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Water system chlorine burnout complaints

Summary

Chair Hilsenbeck and neighbors complained the utility department's annual chlorine 'burnout' made tap water harsh this year; staff said it ends around June 21-22 and is DEP-required.

At a glance

Total mentions: 1
Last 30 days: 0

Last discussed Jun 18, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

No direct cost to residents, though some may buy bottled water during the burnout period.

✅Who benefits

Long-term water system health through disinfection of the distribution network.

⚠️Who could be affected

Residents experiencing strongly chlorinated tap water during the burnout window.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingJun 18, 2026

Planning and Zoning Agency - Jun 18, 2026

Chair Hilsenbeck and neighbors complained the utility department's annual chlorine 'burnout' made tap water harsh this year; staff said it ends around June 21-22 and is DEP-required.

Related development

approved

Administrative Rezoning of Utility Parcels

Utility upgrades at North Beach and other sites become easier; the parcels cannot be sold or redeveloped without rezoning back.

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