GLO

What is GLO?

The City of Fostoria has partnered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Get the Lead Out (GLO) Initiative, a free technical assistance program offering support to communities in identifying and planning for the removal of lead water service lines.

Water service lines that contain lead are known to pose health risks for people of all ages, especially children and pregnant individuals. In 2021, U.S. EPA passed the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), which mandates water departments across the country complete an inventory of all water service lines in their systems.

Fostoria is collecting information on all water service lines. The Fostoria Water Department is committed to identifying service line materials throughout the city and will work with homeowners to plan for lead service line replacements where needed in the coming years.

The Fostoria Water Department requests residents’ cooperation with the upcoming on ongoing door knocking efforts and is looking forward to collaborating with the community to identify and replace lead service lines to ensure the health and safety of all residents in Fostoria.

Get the Lead Out (GLO) Initiative – Update 6/30/2025

Schedule an Appointment:

As part of our ongoing efforts to improve water quality and ensure the safety of our community, the City has completed two rounds of door-to-door outreach as part of the Get the Lead Out (GLO) initiative. Thank you to all residents who have participated so far.

What’s Next: Potholing Begins Late July/Early August

The next step in our process is to begin potholing—a method of safely digging small holes to visually inspect and identify unknown water service lines.

Timing: Work will begin in late July or early August
Impact: Only certain properties will be affected. If your location is scheduled for potholing, you will receive a door hanger notification 1–2 weeks in advance

Last Chance to Self-Report Your Service Line

If you haven’t yet identified your service line material, this is your last chance to do so before potholing begins. You have two options:

Self-Report Your Service Line:
Complete our quick online survey here: Click Here for Survery
Schedule an Appointment:
Contact our Water Department, and a technician can assist you with identifying your service line. 419-435-2486

GLO "Get the Lead Out" Initiative

What is GLO?

Get the Lead Out (GLO) Initiative – Update 6/30/2025

What’s Next: Potholing Begins Late July/Early August

Last Chance to Self-Report Your Service Line

For More Information

Did We Miss You?

GLO "Get the Lead Out" Initiative

What is GLO?

Get the Lead Out (GLO) Initiative – Update 6/30/2025

What’s Next: Potholing Begins Late July/Early August

Last Chance to Self-Report Your Service Line

For More Information

Did We Miss You?

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