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Lumberport council adopts Backflow Ordinance to protect drinking water
Summary
The council voted 4-0 to accept a Backflow Ordinance intended to protect the town water system from contamination, moving the ordinance forward for implementation.
On Oct. 21 the Town of Lumberport council voted unanimously to accept and move forward with a Backflow Ordinance intended to protect the municipal water supply from cross-connection or backflow contamination.
Councilmember Michael Stire made the motion to accept the Backflow Ordinance and Richard Desist seconded; the motion carried 4-0. The ordinance was presented as a regulatory step to improve water-safety compliance; the council did not detail enforcement timelines or fees at the meeting.
Council asked staff to pursue implementation steps and bring any necessary administrative details (inspection schedules, fees, or contractor lists) back to council for approval.
