Pumping data for 2009: The district pumped 7,723,770 gallons of water in a 12-month period, an average of 21,161 gallons per day. While 2009 is not the best year on record for water usage, it's a distinct improvement over 2003, when the system pumped an astonishing 13,500,197 gallons - nearly 37,000 gallons per day. The improvement in resource management is largely due to completion of the Narragansett line remediation by the Prudence Island Utilities Corp. in the winter of 2007-08. The water district will build on this effort by systematically remediating system trouble spots. We know that less water leaking from our infrastucture means more water available for our community.
At its meeting of October 3, the Board of Directors considered and adopted bylaws regarding water conservation. You can read the adopted bylaws at this link.
The district's fiscal year ended on September 30, 2010. Our accountant has finished his annual review for fiscal year 2008-09, and this report will be included in our annual statement to the electors.
Winter is in full force, and the district reminds its customers that it's important to shut down their water and drain their pipes if they plan to be away from the island for any significant period of time. Prevent damage to your home and help the community save water!
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