Draft Ontario Town Board Meeting 7:00 P.M February 11, 2019 Ontario Town Hall I. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance II. Revisions to Agenda. III. Comments from the Public IV. Approval of Minutes from Prior Meeting(s) – January 28 V. Correspondence: Town Clerk VI. Reports of the Attorney for the Town VII. Reports of Department Heads and Town Agencies a) Town Clerk Report – Deb DeMinck b) Superintendent of Water Utilities – Adam Cummings c) Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer – Brian Smith d) Sole Assessor – Mel Halstead e) Supt. of Highways- Marilee Stollery f) Parks and Recreation Director – Bill Riddell g) Economic Development Director – Bill Riddell h) Watershed Chairman- Adam Cummings i) Ontario Public Library Director – Sandra Hylen j) Supervisor Financial Statement – Linda Yancey k) Town Justices – Paul Sucher and William Benedict II l) Animal Control Officer – Mark Plyter Future Meetings: Feb. 18 – Workshop Feb. 25 – Meeting (Att. 1) (Att. 2) (Att. 3) (Att. 4) (Att. 5) (Att. 6) (Att. 7) No Report No Report Submitted No Report No Report No Report (Att. 8)
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Ontario Town Board Meeting
7:00 P.M February 11, 2019
Ontario Town Hall
I. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance
II. Revisions to Agenda.
III. Comments from the Public
IV. Approval of Minutes from Prior Meeting(s) – January 28
V. Correspondence: Town Clerk
VI. Reports of the Attorney for the Town
VII. Reports of Department Heads and Town Agencies
a) Town Clerk Report – Deb DeMinck
b) Superintendent of Water Utilities – Adam Cummings
c) Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer – Brian Smith
d) Sole Assessor – Mel Halstead
e) Supt. of Highways- Marilee Stollery
f) Parks and Recreation Director – Bill Riddell
g) Economic Development Director – Bill Riddell
h) Watershed Chairman- Adam Cummings
i) Ontario Public Library Director – Sandra Hylen
j) Supervisor Financial Statement – Linda Yancey
k) Town Justices – Paul Sucher and William Benedict II
l) Animal Control Officer – Mark Plyter
Future Meetings:
Feb. 18 – Workshop
Feb. 25 – Meeting
(Att. 1)
(Att. 2)
(Att. 3)
(Att. 4)
(Att. 5)
(Att. 6)
(Att. 7)
No Report
No Report Submitted
No Report
No Report
No Report
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VIII. Old Business
IX. New Business - Consideration of:
a) 6775 Furnace Road Concept Site Plan – Brian Smith
b) Acceptance and Approval of Water Utilities Staffing Evaluation Plan – Adam Cummings
c) Approval and Commencement of Employment of Jacob Coomber for Water Treatment
Plant Operator, 2nd Shift Operator Position – Adam Cummings
d) Capital Improvement Plans for the Water Utilities Department – Adam Cummings
e) Closeout of H76 Capital Project – Wastewater Treatment Plant Entrance Unit – Adam
Cummings
f) NRG Energy Demand Response Participation – Adam Cummings
g) Memo authorizing Andrew Kujawski and Randall Balliet to attend Grade 1 Advanced
Operations Certification Course – Adam Cummings
h) Agreement to spend Highway Funds – Marilee Stollery
X. Comments from the Public
XI. Budget Adjustments/Transfers
XII. Appointments/Resignations
XIII. Information Forum
XIV. Approval of Claims
XV. Workshop Items
a) Town Cleanup
XVI. Executive Session/Adjournment
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(Att. 10)
(Att. 11)
(Att. 12)
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JANUARY 28, 2019ONTARIO TOWN BOARD MEETING
A regular meeting of the Ontario Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Frank Robusto at 7:00 p.m. inthe Ontario Town Hall. Present were Supervisor Robusto, Council members: Scott TeWinkle, Joseph Catalano,Jeremy Eaton, Accountant Linda Yancey, Superintendent of Highways Marilee Stollery, Library DirectorSandra Hylen and Deputy Town Clerk Shelley LaRocca.
Absent: Councilman Rick Leszyk
8 residents and visitors were present at portions of the meeting.
Mr. Eaton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Revisions to the Agenda - A motion was made by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Mr. TeWinkle, to approve theagenda as presented. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
Public Comment – Former Supervisor John Smith stated that building studies have been done and many repairshave been made to Town Hall in prior years. He feels paying Pardi Partnership Architects is excessive.
Approval of Minutes of Prior Meeting(s) – A motion was made by Mr. TeWinkle, seconded by Mr. Eaton, toapprove the minutes of the January 14 and 22, 2019 meetings as presented. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent(Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
New Business – A motion was made by Mr. TeWinkle, seconded by Mr. Eaton, to accept the Town Clerk’sAnnual report for 2018. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
A motion was made by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Mr. TeWinkle, to TABLE the hiring of Pardi PartnershipArchitects to provide architectural and engineering services to conduct repairs to the inside and outsideof the Town Hall/Library complex. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION TABLED
A motion was made by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Mr. TeWinkle, to accept the appointment of SaraContestabile as a Trustee of the Ontario Public Library. Her term will be January 1, 2019 throughDecember 31, 2023. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
A motion was made by Mr. TeWinkle, seconded by Mr. Eaton, to authorize the purchase of a 2019CAT962M Loader from the NYS contract for an amount not to exceed $29,865.00 as requested by theSuperintendent of Highways. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
A motion was made by Mr. Catalano, seconded by Mr. TeWinkle, to accept the end of year budget transfersas requested by Accountant Linda Yancey.
2018 Budget Transfers
Other than .1 accounts
DEFICIT From
ACCOUNT TITLE AMT
AAA.1110.400 Justice Contrct 19,923.94 AAA.1221.400 Book k cont 6,437.06
AAA.1420.400 Attorney Contrct 2,995.99 AAA.1221.200 Book k equip 3,600.00
AAA.1440.400 Engineer Contrct 3,750.00 AAA.1320.400 Auditor Con 4,598.20
AAA.9050.800 Unemploym Ins 1,109.00 AAA.7140.400Plygcontr 15,416.12
AAA.9901.900 Transfer to other F 5,184.60 AAA.7150.100 Plyg pers 27,733.43
TOTAL 152,238.32 AAA.7150.400 Comm C con 13,579.57
AAA.7310.400 Youth Con 4,599.81
Total 152,238.32
DA1.9010.800 State retirement 1,571.00 DA1.5148.400 Ser to other 1,571.00
FFF.1420.400 Att Contr 5,731.28 FFF.1990.400 Contingent 23,063.11
FFF.9010.800 State Retir 566.00
FFF.9055.800 Hos Insur 16,765.83
23,063.11
SL1 5182.400 Street Lights 9,621.19 AAA.1420.400 Gen contingency 10,309.16
SD1. 8540.20 Drainage 687.97 SS1.1990.400 San Sewer Cont 30,000.00
SS1.1440.400 Eng fees 2,034.00 SS1.8130.200 San S Conting 15,428.77
SS2.8120.200 San Sewer Cont 715.79
SS1.8130.400 San Treat Cont 42,678.98 Total 55,737.93
TOTAL 55,737.93
4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
Board reports – Mr. TeWinkle gave updates on what is happening at Parks.Mr. Robusto said IT implementation will be starting soon.
