It’s been just five days since our last update, and already, this campaign is showing incredible momentum. As of writing this, we have 113 signatures and 10 amazing supporters who have donated to promote this petition. Let’s take a moment to recognize just how remarkable that is during the holiday season—a time when budgets are stretched and schedules are packed.

Your commitment speaks volumes about the urgency of this issue. Every signature, share, and dollar contributed shows that we’re building something powerful: a community of people who will not stand by as Pittsfield faces health risks tied to PCB contamination.

🎯 What We’ve Achieved

• 113 people have added their voices to demand accountability.
• 10 donors have ensured this petition reaches beyond our immediate network, spreading awareness at a critical time.

This isn’t just a number—it’s a message. It says that no matter the season, we demand better for Pittsfield and our families.

📢 What You Can Do Next

It’s time to focus our efforts on contacting the Office of Inspector General (OIG) to demand an investigation into the EPA’s handling of PCB contamination in Pittsfield.

🎯 Why the OIG?
The OIG is the federal watchdog tasked with holding agencies accountable. By contacting them directly, we’re taking our concerns to an independent body that can investigate whether the EPA’s actions—or lack thereof—violate their duty to protect public health.

📢 Contact the OIG

Email Address: OIG_Hotline@epa.gov
Subject Line: Demand Accountability for PCB Contamination in Pittsfield, MA
Example of What to Say:
Use this email template or modify it to share your personal concerns and expierences for even more impact. Your voice is important!:

Dear Office of Inspector General,

I am writing as a concerned citizen regarding PCB contamination in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Despite the EPA’s stated mission to protect human health, residents of Pittsfield continue to face potential exposure due to inadequate oversight and remediation.

I urge your office to investigate EPA Region 1’s handling of this situation and to take action to ensure that Pittsfield families are protected. You can see the growing support from citizens who also request this investigation here: https://www.change.org/pcbsinpittsfield

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information]

Celebrate the Progress

Every signature, share, and action brings us closer to our goal. If you’ve already signed, consider forwarding the petition to a friend or sharing it with a local group.

Amplify the Petition

Make sure the decision-makers hear us loud and clear. Share this petition wherever you can, especially with anyone who has influence in the Pittsfield community or beyond.

🌟 What This Means
Your involvement is making a tangible impact. This holiday season, you’ve given the gift of hope and action to Pittsfield. Together, we’re shining a light on the EPA’s failures and pushing for the justice our community deserves.

Let’s keep the momentum going into the New Year. Thank you for everything you’ve done so far—you’re making a real difference.

With gratitude,
Kaitlyn Pierce