""It's just plain horrible. This is three years in the making," she told News 12."
"NYCHA says it addresses lead hazards through its TEMPO Abatement Program, which puts occupied apartments first, with a special focus on homes where children under 6 live."
"City health data shows that Coney Island, grouped with Sheepshead Bay, had an elevated blood-lead level rate of 8.8 per 1,000 children tested in 2024."
Sandra Leon, a Coney Island mother, lives in a NYCHA apartment with deteriorating conditions, including cracked tiles and flooring, raising concerns about lead exposure. Despite having open repair tickets since 2023, no effective repairs have been made. A NYCHA report confirmed lead-based paint in her bathroom. The agency claims to prioritize lead hazard abatement, especially in homes with young children, but residents remain anxious about health risks and the slow pace of repairs. Coney Island has a high rate of elevated blood-lead levels among children, indicating ongoing community health concerns.
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