For Immediate Release
2008-05-05
Cindie Ashton, Communications Officer (613) 546-4291, extension 3116 (cell 329-3462). Or
call the City of Kingston's media hotline at 613-546-4291, ext 2300.
UTILITIES KINGSTON IS OFFERING RAIN BARRELS TO CUSTOMERS
Utilities Kingston is once again offering rain barrels for sale to its water customers
while quantities last.
This year, residents must order the rain barrels by calling 613-546-0000 and the barrel
will be delivered directly to their homes (no appointment is required. Residents do not
need to be home to receive their rain barrels). Orders are limited to one barrel per
household while supplies last and the $32 charge will be automatically added to a resident's
utility bill upon delivery.
Last year's response to the rain barrel program was overwhelming and prompted Utilities
Kingston to order an additional 300 rain barrels (for a total of 600). This year they have
ordered 1000 rain barrels in anticipation of demand.
Rain barrel features:
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Easy to install - cut the existing downspout above the top of the rain barrel, re-install
the elbow so that it sits just above the centre of the screen. Place the overflow hose on
the upper connection and secure the clamp. Direct the overflow hose away from the
foundation.
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The top is made of a child proof screen for intercepting debris and mosquitoes.
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It has a barrel tap installed near the bottom of the drum to allow a connection of a
garden hose.
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The overflow is installed near the top of the drum with a 3.6 metre (12 foot) piece of
flexible hose to allow excess water to run away from foundation of the building.
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In the winter simply turn the barrel over so water does not accumulate and freeze.
Find more information about the Rain Barrel program on this web site or call 613-546-0000.
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