Public Comment – John Smith questioned the end of year budget transfers and had a concern about transferringmoney from one special district to another.
Business Manager Linda Yancey responded that per consultation with Ray Wager this was appropriate.
Approval of Claims – A motion was made by Mr. TeWinkle, seconded by Mr. Catalano, to approve theabstract of claims for 2018 including vouchers #3839 through #3924 with a grand total of $74,763.09 and
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for 2019 vouchers # 68 through #132 with a grand total of $166,901.01 and to authorize the Supervisor toissue payments for same. 4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
Adjourn – A motion was made by Mr. Eaton, seconded by Mr. TeWinkle, to adjourn at 7:27 p.m.4 Ayes 0 Nays 1 Absent (Leszyk) MOTION CARRIED
Respectfully submitted,
Shelley LaRoccaOntario Deputy Town Clerk
The above minutes will become official upon approval of the town board.
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See Supervisor's Monthly Report and report from Business Manager for Financial results.
Major Completed Activities for Department Laboratory Testing
- In-house services installed the remaining piping
for the Fluoride Room Improvements, which
includes a new emergency eyewash and shower
unit to provide a safer environment in case of
chemical spill emergencies.
- Cross-training has commenced for employees
to perform 3 month training shifts at the WWTP.
Randy Balliet is the first to begin this rotation
and his new ideas and knowledge have already
paid off with a new level sensor installation on
the Waste Solids Holding Tank, which provides
better control and operation of the waste
process.
- The Water Utilities Team has converted the WWTP Control
Building, WTP Lab, and Pole Barn Break Room to LED lighting
fixtures to help minimize our energy usage. The capabilities of
these employees has saved the Town thousands of dollars.
Past proposals using outside contractors estimated this to
cost $43,750. Using in-house services, it will cost us
approximately $15,000 excluding rebates and incentives.
More savings will seen when these incentives are obtained.
The Town is fortunate to have such capable employees.
January 2019 Monthly Report
Period Ending January 31, 2019
54.214 Million Gallons (MG)
26.0 Million Gallons (MG)Wastewater Treated =Note: there is no correlation to the values shown. The values for Water
Produced are not exclusive to Town of Ontario only and the entire town
does not have a public sewer collection system.
- Water and sewer rate increase analysis and sewer district
budget fund consolidation measures are in the final stages.
More information will be forthcoming at future meetings.
They will impact ratepayers at the 2019 Quarter 1 Billing
Period in March 2019.
54.21 MG
00.00 MG
10.00 MG
20.00 MG
30.00 MG
40.00 MG
50.00 MG
60.00 MG
70.00 MG
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Water Produced
2017 2018 2019
26.0 MG
00.0 MG
05.0 MG
10.0 MG
15.0 MG
20.0 MG
25.0 MG
30.0 MG
35.0 MG
40.0 MG
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Wastewater Treated
2017 2018 2019
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TOWN OF NTARIOWAYNE COUNTY’S “COMMUNITY OF GOOD NEIGHBORS”
Melissa HalsteadAssessor
Town Hall ~ Assessing Department ~ 1850 Ridge Road ~ Ontario, New York 14519 ~ (315) 524-3226x400TDD 1-800-622-1220
An Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider
Assessing DepartmentJanuary 2019 Report
• Processed 29 transfers s 2 splits, & 2 merges.• Calculated and processed 2 apportionment for tax purposes• Updated Ag Ceiling Values• Updated Business/Investment Home Improvement exemption• Processed 2 Farm Labor Camp exemption applications (LaMora & Windmill).• Assisted several residents with STAR paperwork from state.• Processed 44 permits• Processed and Valued 34 C of Cs• Fielded may calls concerning changes to the Enhanced STAR exemption• Updated bank codes per Town Clerks office• Mailed out Aged, Disability and Ag exemption renewal applications as required
by Real Property Tax Law• Continued Office training for Assessing Clerk.• Assessor/Clerk processed exemptions received to date for 2019 Roll
• Updated IVP exemptions of State website• Provided new resident information to several civic organizations.• Continued to receive and process Property Description reports. This is a very
important step in keeping inventory data up to date.• Continued with file maintenance, verifying inventory files etc.
Respectfully submitted,
Mel HalsteadSole Assessor
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December 2018Board Sales
TAX ID #STREET
# STREET NAME PRIOR OWNERARMS
LENGTHSALEDATE
SALEPRICE
PROPCLASS NEW OWNER
64116-00-101859 5637 Arbor Restey, Tracy D 0 10/17/18 1 241 Tracy D Restey Trust U/W,
61118-00-218166 312 Berg Eskander, Nabila A 1 11/30/18 169900 210 Xu, Yang Fan
61118-00-161583 262 Boston Lee, Junior L 0 12/19/18 135000 240 Rolla, Daniel P.
61118-00-270704 352 Boston BQE Fortyseven, LLC, 0 12/14/18 154000 210 Snavely, Brittani Anne
61118-00-538854 593 Boston Kuhn, Dennis C 0 12/20/18 1 120 Gretchen P Reppert KennethP Kuhn
61118-00-013045 6626 County Line Barone, Deborah 1 12/5/18 375000 322 Fischetti, Laura
61118-00-052068 6634 County Line Barone, Deborah 1 12/5/18 375000 210 Fischetti, Laura
64118-00-173906 7277 Fisher Fallat, Michael 1 12/13/18 207000 210 Morrill, Barbara
63117-14-374486 6150 Furnace Bietsch, Michael L 1 12/3/18 17000 311 Verschage Ventures LLC,
63118-07-712869 7266 Furnace Williams, James B 1 12/12/18 74160 210 Drexler, Jenelle D.
61119-00-929246 886 Lake Dewitt, Gary M 0 12/17/18 155000 210 Hewitt, Nick
62119-00-340246 1214 Lake Nowak, Matthew J 1 12/2/18 280000 210 Urlaub, Robert B.
