Lead Service Line Replacement Program and State Loans

At a glance

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What: federal lead and copper rules require Lynn to inventory and replace lead service lines; the state lists it among 25 high-need communities. Records show about 224 known lead lines, 59 galvanized lines needing replacement, and 7,765 of unknown material.
Where it stands: on October 19 the commission voted (3 yes, 2 absent) to adopt bond counsel resolutions authorizing applications for clean water trust loans: a 400,000 dollar planning loan and a construction loan up to 12.675 million dollars with 40 percent debt forgiveness. Inventory, replacement plan and communication procedures are due before November 1, 2027, after which 10 percent of lead lines must be replaced each year. Replacement on both sides of the meter would be free to homeowners.

2026-10-19 - Water and Sewer Commission - Authorized state loan applications, 3 yes, 2 absent.