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- September 13, 2012
2011 Consumer Confidence Report
Water System Name:
Mountain Meadows Mutual Water
Report Date:
August 2012
We test the drinking water quality for many constituents as required by State and Federal Regulations.
This report shows the results of our monitoring for the period of January 1 - December 31, 2010.
Type of water source(s) in use:
Groundwater – 4 Wells
Name & location of source(s):
Mountain Meadows Mutual Water Company.
Well 3 is located in the meadow behind Elderberry Drive. Wells 5 is located off of South Landing near
Highway 395. Wells 1 and 4 located off of Meadowview Drive are offline.
Drinking Water Source Assessment information:
Mono County Health Department
Time and place of regularly scheduled board meetings for public participation:
October 13, 2012 9:00 am
At the Crowley Lake Community Center on South Landing Drive
For more information, contact
Blair Hafner
Phone:
(760) 935 – 4504
TERMS USED IN THIS REPORT:
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. Primary MCLs are set as close to the PHGs (or MCLGs) as is economically and technologically feasible. Secondary MCLs are set to protect the odor, taste, and appearance of drinking water.
Primary Drinking Water Standards (PDWS): MCLs for contaminants that affect health along with their monitoring and reporting requirements, and water treatment requirements.
Secondary Drinking Water Standards (SDWS): MCLs for contaminants that affect taste, odor, or appearance of the drinking water. Contaminants with SDWSs do not affect the health at the MCL levels.
ND: not detectable at testing limit
Ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter (mg/L)
Public Health Goal (PHG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below, which there is no known or expected risk to health. PHGs are set by the California Environmental Protection Agency.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below, which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs are set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).
Regulatory Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.
ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter (ug/L)
ppt: parts per trillion or nanograms per liter (ng/L)
pCi/L: picocuries per liter (a measure of radiation)
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.
Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.
Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, that can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.
Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.
2001 Consumer Confidence Report.docOrganic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals that are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.
Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, USEPA and the state Department of Health Services (Department) prescribe regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Department regulations also establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that must provide the same protection for public health.
Tables 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 list all of the drinking water contaminants that were detected during the most recent sampling for the constituent. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. The Department requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data, though representative of the water quality, are more than one year old.
Table 1 - sampling results showing the detection of coliform bacteria
Microbiological Contaminants
Highest No. of detections
No. of months in violation
MCL
MCLG
Typical Source of Bacteria
(In a mo.)
0
0
0
E. coli
(In the year)
0
0
E. coli
0
Table 2 - sampling results showing the detection of Lead and copper
Lead and Copper
No. of samples collected
90th percentile level detected
No. Sites exceeding AL
AL
MCLG
Typical Source of Contaminant
Lead (ppb)
2010 results
10
<.005
0
15
2
Copper (ppm)
2010 results
10
.75
0
1.3
0.17
TAble 3 - sampling results for sodium and hardness
Chemical or Constituent
(and reporting units)Sample Date
Level Detected
Range of Detections
MCL
PHG
(MCLG)
Typical Source of Contaminant
1/2007
8.4
none
none
32
none
none
*Any violation of an MCL or AL is asterisked. Additional information regarding the violation is provided on the next page.
TAble 4 – detection of contaminants with a Primary Drinking Water Standard
Chemical or Constituent
(and reporting units)Sample Date
Level Detected
Range of Detections
MCL
PHG
(MCLG)
Typical Source of Contaminant
1/2007
<0.1
2
1
3.2
45
45
None detected
5
2009 Average
1.7 pCi/L*
15 pCi/L
2010 Average
1.9 pCi/L*
20 pCi/L
TAble 5 - detection of contaminants with a Secondary Drinking Water Standard
Chemical or Constituent
(and reporting units)Sample Date
Level Detected
Range of Detection
MCL
PHG
(MCLG)
Typical Source of Contaminant
2.8
250
1/2007
1.5
250
1/2007
101
500
1/2007
10
1/2007
<0.03
5
1/2007
.30
*Any violation of an MCL or AL is asterisked. Additional information regarding the violation is provided below.
Additional General Information On Drinking Water
All drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the USEPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).
Summary Information for Contaminants Exceeding an MCL or AL, or a Violation of any Treatment or Monitoring and Reporting Requirements:
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. USEPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).
The Water Company has put the new well in service. This well meets all California water quality requirements. This eliminates our Uranium problems completely.
The conservation of water is greatly appreciated.
- June 22, 2012
WELL 5 UPDATE- Well 5 continues to work as planned with system adjustments continuing. The aeration will remain in the system, but we hope to reduce it some next year. If you have any questions regarding the system, please visit the contact page.
- May 22, 2012
Water Quality
Well 5 has been exclusively on-line for the last couple of weeks. The quality of well 5 is excellent.
It appears that the pump creates some aeration in the water.
We hope to reduce this as we “dial in” the system.During our testing, there were times that the water pressure in the system was greatly reduced, which caused tuberculation, allowing sediment to be pulled from the walls of piping.
