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The deal angered residents and officials who said the $1 million should have gone to a project benefitting the local community because most of the alleged violations occurred in the vicinity of Honeywell's 34th Street facility, which is north of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Instead, the money was directed to the Western Governors' Association for use as part of the Western Climate Initiative's efforts to 'develop regional strategies for addressing climate change.'
'The residents of (this district) have been living with environmental disparities for years,' said state Sen. Leah Landrum Taylor, who represents the area. 'I was very concerned that the current settlement did nothing to compensate them for the years of neglect towards their property, their health and their livelihood.'
After a meeting Monday, the parties agreed that the environmental-quality department will use $1 million in air-quality-research money to develop a three-pronged strategy for addressing air pollution in south Phoenix, an area peppered with industrial businesses and uses.
The project includes measuring diesel exhaust, particulates and lead concentrations in the air; enhancing asthma, respiratory-health and lead screening for children and adults; and working to better provide referrals and treatment for those who need medical care, Taylor's office said.
Officials also plan to schedule a community forum to address residents' questions about the Honeywell settlement and ongoing cleanup efforts in the area.
'We hope that this is a clear message that we are looking after this community,' state Rep. Ben Miranda said
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