[Adopted 1-7-1986 by L.L. No. 1-1986]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
The governing body of the Old Forge-Thendara Water District.
The Commissioners consist of the Town Board of the Town of Webb, New
York.
Any physical, chemical, microbiological or radiological substance
or matter.
The Old Forge-Thendara Water District, as legally formed,
merged and extended.[1]
Satisfactory to the district.
The following rules and regulations are adopted by the Commissioners,
and every person who shall be supplied or whose property shall be
supplied with water by the district automatically subscribes to said
rules, and the same shall constitute a part of the contract between
such person and the district.
No person, except a regular employee of the Town of Webb, shall
make any attachment to or connection with the pipes of the water district
or make any additions to or alterations of any pipes supplying water
to consumers from said waterworks or lay any service pipe connected
therewith or remove or tamper with any meter, check valve, reducing
valve, or any other piece of equipment required and controlled by
the water district, unless such person shall have a permit to do such
work issued by the water district.
The plumber designated and employed by the owner of the premises
shall be considered the agent of such owner while employed in the
commission of the work of introducing the water into said premises,
and in no sense as the agent of the district, nor will the district
be responsible for the acts of such plumber.
A written application for all new service connections must be
made by the property owner or by his authorized agent to the office
of the Town Clerk. When proper application shall have been approved
by the water district, a permit will be issued to the owner to make
connection to the water system. The water district shall have a reasonable
amount of time to act on the permit and to schedule the connection.
A.
The owner of property into which water is introduced by a service
connection will be required to maintain in proper order, at his own
expense, the said service pipe from the curb stop to his meter, and
in case such service is not so kept in repair, the water district
may shut off the supply of water until satisfactory repairs have been
completed.
B.
The property owner shall be responsible for the proper maintenance
of the water meter serving said property; this includes the draining
and proper protection of the meter under freezing conditions.
No person, unless specifically authorized by the water district,
shall have or hold a key or instrument for operating any valve, curb
stop or hydrant within the water district, and no person having such
authorization shall part with the possession of such key or instrument,
except with the written permission of the water district.
All persons holding a permit to do work in connection with the system of the water district shall be responsible for notifying the Superintendent of the Public Works in writing within 48 hours after completing such work. (Refer to § 448-30, Construction procedures.)
Authorized employees of the water district, upon showing proper
identification, shall have the right to enter upon any premises being
supplied by the district or upon any premises when application has
been made for a permit to connect plumbing with the water system of
the water district, for the purpose of inspecting the meter, plumbing
and fixtures of the water service and all work in connection with
such service.
A separate tap, curb box, and service pipe shall be required
for each lot supplied with water. The curb box shall not be placed
in an area that is subject to vehicle traffic. The water district
will determine the size of these units made for any water main under
any application and permit.
A.
Any customer wishing temporarily to discontinue the use of water
supplied by the water district shall be subject to the established
minimum quarterly charge. Where the actual metered water consumption
during such period, as computed at established rates, exceeds the
minimum amount, said metered amount shall be charged.
B.
Customers shall contact the water district at least 24 hours in advance
of the proposed discontinuance of service so that the shutdown can
be scheduled.
Whenever a service connection has been turned off for nonpayment
of water bills or other charges, or for the violation of any rule
or regulation of the water district, it shall not be turned on again
until all charges or penalties shall have been paid, or the defects
of the service have been adjusted. Customers will be subject to the
minimum service charge during the period of discontinuance of service.
No person shall be permitted to turn the water on again, except those
authorized by the Commissioners.
The water district reserve the right to limit the amount of
water furnished to any customer should circumstances seem to warrant
such action, although no limit may be stated in the application or
permit for use, or the water district may entirely shut off the water
supply used for any manufacturing purpose, or for furnishing power,
or for lawn sprinkling, at any time, by giving reasonable notice to
the customer of such action. When construction or repair work makes
it necessary, the right is reserved to shut off the water from any
premises without notice for as long a period as may be necessary.
The water district will, however, give prior notice whenever possible.
A.
The water district shall not be liable for any damages or loss of
any sort which may arise from, or be caused by, any change in the
water pressure due to any cause whatever.
B.
Water service will not be provided to properties that will have less
than 20 pounds per square inch (psi) working pressure as stipulated
in § 5-1.27 of the New York State Sanitary Code. In order
to determine if adequate pressure is available at a proposed service
connection, the property owner shall meet with the Superintendent
of Public Works.
It is understood and agreed that the water district shall not
be liable for any damages which may result to any person or premises
from shutting off of the water from any main or service for any purpose
whatsoever, even in cases where no notice is given.
