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Residents urge Las Cruces to rework lead‑and‑copper investigations, provide clearer inventories and Spanish‑language access
Summary
Speakers at the Oct. 20 Las Cruces City Council meeting accused Las Cruces Utilities of hiding records and inadequately investigating service lines under the EPA Lead and Copper Rule; they requested public posting of answers and clarification about use of a $15 million Drinking Water State Revolving Fund grant.
Several residents urged the Las Cruces City Council on Oct. 20 to require more robust lead‑and‑copper investigations, better public communication and clearer tracking of service‑line materials in the city utilities inventory.
Lynn Moorerer told council, "the city of Las Cruces is not complying with the lead and copper rule," and alleged that utility staff had instructed removal or alteration of installation and inspection dates in records. Moorerer said meter‑pit inspections…
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