Yesterday, a well that has been off-line during this period was energized, due to low water levels in the tanks. Because of its inactivity, some sediment was introduced into the system. We expect that the sediment and discoloration from iron will be flushed within
24 hours.Although we remain confident of the water quality, if you feel more comfortable, you can choose to use another source of drinking water during this period.
- May 7, 2012
Minutes of Meeting of Board of Directors
April 29, 2012A special meeting of the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Mountain Meadows Mutual Water Company, a California corporation (the "Company"), was held at 4:00 p.m. on April 29, 2012, at Bill Archibald’s house in Crowley Lake, California.
Present at the meeting were Bill Archibald, David Richman, Blair Hafner, Hal Cady and Vicky Phelps, constituting all of the Board. Also present was Carol Kavulla, a resident of Pinion Springs condos.
Bill Archibald, President of the Company, called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
Conservation Efforts
Carol informed the Board that she had asked to attend the meeting in order to discuss potential conservation efforts in light of the general drought conditions and certain members’ inability to restrict watering. After discussion, the Board agreed on the three conservation measures set forth below, all of which were unanimously approved by the Board, and all of which will go into effect immediately:
1. Members of the Company will not be allowed to water between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. The first infraction by a member will incur a warning by the Company. Subsequent infractions will incur penalties of $100 (second infraction), $300 (third infraction) and $500 (all subsequent infractions).
2. The allowed annual water usage by members and the penalty structure will be as follows: Each member is allowed annual water usage of 160,000 gallons for the base rate of $55 per month for active members and $26 per quarter for standby members. A charge of $4 per 1,000 gallons used will be assessed for the next 100,000 gallons of annual water usage over 160,000 gallons. A charge of $5 per 1,000 gallon used will be assessed for the next 100,000 gallons of annual water usage over 260,000 gallons. A new billing tier of $7 per 1,000 gallons will be assessed for every 1,000 gallons used in excess of 360,000 gallons.
3. Watering at Mountain Meadows condos and Pinion Springs condos will continue to be restricted to Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
New Policies
Following discussion, the following new policies were adopted by the Board:
1. Any member who challenges his/her meter reading and wants to replace the meter will have to do so at his/her own expense. Following installation of the new meter, the Board will monitor the member’s water usage for a period of one year before making a decision on whether or not to credit the member for prior accrued usage fees or penalties.
2. Maintenance of the lateral pipes from the main to the stop and waste valve, before the meter for each property, will be the Company’s responsibility, if the property is metered. Otherwise, the lateral is the property owner's responsibility.
3. Each member will be required to keep access to his/her water meter and the top of the water meter clear of bushes, trees or any other impediment. If the member fails to keep access clear, the Company will clear the access to the meter and charge the member a fee of $25.
4. If a member’s water meter fails and such failure is covered by warranty, the Company will fix and/or replace the meter. If damage to the meter is not covered by warranty, the member will be responsible for the cost to repair and/or replacing the meter.
5. The Company will install insulation on all existing meters to protect against the cold. After such insulation has been installed, it will be the responsibility of the member to repair, thaw and/or replace a meter that freezes.
6. Any member who installs a new meter as part of the construction of a new home will be responsible for installing and insulating the meter to water company specification.
Well 5 Update
David reported that the telemetry has been installed, although some tweaking is necessary. However, there is still a water hammer issue – if the system is shut down quickly, it can cause a water surge. David stated that action is being taken to address this issue, and he hopes that the well will be online in the net two weeks.
Financial
David reported that the Company has $66,000 in cash. The Company still owes approximately $8,000-9,000 for the 10% holdback on the well pump. Also, a second booster pump (approx. $3,000) needs to be installed, and there are some other related expenses. All in all, David thought that for approx. $20,000, the Company will be able to complete well 5 and related changes to the system. Company receivables are in good shape.
Changes to Bank Signatures
David requested that the Board authorize just one signature for checks of up to $1,000, with two signatures still being required for checks in excess of $1,000. The Board unanimously approved such change and all Board members executed a new signature card for First Bank Association Services. Execution of such signature card further constitutes approval by the Board of all resolutions and other undertakings set forth in such signature card.
Ball field
David reported that CSA wants to put a drinking fountain and hose bib at the ball field. David told the County that the Company would consider making water available for a drinking fountain, but would not allow Company water to be used to hose down the field or the mound. David asked the County to provide designs and installation plans. He has not heard back from the County yet. However, the Board unanimously approved allowing a connection for a water fountain and instructed David to move forward with providing such connection once he had received plans from the County and was satisfied with the plans.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
- May 1, 2012
Water Conservation
In light of the current drought and the Eastern Sierra’s arid conditions, the MMMWC will encourage conservation through the following actions:
There is to be no outside watering between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm.
Mountain Meadows and Pinyon Springs Condos are to water only on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
A violation of the above will result in a warning, followed by increasing fines of the following amounts on subsequent occurrences:
1. $1002. $300
3. $500
The base water rate for users will remain at $55/ month which includes an annual usage of 160,000 gallons of water.
1. 160,001-260,000 gallons of water will remain at $4.00/1000 gallons2. $260,001-360,000 gallons will remain at $5.00/1000 gallons
3. 360,001 and above will now be billed at $7.00/1000 gallons