As there is no safe level for lead exposure, water systems in New Jersey are working to meet the new statutory requirement to replace all lead service lines (LSL) by 2031. Despite progress, drinking water systems, governments, and stakeholders face numerous obstacles in complying with the legislation. Overcoming these challenges requires clear standards and communication,… Continue reading 2024 Report: Lessons Learned After Two Years of Accelerating Lead Service Line Replacement in New Jersey Communities
Type: Reports & Recommendations
Jersey Water Works Comments Comments on Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) Rule Proposal
On November 7, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Works Climate Resilience Committee and Green Infrastructure Committee submitted comments on Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) Rule Proposal.
Jersey Water Works Comments Comments on the proposed rules, amendments, and repeals to the Safe Drinking Water Act Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:10) and Water Supply Allocation Permit Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:19)
On October 18, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Asset Management and Finance Committee submitted comments on the proposed rules, amendments, and repeals to the Safe Drinking Water Act Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:10) and Water Supply Allocation Permit Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:19).
Jersey Water Works Comments on the EPA Proposed LCRI
The Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force submitted comments on the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI).
Jersey Water Works Comments on the SFY25 Proposed Intended Use Plans
On January 31, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Asset Management and Finance Committee submitted comment on the SFY25 Proposed Intended Use Plans.
Jersey Water Works Comments on Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority, Gloucester City, and the City of Camden Draft Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Permits
On January 22, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Combined Sewer Overflow Committee submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) Draft Combined Sewer Overflow Permits Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (NJ0026182), Gloucester City (NJ0108847), and the City of Camden (NJ0108812).
Jersey Water Works Comments on Bergen County Utilities Authority, Borough of Fort Lee, City of Hackensack, and the Village of Ridgefield Park Draft Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Permits
On November 22, 2023, the Jersey Water Works Combined Sewer Overflow Committee submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) Draft Combined Sewer Overflow Permits Bergen County Utilities Authority (NJ0020028), Borough of Fort Lee (NJ0034517), City of Hackensack (NJ0108766), and the Village of Ridgefield… Continue reading Jersey Water Works Comments on Bergen County Utilities Authority, Borough of Fort Lee, City of Hackensack, and the Village of Ridgefield Park Draft Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Permits
Jersey Water Works Comments on the NJDEP Strategic Climate Action Plan
The Jersey Water Works Climate Resilience Committee and Green Infrastructure Committee submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Strategic Climate Action Plan on October 19, 2023.
Primer for Mayors – Let’s Get the Lead Out of Our Drinking Water: Lead Service Line Efficiency Measures
Access to clean and safe drinking water is important for the health and safety of all individuals in New Jersey, and has been a national priority since Congress passed the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974. As there is no safe level for lead exposure, water systems in New Jersey are working to meet the… Continue reading Primer for Mayors – Let’s Get the Lead Out of Our Drinking Water: Lead Service Line Efficiency Measures
Jersey Water Works Comments on NJDEP’s Guidance to CSO Public Engagement
On July 28, the Jersey Water Works Combined Sewer Overflow Committee submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on the Guidance to CSO Public Engagement document.