63119-00-394291 1250 Lake Nowak, Matthew J 0 12/3/18 1 311 Town of Ontario
63119-00-249495 1941 Lake Osterberg, Gregory C 0 10/22/18 1 210 Kelly S Roland Trustee of,
62119-13-155391 1058 Lake Mist D'Angelo, Nicholas 1 11/30/18 329026 210 Fayett, Michael Steven
Town of Ontario Water Utilities Staffing Evaluation November 2018
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................... 1
II. STAFFING ANALYSIS .............................................................................................. 5
III. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................... 9
LIST OF APPENDICES
APPENDIX A - STAFFING ESTIMATE WORKSHEETS
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I. INTRODUCTION
The following report is provided to the Town of Ontario Water Utilities Department and
evaluates the staffing requirements for the three divisions: Wastewater Treatment Plant
including Composting, Water Treatment Plant, and Outside Crew (Water Distribution and
Sewer Collections and Pump Stations). This evaluation was completed with the guidance
procedures described in Estimating Staffing for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Facilities,
Contract No. 68-01-0328, prepared by the United States Environmental Protection Agency-
Office of Water Program Operations, March 1973, the Northeast Guide for Estimating
Staffing at Publicly and Privately Owned Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants,
prepared by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission in 2008, and
the professional judgment and experience of the Water Utilities Department Staff, which
has more than 140 years of combined water and wastewater treatment experience.
Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Town of Ontario Wastewater Treatment Plant is a 1.0 million gallons per day (MGD)
rated plant which was constructed in 1975 to serve the Town of Ontario and potential
future outlying areas. The plant, located at 2200 Lake Road in the Town of Ontario, Wayne
County, New York receives predominantly residential wastewater. The treatment process
used by this plant is modified activated sludge using the extended aeration process. Prior
to primary biological treatment in the aeration basins, preliminary screening and grit
removal takes place in the Entrance Structure. Secondary treatment is provided by final
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clarifiers located after the aeration basins and followed by tertiary filtration, ultraviolet
disinfection and chemical treatment. The facility rating, as reported by the New York
Department of Environmental Conservation (NYDEC), of this plant is Level 4A, which is the
highest ranking a wastewater treatment facility can receive. Treated effluent from this
facility is discharged into Bear Creek, a tributary of Lake Ontario. The sludge generated
through the treatment process is dewatered by a belt filter press. Following dewatering,
the sludge is transported to an onsite compost facility. The compost facility converts the
unstable sludge into usable compost, which is then made available to Town residents.
Water Treatment Plant
The Town of Ontario Water Treatment Plant, located at 1961 Lake Road, is a 3.5 MGD rated
facility serving the Town of Ontario and portions of the Wayne County Water and Sewer
Authority (WCWSA) and the Monroe County Water Authority (MCWA) service areas.
Raw water is pumped from Lake Ontario via a pump station, which receives water from a
new 24-inch intake pipe. As raw water from the intake pumps enters the treatment facility,
flow is split between a flash mixer (serving the north side of the plant) and the micro-floc
units (on the south side of the plant). The north side of the plant was constructed in 1979
with a rated capacity of 2.0 MGD, while the micro-floc system (south side) was installed in
1996 with a rated capacity of 1.5 MGD. On the north side of the plant, water from the flash
mixer enters the up-flow clarifier for sedimentation removal. After solids are settled out,
flow exiting this clarifier is then split into four (4) gravity filters. The gravity filters are dual
media consisting of sand on the bottom and granular activated carbon on the top, providing
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filtration and taste and odor control. After going through the gravity feed filters, the water
empties into the clear well where it combines with the water from the south side of the
plant. On the south side of the plant, after coagulants are added, the water travels into the
micro-floc unit up flow clarifier. Water then proceeds to the filter compartment, which is
comprised of three different media’s: high-density garnet sand on the bottom, followed by
a layer of silica filter sand in the middle and then a layer of granular activated carbon on the
top. The water is drawn through the filter media and then into the clear well where it
combines with the water from the north side of the plant. At the discharge side of the low-
lift clear well pumps, the water travels through an ultraviolet disinfection system and is then
injected with chlorine all as part of a multi-barrier disinfection system. This water is then
conveyed onward to the on-site one million gallon (MG) water storage tank for the required
chlorine contact time. Following this contact time water then travels back into the plant
where fluoride is injected and then pumped through the high lift pumps into the
distribution system.
Outside Crew – Water Distribution and Sewer Collection Systems
The water distribution system in the Town consists of approximately 80 miles of pipe
ranging in size between 2 and 24 inches in diameter. Pipe material is comprised of asbestos
cement, cast iron, polyvinyl chloride, high-density polyethylene and ductile iron. There is
also a 250,000-gallon storage tank and booster pump station located along Ridge Road,
which supplies water to “High Pressure Zone” and to the Town of Walworth via large-
diameter transmission main.
The sewer collection system consists of approximately 40 miles of pipe ranging in size
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between 8 and 16 inches in diameter. Pipe material is comprised of asbestos cement,
polyvinyl chloride, and high-density polyethylene. There are also 13 pump stations located
throughout the Town, which require constant inspection, maintenance, and rehabilitation.
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II. STAFFING ANALYSIS
The Town of Ontario Water Utilities Department currently maintains an atypical staffing
arrangement when compared with other municipalities. The staff of the Water Utilities
Department is cross-trained to perform duties on both the water and wastewater
activities of the department. The purpose of this report is the evaluation of the Water
Utilities Department.
The treatment plant operation positions currently conduct all Operations, Maintenance,
and Laboratory responsibilities at the treatment plants. All Clerical and Administration
responsibilities are executed by staff at the Administration Building. Traditionally, the
Outside Crew performs water and sewer service installation connections to the respective
mains; utility stakeouts; repairing leaks in the distribution and collection systems; hydrant
flushing and valve exercising; and sewer televising; and operation and maintenance of the
pump stations. Property and facility maintenance responsibilities (i.e. mowing, painting,
refuse collection, landscaping, etc.) are all completed by another staff member from
within the Water Utilities Department, not part of the Water Utilities Collective
Bargaining Unit. The cross-training between disciplines has allowed the Water Utilities
Department to maintain a lean staff of highly trained personnel for many years.
As stated above, this evaluation was completed with the USEPA Estimating Staffing for
Municipal Wastewater Treatment Facilities and the staffing application program created
by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission, as well as
experienced and professional judgment of staff and the Water Utilities Superintendent.
The analysis of the responsibilities for the various segments are shown in the Staffing
Estimate Worksheets found in Appendix A. These segments are adjusted for local
conditions that are unique to the Town Ontario. For example, there is a 10% increase in
Maintenance efforts due to the existence of severe winters at the plant.
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Water Treatment Plant
The Water Treatment Plant is appropriately staffed at this time, with 3 employees. It is
operated 24 hours per day, 5 days per week using three 8-hour shifts. The weekends are
covered on a voluntary, rotational basis by staff within the Water Utilities Department.
