U.S. Senator Marco Rubio is calling for an immediate investigation into the Monaco Arms apartments in Jacksonville, following numerous complaints about an active gas leak which he says remain unaddressed. In a letter to Marcia Fudge, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Rubio expressed serious concerns about the safety of residents at the property.
Rubio’s office received complaints on July 10, detailing potential safety hazards at Monaco Arms, including reports of gas leaks that the property management failed to resolve. Some residents claimed their natural gas bills reached exorbitant amounts due to leaking gas meters situated near their front doors. Additionally, the Senator pointed out that large propane tanks were located in precarious positions, near residential units and a playground.
Rubio’s letter expressed frustration at HUD’s apparent lack of response, suggesting that the agency has not taken any action despite being made aware of the potential dangers on July 10. The I-TEAM reached out to a spokesperson for HUD after receiving the letter. The spokesperson sent the following statement:
HUD is working with the property owner to provide tenant education as we improve safety. A gas leak is a serious health and safety issue. To maintain personal safety, gas odors must be reported immediately from a safe area away of the odor. After calling the gas provider and 911 for help, Monaco Arms residents should contact HUD’s contract administrator, North Tampa Housing Development Corporation at 800-982-5232, or . NTHDC follows-up on each reported situation until it is resolved.
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