Aqua Ohio, Inc. (Aqua) has announced three new water line replacement projects in the City of Marion with combined project costs of $425,000. The projects involve the replacement of 3,335 linear feet of aging, undersized water mains and related infrastructure.
Water Company – No Service Disruptions from Storms
In the wake of severe storms and widespread loss of electricity in areas of the state, Aqua Ohio (Aqua) reports that there have been no interruptions to water service in Marion.
Construction Will Mean Temporary Water Service Interruptions
The Marion Division of Aqua Ohio (recently acquired from Ohio American Water) is working with the City of Marion to improve water system infrastructure during planned construction by the City over the summer. The City is improving its sewer system under Oak, Robinson and May Streets. Because these projects involve open cuts into these streets, Aqua says they are taking advantage of the opportunity to install aging infrastructure to help improve the water quality, pressure, reliability and fire service in the area.
Water Rates to Increase for Marion Customers
Water and sewer rates are scheduled to increase for customers of the recently sold Ohio American Water (OAW) after the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) Wednesday approved a settlement between the utility and the PUCO Staff.
The rate increase will be lower than what OAW, now known as Aqua Ohio Water Company, originally proposed as a result of negotiations among the utility, the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC), and the PUCO Staff in two related cases.
Last Week of Spring Hydrant Flushing Set
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division (recently acquired from Ohio American Water) will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 21 through Friday, May 25 between 8:00 am and 12:30 am.
Week 3 Schedule for Hydrant Flushing
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division (recently acquired from Ohio American Water) will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18 between 8:00 am and 12:30 am.
Water Company Continues Hydrant Flushing
Aqua Ohio’s Marion Division (recently acquired from Ohio American Water) will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, May 7 through Friday, May 11 between 8:00 am and 12:30 am.
Ohio American Water Beginning Spring Hydrant Flushing
Ohio American Water (OAW) will conduct water main flushing in the Marion County service area Monday, April 30 through Friday, May 4 between 8:00am and 12:30pm.
Public Hearing on Water Rate Increase Proposal is Tonight
Ohio American Water customers in the area will have the opportunity to testify at a public hearing scheduled for Wednesday, March 21, at 6:00pm, regarding the utility’s request to increase rates by over 20 percent.
Water Company Offers Tips for Wise Water Use
Reliable drinking water supplies are fundamental for public health, fire protection, economic development, and the overall quality of life communities and individuals enjoy. Ohio American Water says because of that it is raising awareness throughout its service communities about wise water use and ways that consumers can help to protect our drinking water.