lead poisoning

"The timeline was too short and it was yet another unfunded mandate."

“We look for places we where can get rapid results, this is one of those places, because of the cooperative spirit that is here and the very well defined problem."

Students and teachers have been drinking bottled water since 2015 when tests showed elevated lead levels. Today, the water is scheduled to be turned back on in some elementary schools.

It’s been over three years since water fountains in some Ithaca area schools could offer students a drink. In 2015, water systems in all 12 Ithaca City Schools were shut off after tests showed elevated lead levels. However, within two weeks, the water will be turned on again at some elementary schools.