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Council seeks clarity on fire hydrant repairs; solicitor points to Water Authority DEP permit
Summary
Council discussed unclear responsibility for fire hydrant repairs; Solicitor Mike Craley said the Water Authority's DEP water-quality permit places responsibility with the authority and urged coordination to prevent contamination during repairs.
Red Lion Borough Council discussed an unresolved question of who is responsible for fire hydrant repairs after the borough found no written agreement identifying responsibility. Council members noted hydrant repair work and ownership had not been documented.
Solicitor Mike Craley said the Water Authority holds a DEP-issued water quality permit that places responsibility for maintaining water quality with the authority; as a result, the borough and the Water Authority must coordinate on hydrant repairs to avoid contamination. Council members agreed to meet with the Water Authority (meeting noted for March 25, 2026) to clarify roles and coordination processes.
