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The Board approved a 2026 lead service line replacement pilot program, backed by up to $607,500 in budgeted funding, to help homeowners finance private-side replacement costs.
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Oak Park will offer a low-interest installment loan for homeowners facing private-side lead service line replacement costs tied to the 2026 water and sewer work. If residents use the Village’s contractor, the loan can cover the full private-side cost, and some income-qualified households may also be eligible for up to $5,000 in grant help. The Board also received a presentation showing that full lead line replacement requirements could cost far more than the pilot, with estimated total costs ranging from about $107 million to $400 million depending on how the work is done. Trustees said they want more information on income impacts and future assistance options before deciding on the long-term funding approach.
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