No water customer will be allowed to supply water in any manner,
or through any fixture or device whatsoever, to the occupants of neighboring
premises of any description, except by written permission from the
water district. Upon the refusal of any person to comply with this
rule, the water shall be shut off from the premises.
Plans for the construction of subdivisions shall be approved
by the New York State Department of Health and the water district.
No person, except an authorized employee or agent of the water
district, shall open, close, or in any way operate any valve or gate
in any water main or street pipe.
No person shall disturb or displace a valve box so that the
valve stem cannot be reached by the key. No person shall cover a valve
box in any way so as to make it inaccessible. Any valve boxes located
at improper grade should be reported to the office or to the Superintendent
of Public Works.
Any person who shall use water from the mains of the water district
without written permission, or who shall use such water for purposes
not specified in such permission, or without authority from the water
district, shall be prosecuted to the full extent of the law and shall
pay for the water used according to the best estimate by the Commissioners
of the water district.
All water used within the water district shall be metered. Points
of water use between the water main and the water meter are not permitted
and are considered a violation of the rules and regulations. Any tampering
with or bypassing of a water meter is specifically prohibited. In
the event that a meter is bypassed or tampered with, the property
owner shall be billed according to the district's best estimate
of water use and shall be liable for a tampering fine as determined
by the Commissioners.
[Amended 10-11-1990 by L.L. No. 1-1990[1]]
For the infraction of any of its rules or regulations, including,
but not limited to, the nonpayment of water rent, the water district
may shut off the water from any premises where the violation occurs
after proper notice has been served on the customer. Said notice shall
be sent by registered or certified mail to the customer's address
as it appears on the records of the water district and shall be posted
on the premises. The district shall allow a period of 14 days from
the date of posting and mailing for correction before the water is
shut off.
The Commissioners of the water district reserve the right to
amend, modify and change these rules and regulations from time to
time, at their sole discretion, and without giving prior notice to
the customers of the water district.
A.
Pipe materials. All new cast-iron water mains shall be ductile iron
and shall conform to AWWA Standards C150 and C151. Minimum thickness
class for the individual installation shall be as recommended in AWWA
Standard C150. All ductile iron pipe shall receive an outside bituminous
coating per AWWA Standard C151 and shall be double-lined with cement
per AWWA Specification C104, unless otherwise required by the water
district. All pipe joints shall be constructed such that they will
conduct an electrical current.
B.
Service connections.
(1)
All service taps shall be made with a three-fourths-inch brass or
bronze corporation with an integral shutoff.
(2)
All services shall be a minimum of three-fourths-inch Type K copper
tubing that meets ASTM Designation B-88 for underground use or polyethylene
type that meets AWWA C 901, or polybutylene pipe that meets AWWA C902.
All service connections shall be complete with a curb stop and box.
All curb stops shall be constructed of bronze or brass and shall be
as manufactured by Mueller Company or approved equal. Service connections
shall consist of one continuous length of tubing extending from the
water main to the curb stop and another continuous length extending
from the curb stop to the inside foundation wall. No joints will be
permitted in these lengths. All underground copper joints shall conform
to AWWA C800. Curb stops shall be located approximately on the property
line but shall not be located within a sidewalk, driveway or paved
area (unless approved by the district).
C.
Valves and hydrants.
(1)
All gate valves used within the water district shall be of a manufacturer
approved by the district. The models used shall open left and shall
be acceptable to the water district. All buried gate valves shall
be complete with valve boxes and covers. Valve boxes shall extend
to finished grade. Valve box covers shall indicate the direction of
operation of the valve and shall have the word "water" embossed on
top.
(2)
All fire hydrants used in the water district shall be manufactured
by Mueller Company. Model shall be acceptable to the water district.
All hydrants shall be the heavy antifreeze compression type with positive
automatic type drain. All hydrants shall open left. Pumper connection
shall be provided on all fire hydrants.
D.
Pipe fittings. All fittings shall be constructed of ductile iron
and be rated for a minimum working pressure of 250 psi. All fittings
shall have mechanical joint ends.
E.
Meters.
(1)
All domestic water meters (up to and including two-inch diameter)
will be furnished by the water district. Domestic meters shall be
the Rockwell Sealed Register remote reading type. All new domestic
meters shall be equipped with a remote reading system such that the
meter can be read without entering the premises. If a water meter
fails to properly operate as a result of negligence on the part of
the property owner, the property owner shall be responsible for reimbursing
the district for the cost of the meter replacement.