Since this facility also operates as a certified microbiological laboratory and performs
analyses for outside entities, there are instances where an extra employee may be
necessary for a short duration at the Water Treatment Plant and/or microbiological
laboratory. This is accomplished by temporarily shifting another employee from another
division. The analysis results are as follows:
2,008 hrs
45%
1,528 hrs
34%
948 hrs
21%
Water Treatment Plant Workload Distribution
Basic and Advanced Operations and Processes Maintenance Laboratory Operations
Chart #
Chart 1 – Basic and Advanced Operations and Processes
Chart 2 – Maintenance
Chart 3 – Laboratory Operations
Chart 4 – Biosolids/Sludge Handling
Chart 5 – Yardwork
Estimated Operation and Maintenance Hours
Estimated Operation and Maintenance Staff
Estimated Additional Staff from Chart 7
TOTAL STAFFING ESTIMATE
Annual Hours
2007.50
1527.50
947.50
FINAL ESTIMATES
0.00
0.00
4482.50
2.99
0.00
2.99
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Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Wastewater Treatment Plant is also appropriately staffed at this time, with 3-4
employees, depending on the status of the composting operations. It is operated 10 hours
per day, 5 days per week using staggered 8-hour shifts. The weekends are covered on a
voluntary, rotational basis by staff within the Water Utilities Department during
emergencies (i.e. high flows, power outages, etc.), as necessary. This facility also operates
as a certified wet chemistry laboratory, but only provides testing for in-house operations,
so no additional staffing resources are necessary. During composting operations, staffing
needs do increase during composting. The analysis results are as follows:
2,951 hrs
49%
841 hrs
14%
511 hrs
9%
1,690 hrs
28%
0 hrs
0%
Wastewater Treatment Plant Workload Distribution
Basic and Advanced Operationsand Processes
Maintenance
Laboratory Operations
Biosolids/Sludge Handling
Yardwork
Chart #
Chart 1 – Basic and Advanced Operations and Processes
Chart 2 – Maintenance
Chart 3 – Laboratory Operations
Chart 4 – Biosolids/Sludge Handling
Chart 5 – Yardwork
Estimated Operation and Maintenance Hours
Estimated Operation and Maintenance Staff
Estimated Additional Staff from Chart 7
TOTAL STAFFING ESTIMATE
1690.00
0.00
5993.00
4.00
0.00
4.00
FINAL ESTIMATES
Annual Hours
2951.00
841.00
511.00
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Outside Crew
As stated earlier, the Outside Crew has been tasked with water and sewer service
installation connections to the respective mains; utility stakeouts; repairing leaks in the
distribution and collection systems; hydrant flushing and valve exercising; and sewer
televising; and operation and maintenance of the pump stations. However, they have not
adequately performed constant Operation and Maintenance activities of the water
distribution and collection systems in many, many years. This is evident by investigating
the Job Order History Worksheets and the current condition of these systems. Therefore,
a shift in the mission of this division is beginning in January 2019. There will be more
emphasis on Operation and Maintenance of the sewer collection and water distribution
systems and less time spent by the crew on water and sewer installations. The analysis
confirms the need for another employee in the Outside Crew.
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III. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This evaluation was conducted to determine the staffing needs for the Town of Ontario
Water Utilities Department. One additional worker is needed to properly staff the three
divisions at this time. The current staff has done an exceptional job of executing their
duties, but these additional workers are recommended to replace personnel that have
retired in the past 10 years. Rodney Peets left the labor force in 2008 to assume the role
of Water Utilities Superintendent and Stephen Johnville retired in 2018. Neither of these
FTE staff positions were ever replaced. Additionally, there are two employees planning to
retire in 2019 with three more employees eligible for retirement within the next five
years. Succession planning is of the utmost importance for this Department. We have an
immediate need for hiring a new employee. There is also a need to hire at least one more
employee, possibly two, by summer of 2018 due to two upcoming retirements planned
for September 2018.
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STAFFING ESTIMATE WORKSHEETS
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Design Flow: 1.0-5.0 mgd
Chart #Chart 1 – Basic and Advanced Operations and ProcessesChart 2 – MaintenanceChart 3 – Laboratory OperationsChart 4 – Biosolids/Sludge HandlingChart 5 – YardworkEstimated Operation and Maintenance HoursEstimated Operation and Maintenance StaffEstimated Additional Staff from Chart 7
TOTAL STAFFING ESTIMATE
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Chart 7 - Considerations for Additional Plant Staffing
2.990.00
2.99
Telemetry
Computerized recordkeepingE-mail
THE NORTHEAST GUIDE FOR ESTIMATING STAFFING AT PUBLICLY AND PRIVATELY OWNED WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANTS (24/7)
FINAL ESTIMATES
Plant Name: Ontario WTP
Chart 6 - Automation/SCADA
Note: The Total Staff estimate from Charts 1-5 will not be the final amount of staff necessary to run the facility. Please
review Chart 7 for additional staffing needs.
0.000.00
4482.50
Actual Flow: 2.5 MGD
Annual Hours2007.501527.50
Final Comments:
947.50
Age of plant and equipment (over 15 years of age)Note: The user should attach supporting information to justify additional staffing needs from Chart 7.
Plant operators responsible for operating generators and emergency power
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Data Notes # of Units Process/Activity/Flow Hours Calculated Subtotal
Begin Chart 1 – Basic and Advanced Operations and
Processes
Data Notes # of Units Process Hours Calculated SubtotalPreliminary Treatment 1.00 0.00
# of units 4 Primary Clarification 0.50 730.00Activated Sludge 6.00 0.00
etc.) and responsibility for clerical duties (i.e., billing, reports,
correspondence, phones, time sheets, mailings, etc.) No
Plant staff responsible for collection system operation and
maintenance, pump station inspections, and/or combined
sewer overflows No
Plant operators responsible for snow plowing, road/sidewalk
repair, or other municipal project No
Plant staff involved in generating additional energy No
Plant receives an extra high septage and/or grease load
(higher than designed organic and grease loadings) or plant
takes in sludge from other treatment plants No
Plant is producing a Class A Biosolid product No
Plant operators responsible for operating generators and
emergency power Yes
Plant responsible for industrial pre-treatment program No
Plant staff responsible for plant upgrades and large projects
done both on-site and off-site (i.e., collection systems,
manholes, etc.) No
Plant operators responsible for machining parts on-site No
Age of plant and equipment (over 15 years of age) Yes
End of Chart 7 – Considerations for Additional Plant
Staffing
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Design Flow: 0.5-1.0 mgd
Chart #Chart 1 – Basic and Advanced Operations and ProcessesChart 2 – MaintenanceChart 3 – Laboratory OperationsChart 4 – Biosolids/Sludge HandlingChart 5 – YardworkEstimated Operation and Maintenance HoursEstimated Operation and Maintenance StaffEstimated Additional Staff from Chart 7
TOTAL STAFFING ESTIMATE
Actual Flow: 1.0 MGD
Annual Hours2951.00841.00
Final Comments:
511.00
Age of plant and equipment (over 15 years of age)Note: The user should attach supporting information to justify additional staffing needs from Chart 7.
