The city’s efforts have greatly reduced lead poisoning among children. But those who still suffer say officials must tighten enforcement if they’re serious about ending the problem.
With more than seven years and 650 audits under his belt, Comptroller William Thompson helms a uniquely powerful watchdog function across all of city government.
State Assemblyman Adam Clayton Powell IV and his chief of staff issue a call to action over conditions at a landmark housing development, but find little traction.
