Where it stands: At the October 15 strategic planning session council kept the goal of reducing private lead water service lines, and some members objected to the city logo on a private service line insurance mailing.
Next: Staff follow-up as directed by council.
Sources
The city's posted City Council agendas and minutes (Granicus portal: https://icgov.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1) and meeting video from the City of Iowa City YouTube channel when available. Minutes list only ayes; nays and absences are not recorded here.
Council kept the action to reduce private lead water service lines. Staff explained that a code change now requires full replacement (often $10,000 to $25,000) and that the city partners with a private insurance company recommended by the state league of cities, with some revenue going to the lead service line grant program. One member objected to promoting a specific company and said the mailing confused residents; staff said the contract is binding for now and will send its terms to council.