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Girard outlines service-line replacements tied to EPA lead-and-copper rule; work likely to start in June
Summary
City staff reported that line locates are complete and the city is waiting on valves and pipe materials; a waiver allows replacement up to 1 foot from foundations, rolled copper is acceptable but soldered copper must be replaced, and PVC/PEX lines are not targeted.
City staff told the Girard City Council on May 4 that the city is preparing to replace customer service lines to comply with the EPA lead-and-copper rule. Staff reported that line locates are complete, materials (valves and pipe) are delayed, and work is likely to begin in June once supplies arrive.
A staff member explained the city's replacement protocol and a developed waiver that permits crews to replace service lines up to 1 foot from the foundation of a house. Staff said rolled copper lines are acceptable and do not require replacement, but soldered copper lines must be replaced; PVC and PEX service lines are not targeted under the current plan.
No funding detail or timeline beyond "probably going to start sometime in June" was recorded; council members directed staff to proceed with preparations and return with follow-up information as needed.
