The City of Lima has approved funding for the fourth phase of its lead service line replacement program, keeping the project ahead of the federal timeline. City officials say more than 1,300 lead service lines have already been replaced, with phase four expected to begin in March 2027.

Lima City Council approved resolutions to begin towing nuisance vehicles that violate city code and to address increased costs for the city's nearly completed $5 million floating solar project at Twin Lakes Reservoir.

Thermometers are buried in the red this week and that has some local companies working to beat the heat.

Arctic temperatures can pose a serious risk to water pipes in homes, increasing the chances of frozen or burst lines. Utility officials say taking simple precautions can help homeowners avoid costly damage.

The city of Lima broke ground Thursday morning on the Twin Lakes Floating Solar Array, a multi-million-dollar renewable energy investment that’s been years in the making.

With little significant rainfall predicted in the near future, the City of Lima says it is well-prepared to handle ongoing dry conditions.

Lima Utilities Director Mike Caprella said the nearly 3 inches of rain that fell over the weekend have played a major role in refilling the city’s reservoirs. Rainwater runoff flows into the Ottawa and Auglaize rivers, which are then used to replenish the city’s five main reservoirs.

Lima residents can expect their monthly water bills to increase over the next 3 years. Monday night at Lima City Council, council members approved legislation to raise monthly water charges of potable and non-potable water. For the minimum user who uses less than 300 cubic feet of water per month, monthly water rates will increase 49 cents in 2025, 52 cents in 2026, and 53 cents in 2027. The average user will see a $1 monthly increase each year from 2025 through 2027. Following council, we talked with Utilities Director, Mike Caprella, about why it is necessary for these changes to occur.