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STAGE 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE IN EFFECT
This is a reminder that Stage II water restrictions remain in effect. Odd-numbered addresses may irrigate on Tuesdays and Saturdays only. Even-numbered addresses may irrigate on Wednesdays and Sundays only. No irrigation is allowed on Mondays, Thursdays, or Fridays. Irrigation shall be performed before 10 am or after 6 pm, to limit evaporation. EXCEPTIONS: Irrigation…
Read MoreFlushing Guidelines After Period of Inactivity
Flushing Guidelines After Period of Inactivity FLUSHING GUIDELINES FOR YOUR SCHOOL OR COMMERCIAL FACILITY AFTER PROLONGED PERIOD OF INACTIVITY Due to COVID-19 related circumstances, it is possible that your facility has been closed for an extended period. To protect the health and safety of our community, Ridgewood Water would like to provide you with instructions…
Read MoreRW & Wyckoff Board of Health Discussion
Ridgewood Water Director Richard Calbi was recently interviewed by the Wyckoff Board of Health. On July 9, 2020, Ridgewood Water Director Richard Calbi participated in an online interview with Dr. Steven Clarke, president of the Wyckoff Board of Health. The topics discussed ranged from Conservation to Lead.
Read MoreNew Jersey Finalizes Drinking Water Standard for PFOA and PFAS
On June 1, 2020, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) adopted amendments to the New Jersey Safe Drinking Water Act rules (N.J.A.C. 7:10) for new drinking water limits on perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), two toxic chemicals in the class of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances known more commonly as PFAS. The…
Read MoreNon Emergency Water Quality Parameter Notification
Click HERE for a Non-Emergency Water Quality Parameter Notification. All Ridgewood Water customers should have recently received a Notice of Violation (NOV) that pertains to Water Quality Parameters sampling that occurred between July and December 2019. Water Quality Parameters include values set by the State for pH levels in drinking water. pH is a simple…
Read MoreStatement on RW’s actions to ensure the health and safety of our drinking water
We have a responsibility to protect our drinking water supply from exposure to and contamination with toxic PFAS, and yesterday’s filing is just one step of many that we are taking towards fulfilling that responsibility. The companies that knowingly sold and promoted these products – despite recognizing that they would impact our drinking water –…
Read MoreDrought warning considered.
Drought warning considered. Click HERE.
Read MoreCommissioner Martin lifted the drought warning
4/12/17- Commissioner Martin lifted the drought warning, but cited very important suggestions on how to save water, including: Do not over-water lawns and landscaping. Two times per week for 30 minutes in the morning or late afternoon during drier periods is typically sufficient. Use a hose with a hand-nozzle to water flowers and shrubs. Avoid…
Read MoreNJ utilities look to curb spikes in water use
*1/2/17- NJ utilities look to curb spikes in water use
Read MoreDrought warning for 14 counties in NJ
*10/21/16- Commissioner Martin signs administrative order designating drought warning for 14 counties in Northern, Central and Northern Coastal New Jersey. Directive activates DEP authority to closely manage water supplies; public strongly urged to reduce water use. http://www.nj.gov/dep/newsrel/2016/16_0102.htm
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