Memo outlining key messaging points and concerns regarding public perception and contractor solicitation for the cleanup program.
NYC-WTC_000159898Folder label: “E-MAILS SENT R. AVALTRONI”
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NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
AvaKroni, Robert From: Avaltroni, Robert Sent: Thursday, August 08, 2002 5:38 PM To: Ward, Chris Cc: Grob, Shauna Subject: EPA issues/Jane Kenny
As per our conversation, please find the following issues that should be highlighted to EPA.
> They have to re-emphasize to the public that the program is to reassure people. They cannot be quoted in the NY Times 'The agency says ordinary home cleaning cannot remove asbestos, toxic metals or dioxins. Specialized vacuums are required." (Barbara Stewart article of 8/7.)
> The idea to extend the HOTLINE for 45 days beyond 9/3 is problematic. We don't want a billboard approach. The residents have had ample time to call in since the first phase of the program. (The HOTLINE opened on 6/3.) This coincides with a 3-month opportunity to the day. We are looking for closure. > They cannot allow contractors to go out and solicit work. The program is announced by EPA and under the direction of EPA. We can't have contractors creating confusion to people that are not interested nor in need of a test or cleanup. This needs to be articulated to the contractors during the pre-qualified bid meeting. We need to inform the potential bidders if solicitation is used, they will be in default and removed from the program. This can't be a program driven by contractor dollars.
> While it seems impossible to accommodate Jane with respect to air sampling, piggy backed on existing contracts (exterior) you will see what can be done. (The next day, sing her a chorus of the Impossible Dream, get what you need from her and tell her you will find a way - What a guyl)
> We need the testing results from 110 Liberty Street even though they have not been able to do a complete QA. It is necessary that we have something to guide our 125 Cedar Street scope of work and program. (This is what they are holding from us as discussed.)
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NYC-WTC_000161466
Draft press announcement extending registration deadline to December 28, 2002 for lower Manhattan residents to register for EPA's cleaning and testing program for WTC dust…
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EPA staff denies soliciting letters for the individual family grant program and clarifies their role in the cleanup efforts.
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EPA-distributed memo to federal, state and city agencies with World Trade Center environmental response status updates.
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Memo confirms visual inspections for WTC debris on building roofs and facades in the downtown area with details to follow.
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Review and modifications to article on WTC debris apartment cleaning and testing registration program.
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Memo summarizes LMDC discussion on indoor air scope and exterior program details for Lower Manhattan cleanup.
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Memo on 110 Liberty pilot cleanup results and quality assurance requirements for program advancement.
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Comparison of disparate insurance premiums quoted by three firms for $50 million coverage in the emergency response.
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DEP internal memo discussing agency contacts with building owner associations and real estate groups regarding WTC-related outreach and communication.
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A project proposal outlining the timeline, methods, and justification for cleaning HVAC systems in residential units affected by World Trade Center dust.
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Memo coordinating release form and notification letter legal review for building owner distribution.
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Forwarded public inquiry from air quality scientist regarding government response to post-9/11 air pollution and lack of real-time plume modeling from the World Trade Center.
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NYC-WTC_000159807
Notice instructing staff to preserve original WTC documents as evidence for potential future legal actions against the City.
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NYC-WTC_000159808
Notice instructing staff to preserve original WTC documents as evidence for potential future legal actions against the City of New York.
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NYC-WTC_000159813
Forwarded revised Department of Health car interior decontamination protocols developed in coordination with DEP following feedback and comments from response agencies.
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NYC-WTC_000159817
Circulation of draft environmental screening benchmarks for asbestos, fiberglass, and silica in indoor air and settled dust for expert review.
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NYC-WTC_000159829
Coordination memo for WTC recovery inter-agency meeting on building and parks assessment and scope.
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