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Resident requests help with lead service line replacement; council offers assistance with grants
Summary
Resident Drew Pierson presented cost estimates for replacing a lead service line at 221 E Wilson; Councilmember Hennes said the city could provide help applying for grants though the city budget is limited, and Pierson volunteered to research grant options.
Resident Drew Pierson addressed the Oxford City Council during Other Business to request assistance for replacing a lead service line at his home, 221 E Wilson. Pierson brought cost estimates and described what some other towns do to match or offset homeowner costs.
Councilmember Hennes responded that larger neighboring municipalities such as Iowa City have more funding capacity and that Oxford would be glad to accept help applying for grants. Pierson said he has extra time and will look into available grant opportunities and assist with applications.
The transcript records the presentation of estimates and an offer to pursue grants but does not record a formal vote, a commitment of city funds, or a specific grant program to be pursued. The council’s response was limited to offering assistance with grant writing and application rather than a direct funding pledge.
