September 27, 2004

USCM/DUPONT SPOTLIGHT ON EXCELLENCE AWARDS

$160,000 COMPETITION 4 & 5 ANNOUNCED!

A combined competition, this round is unique in that a total of $160,000 will be awarded to 4 cities for their proposals to create lead-safety initiatives in their communities. Four awards will be given — one award of $70,000, one award of $40,000, one award of $30,000 and one award of $20,000.

Applications must be postmarked by OCTOBER 22, 2004

Visit the official website — www.cusponline.org — for application and competition details.

For more information, contact CUSP Managing Director Ellen King by phone at 202-861-6798 or by e-mail at eking@usmayors.org