Ault board approves temporary relief for non-potable water users

Jul 8, 2026

The Ault Town Board approved three temporary measures to ease impacts from an inoperable non-potable water system: suspend non-potable fees, allow limited outdoor potable-hose use, and extend the sewer cap to 3,200 gallons ($76.76/month). The measures passed unanimously after resident discussion.

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The Ault Town Board on July 8 approved three temporary actions to ease strain on residents after the town's non-potable water system became inoperable due to low water levels. Public Works Supervisor Grant Ruff presented a staff letter proposing a temporary suspension of non-potable water fees, limited allowance for outdoor potable-water use with hoses, and a uniform sewer-usage cap extended to 3,200 gallons (or $76.76 per month) for all residents.

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