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North East says Leslie plant offline during pond project; TOC analyzer improving monitoring
Summary
Water Superintendent Ron Carter reported the Leslie Water Plant is offline during a pond project, a supplier shipped incorrect parts for powdered activated carbon equipment, and the new TOC on‑line analyzer is providing improved finished‑water monitoring.
Water Superintendent Ron Carter updated the board on water operations, saying the Leslie Water Plant is shut down while a pond project is under way and staff are working through equipment and procurement issues.
Carter reported a supplier shipped 1/2‑inch replacement parts instead of the required 3/4‑inch pieces; the smaller parts were installed temporarily and will be replaced when the correct components arrive. He also said the plant has benefited from a new total organic carbon (TOC) on‑line analyzer, adding, “The TOC on‑line analyzer has been a game changer,” because it provides immediate notification and supports continuous daily tracking of finished‑water TOC removal.
Town officials and department heads discussed ongoing water quality work and monitoring improvements; Mayor Benson described water quality as an important priority for town residents and staff. Leslie Plant work, including fence removal and pavement cutting related to the pond project, is ongoing. The minutes do not include a timetable for the plant to resume normal operations nor the vendor name for the parts shipment.
The board did not take formal action on plant operations during the meeting but recorded the update for the public record.
