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2016 Consumer Confidence Report
Water System Name:
Mountain Meadows Mutual Water
Report Date:
July 2016
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, 2016.
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:
Tentatively August 2017
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
· 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
(to be completed only if there was a detection of bacteria)
Highest No. of detections
No. of months in violation
MCL
MCLG
Typical Source of Bacteria
Total Coliform Bacteria
(In a mo.)
0
0
More than 1 sample in a month with a detection
0
Naturally present in the environment
Fecal Coliform or
E. coli(In the year)
0
0
A routine sample and a repeat sample detect total coliform and either sample also detects fecal coliform or E. coli
0
Human and animal fecal waste
Table 2 - sampling results showing the detection of Lead and copper
Lead and Copper
(to be completed only if there was a detection of lead or copper in the last sample set)
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
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; discharges from industrial manufacturers; erosion of natural deposits.
Copper (ppm)
2010 results
10
.75
0
1.3
0.17
Internal corrosion of household water plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits; leaching from wood preservatives.
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
Sodium (ppm)
2016
9.4
8.7-10
none
none
Generally found in ground and surface water
Hardness (ppm)
2016
26
27-25
none
none
Generally found in ground and surface water
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
Fluoride (mg/L)
2016
<0.1
<0.1-<0.1
2
1
Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive that promotes strong teeth; discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories
Nitrate (NO3) (mg/L)
2016
0.71
0.46-0.96
45
45
Runoff & leaching from fertilizer use, septic tank s and sewage; erosion of natural deposits
MTBE (ug/L)
2016
None detected
waived
0.003
Industrial discharge; agriculture runoff
Radioactivity – Gross Alpha Particle Activity
2016 Average
1.7 pCi/L
1.53-1.68
15 pCi/L
Erosion of natural deposits
Uranium
2012 Average
2.1 pCi/L
20 pCi/L
Erosion of natural deposits
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
Sulfate (mg/L)
2013
3.0
250
Erosion of natural deposits
Chloride (mg/L)
2013
1.8
250
Erosion of natural deposits
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L)
2013
110
500
Dissolved minerals from natural deposits
Arsenic (ug/L)
2013
<2
10
Erosion of natural deposits
Zinc (mg/L)
2013
<0.05
5
Erosion of natural deposits
Iron (mg/L) (two wells blended)
2013
.20
.30
Common in rocks and soil
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).
Well 5 and Well 3 are being used as our source water. They are both functioning very well. There have been no problems with any contaminants during the year.
The conservation of water is greatly appreciated.
California has received a lot of water this year but because of the years of drought the wells are still recovering. In addition to those restrictions imposed by the State, there is:
NO WATERING BETWEEN 10AM and 5PM
- January 30, 2017
- Quarterly Financials
Current Actual Annual % of Quarter Year to Date Budget Budget REVENUES Water Assessments 36,460 86,884 75,000 116% Hook Up fees - 10,000 - Commercial Water Sales 125 815 - Late Charges (92) 134 450 30% Interest Income 265 937 500 187% Miscellaneous Income - - - TOTAL REVENUES 36,758 98,769 75,950 130% ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES Uncollectible Receivables - - Accounting Services 1,056 4,932 5,700 87% Insurance 471 2,300 3,200 72% Legal Services 426 5,901 1,000 590% Office Supplies & Postage 241 1,329 1,600 83% Taxes - 825 825 100% Telephone 180 712 720 99% TOTAL ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES 2,374 15,999 13,045 123% MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES Depreciation Expense 10,483 41,932 42,000 100% Maintenance & Repairs 15,667 32,329 25,000 129% Water Testing 986 1,750 1,000 175% TOTAL MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES 27,136 76,011 68,000 112% UTILITIES Electricity 4,794 21,026 25,000 84% TOTAL UTILITIES 4,794 21,026 25,000 84% TOTAL EXPENSES 34,303 113,037 106,045 107% REVENUE LESS EXPENSE (DEFICIT) 2,455 (14,268) (30,095) 47% - October 29, 2016
Annual Meeting
MOUNTAIN MEADOWS MUTUAL WATER COMPANY
Annual Meeting
October 22, 2016
Opening
The meeting of the Mountain Meadows Mutual Water Company was called to order at 9:05 AM by Bill Archibald, president.Members Present
Board members present – Bill Archibald, David Richman, Blair Hafner, Christopher Klein and Hal Cady. Lot owners present- Kitty Van Stelle, Rick LaBorde
President Comments
NoneVote for Board Members
There were 7 members present and 12 proxies submitted. This was not enough for a quorum. The board voted 5-0 to keep the same board.Water System Status
The water system is OK and is up and operating with no issues.
