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March 13, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Cleveland Water is on the verge of securing $150 million to continue its ambitious lead service-line replacement initiative, ensuring safer water for all residents!

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Cleveland Water seeks $150 million in year‑5 lead service‑line funds; council approves consulting authority and notice amendment
Cleveland Water told the committee it will apply for up to $150 million from Ohio EPA under the federal bipartisan infrastructure law to continue lead service line removal in year 5, with contracts split across multiple vendors; committee approved an emergency ordinance authorizing consultants and added a clerk‑notification amendment.
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May 22, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Milwaukee is set to eliminate lead service lines with a groundbreaking $19.3 million loan that will be forgiven, paving the way for safer drinking water!

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Water Works seeks state forgiveness loan; midyear report shows progress toward 5,000 replacements
Comptroller and Water Works staff told the committee a $19.338 million state loan (expected to be forgiven) would fund roughly 4,600 lead service line private-side replacements; Water Works reported 3,464 replacements to date toward a 5,000 goal and average replacement cost near $7,800.
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September 17, 2026 at 7:53 AM
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Boston homeowners can take advantage of free lead service-line inspections and up to $8,000 for sewer lateral repairs—don’t miss out on these vital assistance programs!

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Boston Water and Sewer details free lead service replacements and up to $8,000 in sewer-lateral aid
BWSC told the City Council committee it provides no-cost lead service-line inspections and replacements and a sewer lateral program that can reimburse up to $8,000 for repairs; officials said many lead lines have been replaced with only a few thousand accounts remaining.
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August 15, 2026 at 12:58 AM
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Glendale is taking a bold step to eliminate lead service lines with a $126,890 contract, unlocking funding that could forgive up to 50% of the costs!

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Council OKs $126,890 contract with Mid City to finish lead service replacements
The council authorized a $126,890 contract with Mid City Corporation to replace remaining lead service lines; funding will use the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program with up to 50% principal forgiveness and a 0.25% interest rate on the remainder.
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August 3, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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North Aurora is taking a bold step to tackle lead service lines by relocating water mains, paving the way for crucial funding to ensure safer drinking water for its residents.

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Board approves $189,893 EEI agreement to relocate water main ahead of lead service replacements
Trustees approved a design agreement with Engineering Enterprises (EEI) for $189,893 to relocate backyard water mains into street rights-of-way in a neighborhood with high concentrations of lead service lines, improving eligibility for IEPA funding.
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July 26, 2026 at 5:27 AM
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Pine Island is taking a major step towards safer drinking water by replacing 47 lead and galvanized service lines at no cost to homeowners!

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Council approves PFA grant and bid advertisement to replace lead and galvanized service lines
Pine Island approved a PFA grant agreement and plans to advertise bids to replace 47 identified lead or galvanized water service lines at no cost to homeowners, with the city to pay up front and seek 100% reimbursement.
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July 25, 2026 at 4:22 AM
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Milford is taking bold steps to eliminate lead and galvanized water service lines, with the Regional Water Authority set to kick off a major replacement program this summer!

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Board approves RWA access to replace lead service lines; vote 13‑2
The Milford Board of Aldermen authorized the Regional Water Authority (RWA) a limited right of entry to replace lead and galvanized service lines in the city after a detailed presentation and debate over indemnification, disposal and funding. The vote passed 13 yes, 2 no.
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July 10, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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Fremont City Council just approved a $662,170 contract to tackle lead service line replacements, unlocking up to $8 million in state funding for a healthier community!

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Council approves $662,170 contract with JEO to manage Fremont lead service-line removals
Facing an EPA/state mandate to identify and remove lead service lines, council approved a two-year $662,170 contract with JEO to manage program setup, documentation, outreach and compliance to secure $8 million in state funds; council voted 7–0.
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July 4, 2026 at 1:13 AM
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Flint, Michigan finally completes its lead pipe replacement! 🎉 A decade-long journey ends with safer water for residents. #FlintWaterCrisis #LeadPipeReplacement #CleanWater
Flint completes lead pipe replacement 11 years after beginning of water crisis
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July 12, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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Shorewood's Water Utility is set to tackle lead contamination head-on by funding private-side service line replacements, with the PSC backing a significant financial assistance program.

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PSC approves Shorewood rate change to fund grants for private lead service-line replacements
The Public Service Commission approved the Village of Shorewood’s request to recover grant costs for a financial assistance program (FAP) that will pay 50% of private-side lead service-line replacements, authorized a systemwide allocation of $30,000 in administrative costs, approved an agreed accounting treatment, and directed Shorewood to return for a rate case within two years.
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February 22, 2026 at 8:46 PM
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Flint's Lead Pipe Replacement Program Nears Completion, Offering Lessons for Other Cities
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FLINT, Michigan - Nearly a decade after the water crisis that thrust Flint into national headlines, the city's lead pipe replacement program is approaching its final stages, albeit with lingering chal
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June 29, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Ohio is grappling with 745,000 active lead service lines, a public health crisis that threatens children’s cognitive development and demands urgent funding for replacement.

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Officials warn Ohio still has hundreds of thousands of lead service lines; infrastructure funding seen as critical
Representative Dontavious Jarrells and other panelists highlighted the scale of lead service lines in Ohio — cited at 745,000 — and described the consequences for children’s health, water affordability and the need for targeted replacement programs and funding.
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October 15, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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Columbus is investing $50 million to replace lead water service lines, ensuring safer drinking water for its residents while minimizing disruption.

