Lead-Testing Program Seeks Volunteers
[JUN 16/08] -
The City seeks 200 qualified homeowners interested in participating in a volunteer lead-testing program. Under this regulation, introduced last July, the
Ministry of the Environment requires the City to test the water in Kingston homes identified as receiving their water through lead or lead-soldered pipes on
their own property every six months.
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Outdoor Water Restrictions In Place
[JUN 04/08] -
June 15 is the date each year that a City by-law kicks in to regulate the use of municipal water outdoors. Warmer weather brings a higher demand on water
systems, leading to decreased potable water reserves. In extreme cases, excessive water use can put the water system at risk.
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Hydrant Inspections May Discolour Water
[JUN 02/08] -
Utilities Kingston inspections of fire hydrants are continuing throughout the city from now until September. Because the inspections require the use of large
quantities of water, residences around fire hydrants that are being inspected may notice some discolouration in their water. The water remains safe to drink.
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EA Proceeds For Water Storage Reservoir
[MAY 05/08] -
Utilities Kingston, along with the engineering team lead by J.L. Richards & Associates Limited, is working on a Schedule B Class Environmental Assessment in
anticipation of building a water storage reservoir and pumping station to be located on the north leg of O'Connor Drive (off Gardiner's Road).
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2007 Water-Quality Reports Available
[FEB 25/08] -
Utilities Kingston has released the 2007 versions of its annual reports on drinking water quality. The reports examine the Kingston Central and Kingston West
water filtration plants, the Cana Well system used by some citizens in Kingston East, and the Sydenham facility, which Utilities Kingston operates on behalf of
South Frontenac Township.
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Kingston West Water Plant Study Starts
Utilities Kingston is preparing to upgrade the Point Pleasant (Kingston West) Water Treatment Plant and has initiated the Class Environmental Assessment process
in order to guide the next steps. Utilities Kingston aims to nearly double the plant's capacity by 2012.
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Water, Sewer Rates Harmonization Begins
[DEC 31/07] -
The Corporation of the City of Kingston passed a bylaw to establish the rates charged for water and sewer. This bylaw established the rates charged by Utilities
Kingston for the treatment/distribution of water and the collection/treatment of sewage.
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Water Master Plan For City Released
Utilities Kingston has completed the second phase of a Master Plan for the city's urban water supply. The project looks ahead to Kingston's drinking water
demands five, 10 and 20 years from now, and identifies improvements to water treatment facilities and water distribution infrastructure that are likely to be
required. The current Master Plan document is available for review at city libraries and can be downloaded from this website.
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