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Grant FundingPublic HealthDetected Jun 2, 2026

Jefferson County’s Public Health department is expanding its Lead Rental Registry Program in the City of Watertown, which targets lead exposure risks in pre-1980 rental units. The NYS Department of Health has increased the County’s annual award by $35,775, raising the total annual funding to $589,975 for the 2024–2029 grant period, and the 2026 budget is amended to add staff time, advertising, professional fees, operating supplies, and training. This signals a significant, multi-year investment in proactive lead hazard identification, landlord engagement, and compliance in the rental housing stock. With new spending on personal services, outreach, and professional services, there is an opportunity for vendors offering inspection and data management software, landlord outreach and education tools, training services, and environmental testing or remediation consulting to support the County’s efforts over the remaining grant years.

Additional funds are allocated to salaries, advertising, professional fees, operating supplies, and ...

Jefferson CountyLead Rental Registry Program expansion for pre-1980 Watertown rentals

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