Plant is producing a Class A Biosolid product
THE NORTHEAST GUIDE FOR ESTIMATING STAFFING AT PUBLICLY AND PRIVATELY OWNED WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANTS (One Shift)
FINAL ESTIMATES
Plant Name: Ontario WWTP (UV Disinfection)
Plant operators responsible for operating generators and emergency powerPlant responsible for industrial pre-treatment program
Chart 7 - Considerations for Additional Plant Staffing
E-mailChart 6 - Automation/SCADA
Note: The Total Staff estimate from Charts 1-5 will not be the final amount of staff necessary to run the facility. Please
review Chart 7 for additional staffing needs.
1690.000.00
5993.004.000.00
4.00
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Data Notes # of Units Process/Activity/Flow Hours Calculated Subtotal
Begin Chart 1 – Basic and Advanced Operations and
Processes
Data Notes # of Units Process Hours Calculated Subtotal1 Preliminary Treatment 0.50 130.00
# of units Primary Clarification 0.50 0.001 Activated Sludge 4.00 1040.00
etc.) and responsibility for clerical duties (i.e., billing, reports,
correspondence, phones, time sheets, mailings, etc.) No
Plant staff responsible for collection system operation and
maintenance, pump station inspections, and/or combined
sewer overflows No
Plant operators responsible for snow plowing, road/sidewalk
repair, or other municipal project No
Plant staff involved in generating additional energy No
Plant receives an extra high septage and/or grease load
(higher than designed organic and grease loadings) or plant
takes in sludge from other treatment plants No
Plant is producing a Class A Biosolid product Yes
Plant operators responsible for operating generators and
emergency power Yes
Plant responsible for industrial pre-treatment program Yes
Plant staff responsible for plant upgrades and large projects
done both on-site and off-site (i.e., collection systems,
manholes, etc.) No
Plant operators responsible for machining parts on-site No
Age of plant and equipment (over 15 years of age) Yes
End of Chart 7 – Considerations for Additional Plant
Staffing
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Outside Crew Workload Projections
Description Quantity Unit Annual Hours Comments
Basic PS Operations (for each PS) 91 Hrs per PS 1,183 Hrs Estimated Operations Hours per NEIWPCC spreadsheet for annual pump station operations. 13 pump stations in system.
Stakeouts and Construction Inspections 416 Hrs Estimated based on past year's data
Hydrant and Valve Exercising 1,485 Hydrants and Valves 1,856 Hrs Estimated hydrant exercising program (1.25 hours each)
4.95 Employees Required
5.0 Employees recommended.
1,183 Hrs
16%
2,704 Hrs
36%
1,269 Hrs
17%
416 Hrs
6%
1,856 Hrs
25%
Outside Crew Workload Distribution
Basic PS Operations (for each PS)
Pump Station Maintenance
Manhole Inspections and Corrective
Actions
Stakeouts and Construction Inspections
Hydrant and Valve Exercising
Current Staff
4.0 Employees
Recommended Staff
5.0 Employees
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Town of Ontario Adam Cummings, PE, BCEE
Water Utilities Department Superintendent/Town Engineer
2200 Lake Rd. (315) 524-2941
Ontario, NY 14519
To: Town Board/Board of Water Commissioners
From: Adam Cummings
Cc:
Date: 2/7/19
Subject: New Hire Appointment - 2nd Shift Water Treatment Plant Operator
I have reviewed the position applications, Certified List of Eligibles, and completed
interviews for the job posting for a 2nd Shift Water Treatment Plant Operator within the Water
Utilities Department. See attached copy of Wayne County Civil Service List of Eligibles. The
initial, top 3 individuals turned down the opportunity. However, the next successive individual,
Jacob Coomber is qualified and interested in the position. He already has the necessary Water
Treatment and Distribution Licenses and has shown a willingness to learn all facets of our
department, if the need arises.
At this time, I request the Town Board/Board of Water Commissioners approve the
appointment of Jacob Coomber to fill the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator covering
2nd Shift within the Water Utilities Department.
Upon Town Board approval and commencement of employment on or about March 4,
2019 at the base starting rate of $17.62 per hour plus shift differential of $0.80 per hour plus
$0.50 per hour for Grade D license plus $1.00 per hour for Grade 2A license for a total starting
rate of $19.92 per hour in accordance with the CSEA, Local 1000 AFCME, AFL-CIO
Agreement (“CSEA Agreement”). Additionally, Mr. Coomber will begin a twenty-six (26) week
probationary period in accordance with New York State Civil Service Law and CSEA
Agreement.
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Town of Ontario Adam Cummings, PE, BCEE
Water Utilities Department Superintendent/Town Engineer
2200 Lake Rd. (315) 524-2941
Ontario, NY 14519
To: Town Board/Board of Water Commissioners
From: Adam Cummings
Cc:
Date: 2/7/19
Subject: Capital Improvement Planning 2019-2023 - Water Utilities Department
I have completed Capital Improvement Plans for the upcoming 5-year period (2019-
2023) for the Water Utilities Department. This was a strong recommendation from the NYS
Comptroller as part of their last audit.
I am asking for approval and acceptance of the Capital Improvement Plans for the Water,
Wastewater, and Laboratory facilities within my Department.
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1961 Lake Road
Ontario, New York 14519
Town of Ontario Water Treatment Plant
Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
2019-2023
December 2018
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I. BACKGROUND ................................................................................................................................................ 2
II. TREATMENT UNIT ANALYSIS .................................................................................................................... 4
A. RAW WATER INTAKE ................................................................................................................................ 4
B. RAW WATER PUMP STATION .................................................................................................................... 5
C. FLASH MIXING UNIT (NORTH PLANT) ...................................................................................................... 6
D. NORTH CLARIFIER (NORTH PLANT) .......................................................................................................... 7
E. GRAVER FILTERS (NORTH PLANT) ............................................................................................................ 7
F. TRIDENT FILTERS (SOUTH PLANT) ............................................................................................................ 8
G. LOW LIFT PUMPS ...................................................................................................................................... 8
H. UV SYSTEM .............................................................................................................................................. 9
I. CLEARWELL .............................................................................................................................................. 9
J. ONSITE 1.0 MG STORAGE TANK ............................................................................................................. 10
K. HIGH LIFT PUMPS ................................................................................................................................... 10
L. CHEMICAL FEED EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................. 11
M. CONTROL ROOM/LABORATORY .............................................................................................................. 11
N. EMERGENCY GENERATOR ....................................................................................................................... 12
O. SECURITY ISSUES .................................................................................................................................... 12
P. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................... 13
Q. RIDGE ROAD STORAGE TANK ................................................................................................................. 14
R. LAGOONS ................................................................................................................................................ 14
S. SCADA SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................... 15
T. ENERGY MANAGEMENT/ALTERNATIVE ENERGY .................................................................................... 15
U. HYDRAULIC ANALYSIS ........................................................................................................................... 17
V. REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING MAINS ......................................................................................................... 18
W. NEW WATER MAINS ................................................................................................................................ 18
III. FIVE YEAR PLAN PRIORITIZATION ....................................................................................................... 20
IV. CONCLUSION................................................................................................................................................. 21
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I. BACKGROUND
The Town of Ontario Water Treatment Plant, located at 1961 Lake Road, is a 3.5 MGD
rated facility serving the Town of Ontario and portions of the Wayne County Water and
Sewer Authority (WCWSA) and the Monroe County Water Authority (MCWA) service
areas.
