Water report: coliform negative; EPA sampling guidance reduced to five samples every six months

Nov 13, 2025

The water/sewer report recorded a negative coliform result and notes an EPA clarification that lead and copper sampling is reduced to five samples every six months (previously 10); the board requested a copy of revised instructions for the water operator.

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The board’s water/sewer report recorded a negative coliform test and noted an EPA clarification changing lead and copper sampling frequency and sample count. The minutes state: "coliform negative. EPA clarification on sampling reduced to every 6 months for lead and copper 5 samples instead of 10. Requested copy of revised instructions-water operator doing samples."

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