Communication program on environmental recovery, Lower Manhattan

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document Y

Program: Residential Report on the Environment in Lower Manhattan

o Certify that information in the report is credible and accurate based on latest scientific research using advanced research methods and technology. o Instill confidence that Lower Manhattan is a safe place to live, work and raise a family. o Demonstrate long-term commitment to environmental progress.

PAGE 3, 4, 5 The Report o Review ■ Explain environmental impact of WTC collapse. ■ Describe coordinated cleanup efforts. • Hazardous materials removal. • Dust cleanup to improve indoor and outdoor air quality. • Monitoring efforts. ■ Provide summary of results illustrating effectiveness of cleanup efforts. • Include charts and graphs showing progress made in hazardous materials removal and indoor and outdoor dust cleanup. o Current Research ■ What's in the air we breathe? • Description of substances commonly found in air in urban environments, potential health impact and generally accepted levels for each among credible scientific authorities. ■ Description of testing methods and date of sample. ■ Lower Manhattan air tables (outdoor and indoor if possible) • Table definitions. • Measurement of 5-10 substances. o Levels detected. • Vs. benchmark levels. • Vs. generally accepted levels. • Typical source. o Analysis ■ Explanation of research findings. ■ Personalization of findings, i.e., what this research means to me. o Outlook ■ Discussion of ongoing efforts and monitoring. ■ Look ahead to upcoming environmental issues related to rebuilding efforts and preliminary discussion of proactive action being taken. ■ Sidebar: General tips for maintaining a safe and healthy environment.

PAGE 6 — About This Report o Positioning text about report and agencies that contributed to it. — List of Environmental Resources o List of numbers and websites that provide additional information. — How Can I Get Involved?

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