800 Contract Totals $1374,094 $489,971 $884,123

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