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New York State will provide over $130 million in 2026 to identify and replace lead service lines in the Capital Region, including Saratoga County, as part of a statewide effort to improve drinking‑water safety.
Troy, New York, has received a grant of more than $11 million to replace lead service lines, aiming to improve water safety and reduce taxpayer costs. The award, part of the Lead Infrastructure Forgiveness and Transformation program, was announced by Mayor Carmella Mantello in 2026.
New York State will spend over $130 million in 2026 to locate and replace lead service lines in the Capital Region, including Saratoga Springs, as part of a statewide water infrastructure upgrade aimed at protecting public health.
A water main rupture on August 21, 2026, flooded streets, sidewalks and a restaurant patio in Los Feliz, prompting city crews to shut off the line and begin repairs. The event reflects the neighborhood’s occasional water main failures and the municipal response to restore service.
The City of Wildwood and New Jersey Water Bank began construction on July 23 to upgrade the town’s water and storm‑water systems, aiming to boost resilience and water quality, with work expected to finish later in 2026.
