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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Alicia Griggs on NYCHA Living Conditions and Son's Death

2:49:20

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3 min

Alicia Griggs provided emotional testimony about the death of her son, Michael Gavin Sentron, which she attributes to environmental hazards in her NYCHA apartment at Jacob Riis Houses. She detailed various health issues experienced by her family and expressed frustration with NYCHA's lack of action regarding testing and transfers.

  • Griggs reported the presence of arsenic, asbestos, lead, mold, and other contaminants in her building
  • She mentioned bringing concerns to environmental lawyers and the DEC, but felt proper protocols were not followed
  • Griggs stated she was granted a transfer a year ago but it hasn't been implemented, and she refuses to pay rent due to civil rights violations