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Council hears lengthy debate on water and wastewater capacity, I&I, leaks and growth impacts
Summary
City staff reported a series of water‑system leaks, an ongoing inflow and infiltration (I&I) reduction program, 32 active service shutoffs and concerns about wastewater discharge limits; council members debated how I&I projects, impact fees and future development interact with resident ratepayers' costs.
Taneytown officials spent substantial time Sept. 3 reviewing water‑system problems, inflow and infiltration reduction work, and the long‑range implications of development on water and wastewater capacity.
City manager Jim reviewed recent operational issues: a Transite water main leak between Courier Drive and Trevanian Road required valve installs and emergency repair after the leak intensified; Roberts Mill has a seeping valve that staff temporarily patched and plans to replace; and the crews installed valves to isolate a problematic Transite line to allow repairs. Jim said Well 15 at Carroll Vista is producing lower water levels while pumping and encouraged voluntary conservation during the dry stretch.
Staff reported water shutoff activity:…
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