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Roaring Fork Water & Sanitation District

2011 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT

2012 BUDGET
The RFWSD Board approved the 2012 Budget on November 15, 2011.  Customers will not see an increase in their water and sewer bills as service fees have remained the same again this year.  Capital projects approved for this year include replacement of the roof at the wastewater treatment plant’s pretreatment building, purchasing a spare lift station pump and an asset management study of the water and wastewater systems to better project future infrastructure replacement needs.   Per the RFWSD’s long-range financial plan, the District will also continue to set money aside each year for future water and wastewater infrastructure replacement projects.

2012 ELECTIONS
We need your service!  Board Member elections are in May.  If you are interested and are able to commit to a monthly Board meeting, please contact our office for more information at (970)945-2144.  You may also join us for our next Board meeting at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 17, 2012.  The meetings are held at 2550 County Rd. 109, Carbondale. 

WATER CONSERVATION TIPS FOR INSIDE THE HOME

* Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full.

* If your dishwasher is new, cut back on rinsing. Newer models clean more thoroughly than older ones.

* Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Compost vegetable food waste instead and save gallons every time.

* For cold drinks keep a water bottle or pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of running the tap.

* Wash your fruits and vegetables in a pan of water instead of running water from the tap.  Then reuse this water in houseplants.

* When doing laundry, match the water level to the size of the load.  Also, washing dark clothes in cold water saves both on water and energy while it helps your clothes to keep their colors.

* When washing dishes by hand, fill the sink basin or a large container and rinse when all of the dishes have been soaped and scrubbed.

* Soak pots and pans instead of letting the water run while you scrape them clean.

* Don't let the water run while you are brushing your teeth, shaving or lathering your hands with soap.

* If your toilet flapper doesn’t close after flushing, replace it.  Also, listen for running toilets and dripping faucets.  Fixing a leak can save 300 gallons per month.

* Make sure there are water-saving aerators on all your faucets and a low-flow showerhead in your shower.

MORE WINTER TIPS

· Have your hot water heater/boiler inspected, drained and cleaned by an experienced plumber to prevent the buildup of sediment.  It is also very important to make sure the sacrificial anodes are inspected, cleaned and replaced if necessary as these are key in the rust protection of a tank.

· Wrap your hot water heater with an insulating blanket to save money on your energy bill.

· If you will be away from your home, be sure to keep the thermostat at a reasonable temperature to make sure areas with water pipes are kept above freezing.

· It is a good idea to know where the main water shutoff valve for your home is so that it can be turned off quickly in an emergency.

 

Automatic Water Shut Off
If you will be away from the home for an extended period of time, consider purchasing an automatic water shut off controller which can be programmed to shut the water main off in your home in the event of a leak or higher than normal water usage.  Contact your plumber or electrician for more information. 

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Monthly Payment Option: Customers now have the option of paying their quarterly bill in 3 equal monthly payments.  If you would like to make monthly payments, please check the Monthly Payment box on the statement stub and return it with the first of your 3 payments.  Each payment must be received by the 30th of the month to avoid penalties. 

Credit Card Payments: Credit card payments are still an option for customers; however, due to new security regulations we will no longer be able to accept credit card payments over the phone.  All credit card payments must be made through our secure online Bill Pay.  Click on Pay My Bill option to the left to access and pay your account online.

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