(2)
All industrial and large commercial meters (larger than two-inch
diameter) shall be provided by the property owner. The meter shall
be a model acceptable to the water district. The meter and meter pit
design shall be approved by the water district prior to construction.
The district shall approve the completed works.
A.
Excavation and backfill.
(1)
Before any excavation begins, the location of sewer (sanitary and
storm), gas, phone and other service lines shall be identified and
marked to avoid unnecessary damages to these services. It is the responsibility
of the contractor to have a representative of the district perform
(or approve) mapping and locating said service lines and mains. It
is the responsibility of the contractor to assume all costs associated
with any interruption in these public services.
(2)
Trenches for installation of water mains and service connections
shall be of sufficient depth such that cover over the top of the pipe
is a minimum of five feet. Pipe shall be bedded as recommended by
the manufacturer of the pipe; however, in no case shall the backfill
material between the bottom of trench and 12 inches over the top of
the pipe contain any stones larger than two inches. Backfill material
shall be free from all frozen material, humus, peat, roots, vegetation,
ashes, trash and debris. All trenches shall be inspected by the Superintendent
of Public Works or an appointed representative after the pipe has
been installed and before the trench is backfilled.
B.
Service connections.
(1)
If the desired service connection is equal to or less than two inches
in diameter, the district will make the connection to the water main
and install a curb stop at or near the property line between the Town
and the property owner. The district shall be reimbursed by the property
owner for this service in accordance with the standard schedule of
charges. The property owner is responsible for furnishing and installing
the service connection between the curb stop and the unit to be served.
(2)
If the desired service connection is larger than two inches, the
property owner shall be responsible for connecting to the water main,
providing a suitable shutoff and connecting to the property to be
serviced. The property owner shall suitably rehabilitate all property
crossed by the service connection.
C.
Valve spacing. The location of all proposed valves in the distribution
system shall be approved by the water district.
D.
Fire hydrant laterals. Fire hydrant connections to the water main
shall have a minimum diameter of six inches. Each newly installed
fire hydrant shall be complete with a gate valve of the same size
as the hydrant lateral.
E.
Hydrant spacing. Fire hydrant spacing shall be in accordance with
the New York State Insurance Services Office (ISO), but shall not
exceed 500 feet, and spacing and location shall be approved by the
district.
F.
Concrete thrust blocks. All fittings and fire hydrants shall be anchored
with concrete thrust blocks. Thrust blocks shall be of a design stipulated
by the water district. Concrete for anchors shall be placed against
undisturbed soil to effectively support the fitting.
G.
Damage to pipes or fixtures. Any contractor or party doing construction
or repair work on such fixtures as sewers, drains, conduits, or engaged
in grading, paving, etc., who may cause damage to any part of the
water system, such as mains, services, valves, valve boxes, hydrants,
etc., will be held liable for all such damages and for loss of water
that may be wasted due to his acts. The materials and labor necessary
for repairs shall be supplied by the contractor(s) responsible for
the damage.
H.
Creek crossings. All water mains or service connections that cross
creeks, rivers, or other bodies of water shall be designated by a
professional engineer, licensed in the State of New York. Prior to
construction, the design shall be submitted to the water district
for its review and approval.
I.
Separation of water mains and sewers. Water mains shall be placed
with at least a ten-foot horizontal separation from existing or proposed
sewers. When water mains and sewers cross, there shall be at least
18 inches of clear separation (edge to edge). At crossings, one full
length of water pipe shall be centered on the sewer such that the
joints on both ends will be as far from the sewer as possible. Any
deviation from the above-cited separations must be approved by the
New York State Department of Health and the water district.
A.
Pressure and leakage tests. All new water mains shall be tested for
pressure and leakage in accordance with AWWA Standard C600 (latest
revision).
B.
Pipe sterilization. All pipe and fittings connected to and forming
part of the existing water supply system shall be sterilized in full
accordance with the ANSI/AWWA Standard C600 (latest revision) and
as mandated in § 5-1.25 of the New York State Sanitary Code.
C.
Service line testing. All taps and service connections installed
by a contractor shall be tested hydrostatically for leakage for at
least one hour at the normal working pressure for the area. Arrangements
shall be made to have a representative of the water district present
during testing. Only on the representative's approval can the
trench be backfilled.
A.
Meter installations. All meters shall be installed so that all water
which enters from the main passes through the meter. A gate valve
is to be provided within the foundation wall and ahead of the meter.
The meter is to be placed in an accessible spot and conveniently located
so that it may be readily read or removed. No meter may be allowed
to remain in a location deemed unsuitable by the Superintendent or
designated representative of the water district.
B.
