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Fredonia trustees hear wastewater plant problems and public concerns over Lake Erie water
Summary
Public comment raised concerns about Lake Erie water and combined sewer overflows while trustees and staff reported excessive sludge at the village wastewater plant, aging Headworks pumps, and ongoing lead‑testing and chlorination discussions; a Tonawanda plant tour was approved.
A Village of Fredonia public commenter and municipal staff used the Jan. 21 meeting to highlight water quality and wastewater operations issues and the board approved a staff tour of the Town of Tonawanda wastewater treatment plant.
Public comment: James Linden, a resident, warned against switching the village’s water source to Lake Erie, citing published figures for combined sewer overflow and concerns about microplastics and algal toxins. “You're charged with the health and safety of our community. We don't have this stuff in our reservoir. Why would you as a board put us at risk?” Linden said, asking trustees to consider local reservoir options and study proposals carefully.
Nut graf: Trustees received both…
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