Raw water is pumped from Lake Ontario via a pump station, which receives water from a
new 24-inch intake pipe. As raw water from the intake pumps enters the treatment facility,
flow is split between a flash mixer (serving the North Side of the plant) and the micro-floc
units (on the South Side of the plant). The North Side of the plant was constructed in 1979
with a rated capacity of 2.0 MGD, while the micro-floc system (South Side) was installed
in 1996 with a rated capacity of 1.5 MGD. On the North Side of the plant, water from the
flash mixer enters the up-flow clarifier for sedimentation removal. After solids are settled
out, flow exiting this clarifier is then split into four (4) gravity filters. The gravity filters
are dual media consisting of sand on the bottom and granular activated carbon on the top,
providing filtration and taste and odor control. After going through the gravity feed filters,
the water empties into the clear well where it combines with the water from the South Side
of the plant. On the South Side of the plant, after coagulants are added, the water travels
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into the micro-floc unit up flow clarifier. Water then proceeds to the filter compartment,
which is comprised of three different media’s: high-density garnet sand on the bottom,
followed by a layer of silica filter sand in the middle and then a layer of granular activated
carbon on the top. The water is drawn through the filter media and then into the clear well
where it combines with the water from the North Side of the plant. At the discharge side of
the low-lift clear well pumps, the water travels through an ultraviolet disinfection system
and is then injected with chlorine all as part of a multi-barrier disinfection system. This
water is then conveyed onward to the on-site one million gallon (MG) water storage tank
for the required chlorine contact time. Following this contact time water then travels back
into the plant where fluoride is injected and then pumped through the high lift pumps into
the distribution system.
Information provided in this report is based on site investigations and meetings with plant
personnel and is intended to target areas of the WTP that may require repair and or
upgrades during the next five years. In addition to the site investigations and meetings with
plant personal the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) conducted a
Comprehensive Performance Evaluation (CPE) of the water treatment plant in June 2002.
The CPE identified process and physical components of the treatment plant that could be
improved to optimize treatment. Many of the suggestions in the CPE were completed in the
2003 Five Year Plan Study and have helped to enhance the performance of the plant.
Several of the remaining suggestions were then listed in a subsequent Five Year Plan
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authored in 2008 to help to continue the operational functionality of the plant, but none of
those recommended improvements have been completed since that time. Each of the
treatment units within the plant will be discussed and recommendations will be provided to
rehabilitate or upgrade the units if warranted. Following the recommendations, the
proposed improvements will be summarized and prioritized over a five year time frame.
As stated earlier, this report follows a similar five-year plan, which was completed in 2008
for the water plant. However, most of the items identified in the 2008 report were deferred
and never completed and must be completed in the near future. Due to the deferral of these
improvements, the condition of the unit operations have deteriorated even more and the
residual lives of the assets decreased.
II. TREATMENT UNIT ANALYSIS
A. RAW WATER INTAKE
A new raw water intake was installed in 2001 in order to address frazil ice/freeze up
problems as well as high turbidity swings and taste/odor issues. An additional benefit
derived from this project was an increase in capacity of the intake system from 3 million
gallons per day to 5 million gallons per day. The existing 16 inch intake pipe installed in
1953 extended 1200 feet from the intake wet well to a depth of 13 to 17 feet below the
lake surface. The relatively shallow depth of the intake increased its tendency to
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accumulate algae and frazil ice, which reduced flow capacity and produced inconsistent
raw water quality. The 2001 improvement project included a new 24 inch intake pipe
and new intake screens extending 4,200 feet from the lake shore to a depth of
approximately 50’. Raw water that enters the intake screens can be pretreated with
potassium permanganate and/or chlorine gas for zebra mussel control. Since the pipe is
in good to fair condition and no signs of degradation, no repairs are necessary at this
time, however a bi-annual inspection of this pipe, the pipe anchors and intake screens is
recommended. Past inspection records have not been found, so it is unknown when the
last inspection was completed. For convenience, it is planned to complete the next
inspection in 2020 to return to a regular schedule and complete inspections on even-
numbered years.
B. RAW WATER PUMP STATION
In addition to the new intake pipe installed in 2001, the Town simultaneously replaced
the raw water intake pumps, flow meters, valving, and controls as well a new building to
house the pumps. Each of the new pumps have a capacity of 2,700 gallons per minute
(3.89 mgd). The water treatment plant has a rated capacity of 2,431 gallons per minute
(3.5 mgd) leaving an excess of 269 gallons per minute (0.39 mgd) for future plant
upgrades. There are also provisions for a future, third pump to be installed if additional
capacity is needed. The South Pump was rebuilt in 2016 and the North VFD was
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replaced, the North Pump should be rebuilt either this year or next. This pump
rebuild is included in the 2019 Budget and is not included in this Capital Improvement
Plan. The South VFD was replaced after it failed due to a power surge during a power
loss event in 2018 following a motor vehicle accident.
A standby generator sits adjacent to this building to provide auxiliary power for the raw
water pumps. This generator is reportedly in good condition and is serviced regularly;
however due to its age it should be replaced in the next 5-7 years. An underground fuel
tank serving this facility was cleaned out, filled and abandoned in 2001 and replaced with
a new above-ground self-contained 300 gallon diesel fuel tank.
C. FLASH MIXING UNIT (NORTH PLANT)
The flash mixing unit was installed in conjunction with the North Side up flow clarifier
and gravity filtration units in 1979. This unit receives raw water from the intake where it
is mixed with coagulants and then conveyed to the North Side up flow clarifier. The CPE
recommended relocating the coagulant feed to the opening of the inlet pipe at the bottom
of the tank to promote more efficient mixing. Since the CPE was submitted to Town, the
plant operator has completed this recommendation. The flash mixer itself and the VFD
should be replaced within the next 5-7 years.
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D. NORTH CLARIFIER (NORTH PLANT)
The North Clarifier and all associated equipment are original to the 1979 installation.
Due to the age of this unit, we would recommend that the entire unit be rehabilitated.
Graver, the original manufacturer offers equipment retrofits. These retrofits include a
direct shaft drive unit, high efficiency sludge recirculator and floc barrier retrofits. At
this time, it is recommended that the clarifier should be rehabilitated rather than
replacement. This rehabilitation is listed to be completed in 2020, or earlier if possible.
