Lead Line Replacement Plan Advances
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North Riverside plans to replace about 220 lead service lines annually from 2027 through 2037, with total replacement costs estimated at approximately $35 million.
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What this means
The proposed 10-year schedule would replace lead service lines throughout the Village, beginning on the west side based on water-system priorities. Crews may also replace aging watermains and related infrastructure while streets are open. Staff will pursue state loans and grants and develop funding options, including possible water-bill changes, but no funding plan was finalized.
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- The committee discussed a 10-zone lead service line replacement plan covering approximately 220 lines per year from 2027 through 2037.
- Staff will continue pursuing IEPA loans and available grants and gather additional funding information for upcoming budget discussions.
- No final decision was made on water-bill changes or other funding mechanisms.
- The April 14, 2025 committee minutes were approved unanimously.
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