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Wyckoff NJ, the town of Wyckoff issued a statement on Tuesday following criticism from residents about the lack of timely communication regarding a “boil water” advisory over the weekend. The advisory, which also affected nearby towns, was lifted on Monday after bacterial tests returned negative, but the delay in notifying residents left many frustrated.
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Ridgewood NJ, “Due to a significant drop in water pressure in a Midland Park neighborhood, related to excessive lawn watering, Ridgewood Water is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory for Midland Park and parts of Ridgewood and Wyckoff.” [Posted/shared via Facebook by Ridgewood Water on Saturday, September 21, 2024.]
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Midland Park NJ, Saturday September 21st, Ridgewood Water issued a precautionary boil water advisory for Midland Park and parts of Ridgewood and Wyckoff. Update as to the seriousness of the situation should come by 6pm Sunday) today.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Water ensures the safety and trust of the clients its serves by requiring all employees (like Joe, pictured) to carry photo ID cards and drive vehicles that are clearly marked with Ridgewood Water logo. This practice allows residents to easily identify legitimate Ridgewood Water personnel, whether they are performing routine maintenance, responding to service calls or working on infrastructure projects. Have any doubts? Ask to see the employee’s ID!
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Ridgewod NJ, at the September 4th Village Council Meeting, Rich Calbi, director of Ridgewood Water, presented an update on the construction of the PFAS Treatment Facilities.
View the presentation: https://www.ridgewoodnj.net/DocumentCenter/View/4002/PFAS-Treatment-Facility-Construction-Update?bidId=
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Ridgewood NJ, according to Village Manager Keith Kazmark , it became clear what a $150 million investment in PFAS treatment facilities looks like with the arrival of eight treatment vessels at the new Prospect station in Glen Rock. When finished next year, this site will treat over 3 million gallons of water per day.
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Ridgewood NJ, readers Continue to take issue with Ridgewood Water on receiving the “Our Water’s Worth It” award! This recognition highlights the company’s contributions to water conservation and sustainability efforts. The following is an email sent out to the Village Manager and the Village council .
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Ridgewood NJ, In case you missed it, during last week’s Village Council Work Session, Village Manager Keith Kazmark revealed that soil testing was recently conducted at the Irene Habernickel Family Park.
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Ridgewood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark stated and an email, “Three to five inches of rain are possible this afternoon into Wednesday morning, with much of the rain falling in a three-to-six-hour period, according to the National Weather Service. ”
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Ridgewood NJ, as of July 1, 2024, the Ridgewood Water Annual Quality Report is available online, revealing another year plagued with serious health risks, failed reporting, and exceeded limits. This troubling trend, spanning over a decade, is expected to persist for at least another two years.
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Ridgewood Nj, since 2015, Ridgewood Water has faced challenges with PFAS levels exceeding the limits set by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). This ongoing issue raises concerns about transparency and the safety of tap water for Ridgewood residents.
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Ridgewood NJ, congratulations to Ridgewood Water on receiving the “Our Water’s Worth It” award! This recognition highlights the company’s contributions to water conservation and sustainability efforts. However, the award has raised eyebrows among residents and community members.
Continue reading Ridgewood Water Receives “Our Water’s Worth It” Award Amid Controversy
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Ridgewood NJ, Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette today presented the first Our Water’s Worth It trophy to Ridgewood Water for its efforts over the years to conserve water and to protect public health by addressing PFAS contamination. Ridgewood Water provides water service to approximately 61,000 consumers in four Bergen County municipalities.
