Comment on Proposed Perchlorate Rule
The EPA is proposing a health-based Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) for perchlorate of 0.02 mg/L (20 µg/L) and enforceable Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for perchlorate of 20 µg/L, 40 µg/L, or 80 µg/L. This will require water systems to conduct monitoring for perchlorate in drinking water and take mitigation actions if the level exceeds the MCL. Find information about the proposed rule here.
Perchlorate is commonly used in rocket fuel and fireworks, and may occur naturally in some parts of the US.
EPA is accepting public comment on the proposed rule until March 9. Find information on submitting public comments here. There will also be an online public hearing on February 19.
Winter Newsletter
Check out our winter newsletter, which features an article about the development of a new municipal water system in Killington. Read it online here.
Upcoming Classes
There is still space available in next week’s classes!
Small, High-Strength Dischargers
Wed, Jan 14 • Essex • 3 TCH (Wastewater)
In this new class, Randy Bean teaches this in-depth class about how wastewater treatment facilities can manage the impacts of high-strength discharges from small businesses.
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Coagulation, Jar Testing, and Chemical Handling
Thur, Jan 15 • Montpelier • 3 TCH (Water & Wastewater)
Instructors from Holland Company will review the different types of coagulants and discuss how to choose which coagulant is best suited for your facility.
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Educate Local Officials
Vermont Rural Water has created a new webpage to educate elected officials about the water industry. Our goal is to help legislators understand capacity limitations at water and wastewater systems and how this should be considered when making new policies about housing and development.
The webpage has information, a video, and case studies. It can be found at vtruralwater.org/water-sewer-housing/
Please share this page with your town officials and state legislators and invite them to tour your facility and learn more about drinking water and wastewater.