In Cleveland's Slavic Village, residents near an abandoned landfill are concerned about health risks tied to the site's history. The landfill, operational from 1949 to 1988, is associated with health issues among locals, like Sierra Brown's sick children. The EPA has proposed a $20 million cleanup and solar project, but access to federal funding was complicated by political conflicts. Community members worry that their city's needs may not align with federal priorities, especially amid fears of losing essential support due to changing political landscapes.
The EPA had approved a $20 million plan to clean up the site and cover it with solar panels to help lower city residents' energy costs.
Amid widespread confusion over what federal funding remains available for a host of priorities, Cleveland now finds itself at the center of a growing storm over what it stands to lose.
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