Norton Water Sewer Commission Tackles Meter Upgrades and Water Quality Issues
- Meeting Overview:
During the Norton Water Sewer Commission meeting, topics included ongoing efforts to upgrade aging water meters and address water quality concerns. A proposal was made to request an additional $150,000 for further meter replacements to eliminate estimated readings, which have been a concern due to nonresponsive meters. The commission has already replaced several hundred meters and plans to continue these efforts to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Another discussion centered on water quality analysis, particularly regarding the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the water supply. The commission reviewed plans for a water quality analysis to explore options for addressing PFAS contamination, especially at Well 3, which showed detectable levels. Solutions under consideration include taking the well offline or implementing treatment options.
In addition, the commission discussed infrastructure updates, such as the ongoing controls upgrade at the Rford pump station and maintenance issues at Well 3, where a corroded pump is delaying operations. The commission is also coordinating with neighboring communities, like Mansfield, to ensure robust cross-connection interconnects.
Michael Yunits
Sewerage Authority Officials:
Steven Bishop, James Jardin, Steven L. Bernstein
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Meeting Type:
Sewerage Authority
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
03/18/2026
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Recording Published:
03/18/2026
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Duration:
15 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Bristol County
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Towns:
Norton
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