Syracuse is also in the process of finalizing a Lead Registry, a comprehensive database that will 
compile data from all lead-related programs (e.g., Lead Dust Project, HUD Program, and Lead- 
Safe Yards). 
Recordkeeping and Confidentiality 
Generally, homeowners do not want information about their home shared with their neighbors. 
To avoid this, Syracuse consolidates data without divulging specific locations. Consolidating 
data retains the homeowner s privacy and allows the ability to track trends. One way to convey 
this information is to consolidate the data on a geographical basis. 
Syracuse keeps good records to help track lead dust data and protect its participants privacy. 
Staff start a file and keep records of all correspondence as soon as a participant submits an 
application and is accepted into the program. A participant s file contains the application, raw 
data, final reports, and other correspondence. The project also tracks the progress of each par¬ 
ticipant by using a simple spreadsheet that includes the resident s basic information, lab results, 
HEPA use, and disposition of the case. Residents files are stamped confidential and kept in a 
secure location in the program management office. 
Syracuse staff learned that organizing and filing records by the participant s address makes them 
easy to find regardless of who is living at the address. The program also keeps the property 
owner s name and the resident s name in their files, since in some cases it will not only corre¬ 
spond with the person living in the home, but also with the property owner as well. For exam¬ 
ple, if the property has exceptionally high lead levels, Syracuse might contact the property 
owner if vacuuming is only a short-term solution to a larger problem. 
5.3 Web Site 
The Syracuse Lead Dust Project Web site is at <http://syrempact.lead-safe.com>, To post lead 
dust data, the site uses a map of the city showing the CBO neighborhoods. Syracuse reports aver¬ 
age lead dust levels in micrograms per square foot for pre-mitigation and post-mitigation for 
floors, sills, and window wells. Syracuse also presents individual sample points so that users can 
get an impression of the range of values. Although Syracuse reports individual values, the project 
does not report the property address or even the street, keeping that information confidential. 
The site also provides general information about the project and links to participating CBOs and 
posts educational materials and information about lead hazards. Once the web site is fully opera¬ 
tional, project staff will be able to correspond with visitors through e-mail to respond to questions 
and comments. 
5.4 Resources for Additional Information 
The following resources will provide more information on reporting the results of lead levels: 
Risk Communication in Action: Environmental Case Studies, U.S. EPA, EPA 625-R-02-011, 
September 2002. 
The Syracuse Lead Dust Project Web site shows how a map of the city linked to the CBOs is 
used to provide neighborhood-specific lead dust data. Visit <http://syrempact.lead-safe.com>. 
National Lead Information Center Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD. 
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