E. GRAVER FILTERS (NORTH PLANT)
The Graver filters are also original to the 1979 installation. As also noted in the CPE, the
age of this unit warrants rehabilitation, which would include, new internal equipment,
new media, new underdrains and new controls. New underdrains and media where put in
the winter of 2017. New sample lines for the turbidimeters where also installed. A
Business Case Analysis to determine if the filters should be rehabilitated with upgraded
controls integrated with the SCADA system or full replacement is scheduled for 2020
with a capital project of the selected option to be performed in 2021. It is also
recommended that the turbidimeters all be replaced to current models. Currently, two of
the five turbidimeters on the North Plant have been replaced. The remaining three
meters will be replaced this year out of the operating funds budget and are not
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included in this Capital Improvement Plan.
F. TRIDENT FILTERS (SOUTH PLANT)
The Trident filters were installed during the 1996 improvement project. Recent upgrades
to these filters included media replacement and tank recoating in 2006. At the time of
media replacement and tank recoating, the tank underdrains were also replaced since they
were easily accessible at this point. New turbidimeters were also installed as part of the
replacement project in 2006. The media was replaced in 2015. The next time the media
needs to be replaced, anticipated in 2024, the filter tanks should be recoated and
underdrains replaced. Lastly, all the turbidimeters should be replaced. There is a total of
four turbidimeters in the South Plant. Three are older units that require
replacement. This will be done in the next year using operating fund budgets and is
not included in this Capital Replacement Plan.
G. LOW LIFT PUMPS
The low lift pumps were installed in the 1979 improvement project and have been
regularly maintained as recommended by the manufacturer. The pump #1 (west) motor
was replaced in 2001 and pump # 2 (east) motor was replaced in 2004. In addition, the
existing motor inverters were replaced with new variable frequency drives in the winter
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of 2002. Both pumps are due to be rebuilt and the VFD for Pump #1 are due to be
replaced in the next 5 years, pump rebuild anticipated for 2023 and VFD replacement in
2019, based on current performance and condition. The VFD for Pump #2 was replaced
after it failed due to a power surge during a power loss event in 2018 following a motor
vehicle accident. Additionally, a flow meter is recommended for the discharge of these
pumps.
H. UV SYSTEM
The UV system was installed in 1999. The system is obsolete, inefficient compared to
the current systems available, and parts are difficult to obtain. It should be upgraded
within the next 3-5 years.
I. CLEARWELL
The clear well was constructed in 1979 and has received no repair since. We recommend
the clear well be inspected and checked for cracks or spalls on the concrete surface.
After the inspection and any necessary repairs are made, the clear well should be
recoated. Temporary piping, pumping and storage may be required to bypass the clear
well during the inspection, repairs and recoating procedures.
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J. ONSITE 1.0 MG STORAGE TANK
The onsite storage reservoir is a one million gallon capacity welded steel tank,
constructed during the 1979 improvement project. The main purpose of this tank is to
provide chlorine contact time and storage for the distribution system as well as to supply
head pressure necessary during filter backwashes. In 1997 the tank interior and exterior
was inspected and it was determined that the tank required rehabilitation. The interior and
exterior of the tank was recoated in 2004. Additional work included the replacement of
the vent screens. According to discussions with plant operations staff, the storage
volume of this tank is sufficient at this point in time. Therefore, we do not recommend
any improvements or upgrades to this structure at this time.
K. HIGH LIFT PUMPS
The high lift pumps were installed during the 1979 improvement project. These pumps
convey water from the on-site 1.0 MG storage tank to the distribution system as well as
the Ridge Road 0.25 MG elevated storage tank. Recent upgrades to the pumps included
the installation of new high efficiency motors and new variable frequency drives. The
VFD’s where replaced in 2008 along with surge buster valves, the VFD’s should be
looked into within the next five years. Both pumps are due to be rebuilt and possibly
looked into replaced of the pumps. Looking into the upgrading those to larger pumps.
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L. CHEMICAL FEED EQUIPMENT
The chemical feed equipment installed in 1979 within the treatment plant consists of pre
and post chlorination, coagulant addition and fluoridation. In 2002, the Town conducted
an onsite chlorine gas generation pilot study in an effort to evaluate the replacement of
the current method of chlorination, which consists of bulk chlorine gas stored on-site in
150 pound cylinders. The pilot study was primarily initiated by the health and safety
concerns that are associated with using bulk chlorine gas. The pilot study took place for
approximately one year and was terminated due to the inability to maintain consistent
chlorine residuals. The Town has since then reverted back to the bulk chlorine gas
method of chlorination. The chlorine piping, chlorine injector system and chlorine
analyzers throughout the plant were replaced in 2005. However, another effort to
determine the feasibility to switch from chlorine gas to liquid hypochlorite is
recommended in the next 3-4 years. The fluoride system was upgraded in 2018 using
Town forces and a NYSDOH Grant.
M. CONTROL ROOM/LABORATORY
The control room/laboratory houses the plant SCADA system, high lift pump invertors,
low lift pump variable frequency drives, security camera monitor, and electrical panels.
The lab should be separated from the kitchenette/office area in the control room.
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Enclosing the high lift VFD’s was performed by in-house staff in 2019 and reduced the
ambient noise levels by approximately 35 decibels, to a safer level for this area.
N. EMERGENCY GENERATOR
The emergency generator was installed in the 1979 project and has been regularly
maintained as required. The manufacturer’s representative has completed an annual
inspection of the unit
And concluded that the generator is in good condition, however a replacement generator
should be looked into in the next 6-8 years since parts are getting rare.
O. SECURITY ISSUES
Security issues as related to the water treatment plant and water system were evaluated as
part of the vulnerability assessment program that was initiated in 2002 as required by the
NYSDOH. The Vulnerability Assessment is conducted periodically and updated
accordingly. Some of the security improvements that were recommended in the
assessment included additional fencing or protective barriers, security cameras and an
operation and maintenance manual for security measure procedures. The Town has
installed security cameras with a centrally-located monitor that is mounted in the control
room/laboratory. The cameras monitor the front door to the plant as well the other
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ingress/egress points around the plant that are out of sight to plant personnel. There are
future plans to install more cameras at the booster pump station. The camera upgrades
must also accommodate cloud-based or network-connected interfacing so they can be
viewed at the Administration Building in addition to the Treatment Plant. With respect to
additional fencing, it was found that additional fencing was not practical, although the
Town is considering installing barriers at the raw water pump station, water treatment
plant, 1.0 million gallon onsite storage tank, booster pump station and 0.25 million gallon
storage tank.
P. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
The distribution system in the Town consists of approximately 80 miles of pipe ranging
in size between 2 and 24 inches in diameter. Pipe material is comprised of asbestos
cement, cast iron, polyvinyl chloride, high-density polyethylene and ductile iron. The
Town Water Utility Department is to be commended for the amount of water that is
unaccounted for versus the amount of water produced. The Town’s distribution system
also includes a booster pump station, which supplies water to the Town’s high pressure
service area as well as the Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority (WCWSA) system.
This booster pump station currently has three different pumps with capacities of 500,
1000, 1350 gallons per minute (gpm). The 500 gpm and 1000 gpm pumps were recently
replaced; however, the 1350 gpm pump is original. Improvements to be considered for
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this pump station include the capacity increase of the 1350 gallon per minute rate
pump to 1700 gallons per minute. In addition, the booster pump station should be
equipped with onsite power generation to address incidents of power outages.
