Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb on Thursday issued a 30-day emergency declaration for the East Chicago Superfund Site -- the 322 acres of land that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proclaimed was contaminated by lead pollution. The declaration comes after former Governor, now Vice President, Mike Pence denied a similar request before he left office.
The declaration is aimed at helping relocate nearly 100 people who live in the Calumet Neighborhood housing project and engaging agency leader in the new federal administration.
Holcomb's declaration calls for, among other tings, that Mayor Anthony Copeland issue a written assessment by March 5th of any additional services and resources that he sees will be needed -- and any other federal resources, if available, that can assist in the area.
EDITOR'S NOTE: IPB News assisted in this report.