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City's Division of Water Launches $50M Lead Service Replacement Initiative
Division of Water details $50 million investment for nine water line replacement projects.
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August 22, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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New London City Council just approved a $5.9M project to replace lead service lines, significantly improving public health while cutting costs by nearly half!

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New London Council approves $5.9M lead service line replacement project
Council finalized funding for a reduced-cost lead service line replacement project in New London.
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March 18, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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The St. Louis Board of Aldermen just voted on a controversial water meter mandate that could hit homeowners with unexpected costs amid a heated debate over lead service line replacements.

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St. Louis board perfects water‑meter mandate after debate over $10,000 lead‑pipe cost and $2,000 meter‑set fee
After hours of debate about lead‑service replacement costs and a failed exemption for tornado‑impacted homeowners, the Board perfected Board Bill 28 requiring meters on certain new or major‑rehab water service connections. The Water Division will supply meters; members disputed whether homeowners must still pay roughly $2,000 to set meter pits when replacing lead lines.
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June 20, 2026 at 2:32 AM
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Hamtramck's City Council just greenlit a groundbreaking $5.6 million plan to replace hundreds of lead service lines, setting the stage for a healthier future!

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Hamtramck approves $5.6M water bond, awards contracts to replace lead service lines
Council approved a $5.6 million water/sewer revenue bond with roughly half principal forgiveness and awarded construction and management contracts to replace hundreds of lead service lines, with city staff describing a low-interest 30-year loan structure and a plan to replace roughly 590–700 lines.
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June 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Hamtramck's aging water and sewer systems are facing a $300 million shortfall, and residents might see their bills rise as grant funding dwindles.

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Hamtramck officials outline $200–300M water and sewer shortfall, warn residents bills may rise as grants fade
City staff and consultants told a packed Hamtramck town hall that century‑old pipes, thousands of lead service lines and a costly relief‑sewer project create capital needs in the low hundreds of millions; officials said grant funding has covered much work but may not continue, and typical residential bills could rise about $12–$20 per month if next year's rates are adopted.
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June 11, 2026 at 7:27 AM
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Wayne County is on the verge of a water safety transformation, securing $1 million to tackle lead pipe issues in Garden City, Inkster, and Redford.

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Congresswoman secures grant for lead pipe replacement in Wayne County cities
Congresswoman's grant funds lead pipe testing and replacement in Garden City, Inkster, and Redford
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June 26, 2025 at 4:40 AM
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Massachusetts is stepping up with 0% interest loans and up to 40% forgiveness to help communities eliminate lead service lines—don't miss out on this opportunity!

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Massachusetts offers 0% SRF loans and roughly 40% loan forgiveness for lead service line replacements
The Clean Water Trust and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection outlined 0% interest planning and construction loans for lead service line replacement, with roughly 40% loan forgiveness, funded via SRF grants tied to federal infrastructure dollars; applications are rolling and project readiness is prioritized.
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May 15, 2026 at 2:13 AM
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Massachusetts communities can access 0% loans and principal forgiveness for lead service line replacements—don’t miss out while funds last!

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Clean Water Trust offers 0% loans and principal forgiveness to support lead service line inventories and replacements
Jonathan Maple of the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust presented rolling 0% planning and construction loans and principal-forgiveness options tied to disadvantaged-community tiers to help communities develop inventories and replace lead service lines while IIJA funds last.
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April 4, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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Hinsdale trustees are weighing options to revamp water rates that could impact households while funding crucial lead pipe replacements—what will they decide?

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Hinsdale trustees begin debate over water-rate options and who pays to replace lead pipes
Trustees held a first reading on two water-rate options intended to raise roughly $1.25 million a year for water-system capital needs and to prepare for a state-mandated lead service‑line replacement program that the village estimates will cost about $6 million over 10 years.
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May 21, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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Dolton is taking major steps towards a brighter future with a $600,000 green-infrastructure grant application and a $4.9 million lead service-line replacement initiative!

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Dolton applies for $600,000 green‑infrastructure grant and plans lead service‑line replacements under IEPA funding
Village engineer reported an MWRD Green Infrastructure Partnership application of about $600,000 for flooding mitigation and an IEPA lead service‑line replacement project estimated at $4.9 million (IUP funded); the village also submitted street projects for repaving through a regional call for projects.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:17 AM
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Baltimore County is taking major steps to eliminate lead from drinking water, offering free excavations and replacements for service lines that contain lead—are you ready to check your home's water safety?

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Baltimore County asks residents to complete lead service-line survey; free digs and replacements offered
Baltimore County is asking residents to complete a five‑minute survey to help identify water service‑line materials, offers free meter‑excavation tests for inaccessible lines and says it will replace service lines confirmed to contain lead; survey deadline is March 31, 2026.
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November 29, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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Crown Point is making significant strides in water and wastewater improvements, with over $5 million allocated to replace lead service lines and major projects nearing completion!

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Board approves multiple SRF disbursements and hears progress reports on water and sewer projects
The Crown Point Board approved several SRF disbursements tied to long-running water and wastewater projects, heard that the 24-inch water main and Southeast wastewater plant closings are targeted for May 18, and received an update that the Lehi lead service line program has replaced 230 lines with about $756,000 remaining in grant funds.
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May 7, 2026 at 3:55 AM