CJ city water deemed safe
From our weekly issue dated July 01, 2009
During the past couple of weeks, city of Cave Junction residents have been receiving copies of the city’s 2008 Consumer Confidence Report in their mail.
The city and other water suppliers are required by law to produce the report to comply with state and federal drinking water regulations.
According to the report, the city met standards for microbiological testing in 100 percent of samples taken. There was no detectable lead or copper in the city’s water supply sources, and there were no reported city water system violations in 2008.
The report states that the city’s water treatment staff conducts monthly testing for micro-biologicals and weekly water quality tests.
The testing requirements are mandated by the Oregon Dept. of Human Services Drinking Water Program Dept., and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
City Recorder Jim Polk said that he is “pretty sure” the city has had no violations since it began using its new, mandated water treatment plant in 1999.
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