Summary
Council advanced a $3 million Ohio EPA loan — over half forgiven — to replace lead water service lines, a major public health win for homeowners with old pipes.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $3 million borrowed, but 53% is forgiven and the rest is 0% interest.
Homeowners with lead service lines get them replaced at little to no cost to the city or residents.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (4)
Lima City Council Regular Meeting - Oct 12, 2026
The city will bid Phase 4 of its lead service line replacement program, funded through the Ohio EPA revolving loan account with 53% principal forgiveness. Councilor Wilkerson pressed for contractor accountability on dust control, street blocking, and cleanup.
Lima City Council Regular Meeting - Jul 13, 2026
Council advanced a $3 million Ohio EPA loan — over half forgiven — to replace lead water service lines, a major public health win for homeowners with old pipes.
Lima issues notice regarding water treatment
Lima issues notice regarding water treatment LimaOhio.com
Lima City Council Regular Meeting - Feb 9, 2026
Council advanced contracts for water system modeling, a 24-inch water main design, and added study work on the new water treatment plant — mostly paid from the Data Center Capital Projects Fund.
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