News 12 toured an area of Melrose that some community members believe is contaminated with harmful chemicals.

News 12 previously reported people in Melrose calling for action about a contaminated site.

Angel Garcia, head of the Melrose Environmental Awareness Committee, says he wants to see more from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

“Test and remediate this area environmentally. Test for the human health impacts. Report clearly, regularly, and in-person to all of the stakeholders of this community," said Garcia.

Melrose residents, like Luis Morales, say they think there could be more done when it comes to communication.

“They should communicate and let us know what’s the purpose and what’s going on here," said Morales.

The Environmental Protection Agency says while more testing is needed, the types of chemicals the site is alleged to be contaminated with - known as PCE's - can cause dizziness, headaches and possibly cancer.

Lisa Garcia, the regional administrator at the Environmental Protection Agency for Region 2 was also on the tour, and says the agency is looking forward to working with the community to turn the place around.

“While it may take a long time, there are huge opportunities to take over brownfield sites," said Garcia.