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Officials say Lawrenceville drinking water is safe; council reviews sewer-rate options to fund $20 million plant

Council of the City of Lawrenceville · April 9, 2026
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Summary

Utilities Superintendent Tipsword told the council that "Lawrenceville drinking water is safe to drink" as the Mayor outlined possible sewer-rate increases to finance a state-mandated $20 million wastewater treatment plant based on HMG and Kemper reviews.

Utilities Superintendent Tipsword told the Council that "Lawrenceville drinking water is safe to drink," noting daily testing with monthly samples sent to the Illinois EPA. The statement followed routine operational updates about sampling and testing protocols.

Mayor Courtney reported that HMG Engineering and Kemper have provided reviews showing proposed sewer-rate increases would be needed to fund loans and grants for construction of a $20-million wastewater treatment plant the state is mandating. Council discussion noted the proposal is intended to cover financing; the meeting record does not include proposed rate amounts or a timetable for formal rate hearings.

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