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Stronghurst to hire full‑time water worker; hauling continues about three days a week

Village of Stronghurst Board · May 5, 2025
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Summary

Water Superintendent Ronnie Gittings reported hauling water roughly three days weekly and found household leaks; the board approved hiring a full-time worker to assist hauling and train as Ronnie's successor.

Water Superintendent Ronnie Gittings told the board the village has been hauling water about three days a week and is currently keeping up with demand under that schedule. He said he has located leaks in customers' homes and will continue leak detection to conserve the village's water supply.

To support hauling operations and succession planning, the board unanimously approved hiring an additional full‑time employee who can train with Ronnie and potentially succeed him upon retirement. Trustees emphasized on-the-job training while longer-term infrastructure solutions are pursued.