DC Water invites you to take the first step to “Lead Free for Me” at Martin Luther King, Jr. Library (901 G St. NW) from 0:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 5.
It’s a family-friendly event where you can bring the kids and discover DC Water is working to remove all lead water service lines in the District. The event will include activity zones with informational displays, a photo booth, a children’s zone, a chance to meet DC Water mascot Wendy the Waterdrop as well as face painting, trivia, and balloons!
The fun and games will provide attendees with an opportunity to walk through the Lead Free DC (LFDC) initiative offering free lead pipe replacements, view the construction map and interactive dashboard to see if you’ve got lead pipes and learn how to sign up for replacement or on the spot.
“Lead pipes can cause serious health implications and it’s important for District residents to empower themselves with information to replace their lead service lines,” said DC Water CEO and General Manager David L. Gadis. “DC Water has a free replacement program, and we want to spread the word through this fun, engaging event.”
Community advocates, District leaders and others will be available to answer questions about the risks associated with lead exposure in our community. DC Water is also recruiting Neighborhood Block Champions to volunteer in their community to promote the LFDC program.
The event is free open to the public and has everything you need to know about how to help get to a Lead Free DC.
