BALTIMORE, MD (July 1, 2008) – The Maryland Department of the Environment’s (MDE) Waste Management Administration issued two enforcement actions between June 1 and June 30, 2008 with penalties more than $5,000.

“Enforcing environmental laws is an important component of Maryland’s efforts to protect human health and the environment,” said MDE Secretary Shari T. Wilson. “We are indebted to our 132 inspectors who are responsible for enforcing Maryland’s environmental laws.

Lead Cases

Omar Osman, Maryland – 4 affected properties – On June 6, 2008, MDE issued a Settlement Agreement and Consent Order to Omar Osman equaling $8,000 for properties that were out of compliance with lead risk reduction standards.

Joseph L. Russ, Baltimore, MD – 4 affected properties – On June 3, 2008, MDE issued a Consent Decree to Joseph L. Russ equaling $7,000 for properties that were out of compliance with lead risk reduction standards.

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