RURAL WATER E-NEWS …………………………….……….….……………………………. 6/19/2025
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Allouez losing millions more gallons of water than usual due to potential ‘significant’ leak – Since January, there been a significant leak causing 4 to 6 million more gallons of water to be lost per month. Potential leak in Allouez pipes losing millions of gallons of water
Hales Corners PFAS, water conversion project breaks ground – A water conversion project broke ground in Hales Corners on Friday, aiming to address so-called “forever chemical” issues for more than 100 households. Hales Corners PFAS, water conversion project breaks ground
Lead lines and legislation town hall – Cities everywhere are working to identify and replace lead service lines as part of a broader effort to protect public health. But Stroud says that’s a complicated endeavor. Lead lines and legislation town hall – WDIO.com
Water quality improvement project to benefit Oconomowoc River watershed – Work recently wrapped up on a $500,000 construction project in Oconomowoc to improve an unnamed stream, locally known as Cottonwood Creek. Water quality improvement project to benefit Oconomowoc River watershed
EPA 2026 budget cuts target clean water programs – EPA’s overall budget would be reduced from $9.1 billion to $4.1 billion, approximately a 54% cut. EPA 2026 budget cuts target clean water programs | Great Lakes Now
Quote: “A perfect Summer Day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken.” – James Dent