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<br />SA'. 17 <br /> <br />Lead Based Paint <br />Of twenty cities in San Mateo County, Redwood City has one of the highest rtJmber of <br />units built prior to 1950 housing stock in San Mateo County. There is an estimated <br />amount of 3,736 units, which exist today, that may contain lead-based paint. Lead <br />based paint is an issue due to the possibility of children ingesting it. Consequently, <br />giving the potential of a serious health problem for families living if' Redwood City. <br /> <br />General Community Development Needs <br />Redwood City's preschool population and aging population are the fastest growing <br />segments of the population. Within the preschool group, the need for childcare facilities <br />providing subsidized childcare services for low income households are increasing. As <br />the number of incidences of Alzheimer's increases within the senior population, including <br />non-seniors with disabilities, day care facilities will be needed to prevent early <br />institutionalization. <br /> <br />Public facilities providing adult day care and development services, homeless assistance <br />and numerous supportive service efforts will mean survival for many who are paying <br />excessive housing costs due to the current market. Additional community facilities will be <br />needed for youth if gang participation is to be minimized, and youth are encouraged to <br />strive for academic excellence. Other physical improvements that will improve the quality <br />of life for residents, including facilities serving the homeless will also be required. <br /> <br />A-9 <br /> <br />T--- <br />