Background

The Chelsea Creek Comparative Risk Assessment is a unique project designed to help address community concerns about the environment and public health issues. This project will collect and share detailed information with local residents, people from all levels of government, community and environmental groups, and academia on some of the most important local environmental, public health, and social issues.

This Comparative Risk Assessment will do more than just provide information to the public. Information from this project can supplement existing efforts to restore and revitalize the environment and improve public health for residents in the Chelsea Creek area.

Key Project Members:
Chelsea Human Services Collaborative
Chelsea Creek Action Group (CCAG)
Chelsea Green Space & Recreation Committee (Green Space)
Neighborhood of Affordable Housing (NOAH)
Greater Boston Urban Resources Partnership (GB-URP)
US Environmental Protection Agency, New England - Urban Environmental Initiative

Top Issues From Community Surveys:
Environmental Issues:
Air Pollution
Trash
Water Quality in the Chelsea Creek
Drinking Water Quality
Open Space
Noxious Odors
Public Health Issues:
Respiratory Problems
Cancer
Asthma
Social Issues:
Noise
Traffic
Drugs
Housing
Health Care/Insurance