Water Reservoir Condition Assessment
Summary
A resident presented a 200-signature petition and evidence packet about peeling lead paint on the reservoir, which sits near a daycare, playground, and dog park. She's asking for temporary containment, independent soil testing, and a public cleanup timeline. Staff will respond June 15.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Replacement reservoir design is already budgeted, but interim mitigation costs are unknown.
Families near the reservoir, including daycare and playground users, if mitigation happens quickly.
Nearby residents face potential lead exposure from wind-blown dust and stormwater runoff if nothing is done.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council (Regular) - Nov 2, 2026
City Manager Peter Brandom will share an informational memo assessing the condition of the city's water reservoirs — key infrastructure for drinking water and fire protection.
City Council (Regular) - Jun 15, 2026
Following a community member's concern, the city has an environmental consultant working on a scope to sample the reservoir's paint and surrounding ground; results expected in a couple of months.
City Council - Jun 1, 2026
A resident presented a 200-signature petition and evidence packet about peeling lead paint on the reservoir, which sits near a daycare, playground, and dog park. She's asking for temporary containment, independent soil testing, and a public cleanup timeline. Staff will respond June 15.
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