A lighting event occurred at well 5 which knocked out the telemetry system to that well. The damage was repaired and the system is up and operational.
The main waterline was replaced along a portion of Crowley Lake Dr. to move the line from private property and place it along the roadway. One fire hydrant was also replaced during this move.Water System Status Continued
The water tanks are scheduled to be cleaned in late spring to remove accumulated sediment.
Well water levels- Wells 1 and 4 remain the same, they are not in use at this time. Well 3 is at 52.2 feet, a drop from 50.1 feet from last year. Well 5 is at 136.2 feet, a drop from 135.6 feet last year.
Water usage- Water usage was up from last year. About 15 million gallons of water was used this year, and 31 water users were charged extra fees. Last year about 11 million gallons of water was used and 20 users were charged extra fees.
The new water rates went into effect on October 1st. See the web site for the new rates.Financial Status
There is currently $350,000 in savings, with $45,000 committed to outstanding bills.New Business
Three new houses are under construction and will be added to the system.
Advised membership of the status of a disputed bill. This bill has been settled by the board.
The board discussed policy issues and responsibilities of the Company and shareholders, pursuant to the website and the board meeting of April 2012.
The board made a motion (Cady) and seconded it (Klein) to reaffirm and further clarify those responsibilities. The Board approved 5-0. (See the web site.)
The next annual meeting date was discussed and tentatively set for the first week in October. The exact date will be determined at a later date.
The meeting adjourned at 1013PM- October 19, 2016
- Quarterly Financials
Current Actual Annual % of Quarter Year to Date Budget Budget REVENUES Water Assessments 17,705 50,424 75,000 67% Hook Up fees 5,000 10,000 - Commercial Water Sales 390 690 - Late Charges (275) 226 450 50% Interest Income 256 672 500 134% Miscellaneous Income - - - TOTAL REVENUES 23,076 62,011 75,950 82% ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES Uncollectible Receivables - - Accounting Services 1,696 3,877 5,700 68% Insurance 471 1,829 3,200 57% Legal Services 5,425 5,475 1,000 548% Office Supplies & Postage 622 1,088 1,600 68% Taxes 800 825 825 100% Telephone 177 532 720 74% TOTAL ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES 9,191 13,626 13,045 104% MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES Depreciation Expense 10,483 31,449 42,000 75% Maintenance & Repairs 8,960 16,662 25,000 67% Water Testing - 764 1,000 76% TOTAL MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES 19,443 48,875 68,000 72% UTILITIES Electricity 7,526 16,232 25,000 65% TOTAL UTILITIES 7,526 16,232 25,000 65% TOTAL EXPENSES 36,159 78,734 106,045 74% REVENUE LESS EXPENSE (DEFICIT) (13,083) (16,723) (30,095) 56% - September 8, 2016
Board Meeting Minutes
David provided an update of the system, with everything operating. Replacement of the main on Crowley Lake Drive is progressing.
The Board adopted the new rate structure, effective October 1st, on a vote of four to one.
The Board approved unanimously any and all collection activities, as outlined in the bylaws, to collect an outstanding debt by a member.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.