Access to meter. The owner and tenant shall provide ready and convenient
access to the meter so that it may be easily read and examined by
the authorized and properly identified employees of the water district.
A.
It shall be unlawful for anyone to introduce or maintain a service
that could potentially introduce contaminants of any kind to the system
of the water district. Whenever a cross-connection to another water
supply exists or whenever a condition exists which could potentially
contaminate the water system, the water district may require that
the alternate supply be separated from the system, or that an approved
backflow preventer device be installed to decrease the potential for
contamination. The backflow preventer shall be a model approved by
the New York State Department of Health and the water district. The
determination of whether a potential for contamination exists shall
be the sole responsibility of the water district, and the district
shall have the authority to inspect any and all services to determine
if such a condition exists. The district shall have the authority
to terminate service to any user that could potentially contaminate
the district's system through the service. Service will be restored
once satisfactory measures have been taken to prevent contamination.
B.
Any corrective measure, disconnection, or change on private property
shall be at the sole expense of the person in control of such property.
Any changes required in the district system outside the property or
between the meter and the supply line or distribution system and any
charges for disconnection shall be added to the charges for water
against the premises necessitating such expenditure.
C.
All physical connections which may constitute potential cross-connections
are prohibited, unless constructed, maintained and operated in accordance
with the provisions of the New York State Sanitary Code, Chapter I,
Part 5, § 5-1.31.
A.
Charge for service connection. A charge shall be made by the water
district for all new service connections in an amount determined from
time to time by the Commissioners. This amount may be sufficient to
cover the cost of the meter, corporation stop, curb stop, curb box,
service pipe and labor required to tap the main and provide the connection.
B.
Schedule of water rates and charges. Water rates and charges are
a part of these rules and regulations and shall be determined and
established by the Town Board acting as Commissioners of the Old Forge-Thendara
Water District.[1]
C.
Estimated usage. If any meter fails to register accurately, the customer
will be charged for the water consumed during the period of such inaccurate
registration on a basis of the corresponding quarter of the previous
year, or by such other means as shall seem fair and equitable to the
Commissioners.
D.
Terms.
(1)
All water bills shall be rendered three times per annum. Water bills
of whatever nature are payable without fee within 30 days of the date
of bill. A ten-percent interest charge will be made on all bills remaining
unpaid 30 days after the date of the bill.
(2)
Any bill remaining unpaid for 60 days from the date of the bill will
result in the discontinuance of service. A discontinuance or disconnection
fee will be charged as established by the Town Board acting as Commissioners
of the Old Forge-Thendara Water District.
[Amended 10-11-1990 by L.L. No. 1-1990]
E.
Billing for incomplete quarters. When a meter is first installed
for a new customer, or a change in customer occurs during a billing
period, such customer shall be subject to the established minimum
charge or a prorated share of the minimum charge based on the number
of days during the billing period when water was used. Where the actual
metered water consumption during such period as computed at established
rates exceeds the pro rata minimum amount, said metered amount shall
be charged for.
G.
Seasonal use. Each person who does not use water during the winter
months shall be subject to the following specific rules. Said seasonal
users will not have the water turned on in the Spring before May 1
and will have the water shut off in the fall no later than the day
after Columbus Day. Said seasonal users will be responsible for the
turning on and shutting off of their water intake and will be responsible
for any damages and/or expenses incurred by the Town as a result of
their failure to properly abide with these rules and regulations.
Any person, except a regular employee of the Town of Webb or
a representative of the said Town, who tampers with or makes any additions
to or alterations of any pipes supplying water to customers from said
waterworks or tampers with any meter, check valve, reducing valve
or any other piece of equipment required and controlled by the water
district, unless such person shall have a permit to do so, shall be
subject to a fine as a violation of this article. Any person found
in violation shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $500.
[Added 10-11-1990 by L.L. No. 1-1990]
Each new customer shall complete and sign an application for
water service prior to receiving service. The application shall be
in such form as the Town Board, acting as Commissioners of the Old
Forge-Thendara Water District, shall prescribe.
[Added 10-11-1990 by L.L. No. 1-1990]
The Town Board of the Town of Webb, acting as Commissioners
of the Old Forge-Thendara Water District, by resolution duly adopted,
shall, from time to time, establish fees to be charged by the water
district for various reasons or matters (i.e., application, collection,
disconnection, connection, notification, delinquent account, returned
check, etc.).
[Added 10-11-1990 by L.L. No. 1-1990]
Unpaid water charges or fees as established in accordance with § 448-37 of this article which are in arrears for two or more billing periods as of November 1 of each year shall be levied against the property liable for such charges in accordance with the provisions of the Town Law.