Q. RIDGE ROAD STORAGE TANK
The Ridge Road Storage tank is a multi-legged tank with a capacity of 0.25 million
gallons. The storage tank provides additional pressure for the Town (primarily south of
Ridge Road) as well as additional storage for water sold to the WCWSA. This tank was
inspected in 1997 and it was determined that the tank required rehabilitation. A condition
assessment was performed again in 2009, which showed the tank in even more disrepair.
This tank must be rehabilitated immediately to avoid any adverse impacts to public
health and water quality.
R. LAGOONS
The north and south lagoons were built in 1979 to store wastewater generated from
clarifier flushing and filter backwashing. Following settling, the supernatant from these
lagoons is periodically decanted off the top and discharged to Lake Ontario through a
NYSDEC SPDES Permit #0161977. One of the lagoons is full to capacity with
approximately 1,000,000 gallons of dried sludge, and therefore is no longer serviceable
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for detaining filter backwash water. Ideally, both lagoons should operate in tandem in
order to provide the maximum time for sludge to settle out in one lagoon, while
backwash is received in the other lagoon (and vise-versa). The North Lagoon was
cleaned and fixed in 2007 it needs to be cleaned out again. The South Lagoon needs to be
cleaned out and repaired. The 2 valves for the lagoons should be replaced; also the waste
water station should have the other pump replaced along with the soft start. At this time it
is recommended that a flow meter on each pipe be installed that ties back to the SCADA.
S. SCADA SYSTEM
A new SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) system was installed at the
water treatment plant in 2008. The system alleviated many of the current manual
adjustments required at the plant and centralized and automated the monitoring of the
plant at a dedicated computer station through the use of PLC (programmable logic
control). In addition, the system has the capability to provide control, monitoring,
alarming and the ability to change set points within the system through a customized
computer program unique to the needs of the facility and its operators.
T. ENERGY MANAGEMENT/ALTERNATIVE ENERGY
As the price of fuel and energy continues to rise, municipal water treatment facilities
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will be taxed with even more responsibilities to minimize their energy usage and
increase the efficiency of their operations. New York is fortunate to have the New
York State Energy Research and Development Agency (NYSDERA) to aid with the
development of future technologies for efficient and responsible energy production
and consumption. NYSERDA currently has multiple avenues to aid municipal entities
with energy management matters. These items include: benchmarking programs to
determine the energy consumption baseline of the plants, sub metering to determine
the energy usage of the different operations at the WTP by installing a meter at each of
them; and an energy management assessment.1 We recommend conversations with
NYSERDA to identify potential funding opportunities. In the event that funding
opportunities are available, we recommend the preparation of the necessary studies
and assessments to implement more energy efficient methods at the WTP. These
measures were also recommended for the WWTP in the 5 Year Plan for that facility,
which would result in a system-wide energy audit for two of the largest energy users in
the Town.
In an effort to minimize energy costs, additional research and studies are
recommended to identify plausible alternative energy sources. The list of such
technologies currently available to the Ontario WTP includes: wind turbines for
1 http://www.nyserda.org/programs/Environment/muniwaterwwt.asp Accessed April 26, 2008.
Note: All costs are subject to change based on fund availability and outstanding debt service.
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IV. CONCLUSION
In general, the water treatment plant and distribution system are in fair condition. Through
plant upgrades and regular maintenance of equipment the plant has been nearly trouble
free. While the plant is in working condition it is necessary to make improvements to the
overall treatment process as technology improves and equipment reaches its service life.
More stringent regulatory measures will also impact future upgrades and changes to the
plant and water system network.
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I. Background .............................................................................................................................. 3
II. Treatment Unit Analysis ...................................................................................................... 4
A. Main Pump Station ............................................................................................................. 4
B. Entrance Unit ...................................................................................................................... 6
C. Aeration Tanks .................................................................................................................... 8
D. Clarifiers ........................................................................................................................... 10
E. Tertiary Filter Building ..................................................................................................... 10
F. Chlorine Contact/UV and Effluent Aeration Tank ........................................................... 11
G. Aerobic Digester ............................................................................................................... 12
H. Sludge Pump Building ...................................................................................................... 13
I. Blower Building ................................................................................................................ 15
J. Belt Press Building ........................................................................................................... 15
K. Compost Facility ............................................................................................................... 15
L. Control Building ............................................................................................................... 16
M. Drying Bed ........................................................................................................................ 17
N. WWTP - Miscellaneous .................................................................................................... 17
O. Collection System ............................................................................................................. 17
P. Energy Management/Alternative Energy ......................................................................... 18
Q. Expansion Areas for Collection Sewers ........................................................................... 19
III. Five Year Plan Prioritization ............................................................................................. 22
IV. Conclusion ......................................................................................................................... 24
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I. BACKGROUND
The Town of Ontario Wastewater Facility is 1.0 million gallons per day (MGD) rated plant
which was constructed in 1975 to serve the Town of Ontario and potential future outlying
areas. The plant, located at 2200 Lake Road in the Town of Ontario, Wayne County, New
York receives predominantly residential wastewater. The treatment process used by this
plant is modified activated sludge using the extended aeration process along with tertiary
filtration, ultraviolet disinfection and chemical treatment. Treated effluent from this
facility is discharged into Bear Creek, a tributary of Lake Ontario. The sludge generated
through the treatment process is dewatered by a belt filter press. Following dewatering, the
sludge is transported to an onsite compost facility. The compost facility converts the
unstable sludge into usable compost, which is then made available to Town residents.
Information provided in this report is based on site investigations and meetings with plant
personnel and is intended to target areas of the WWTP that may require repair and/or
upgrades during the next five years. Each of the treatment units within the plant will be
discussed and recommendations will be provided to rehabilitate or upgrade the units if
warranted. Following the recommendations, the proposed improvements will be
summarized and prioritized over a five year time frame.
This report follows up similar five-year plan reports which were completed in 2003 and
2008 for the wastewater plant. However, none of these improvements have been
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completed since that time, which is quite evident by the current condition of the WWTP
and the amount of emergency, corrective maintenance that must be performed by the
operations staff.
II. TREATMENT UNIT ANALYSIS
A. MAIN PUMP STATION
The main pump station consists of two (2) 3500 gallon per minute (GPM) pumps with
100 horsepower motors. Each pump is controlled by a flow matcher “load cell”,
which is used to match the pumps speed to the inflow of sewage. In 1999, the Ontario
Pump Station Improvement Project was started with a scope that included upgrades to
the Main Pump Station (Bear Creek Pump Station). These upgrades included the
installation of a new 500 gpm – 15 horsepower (hp) pump controlled by a variable
frequency drive to handle periods of lower flow rates as well as address solids
accumulation in the corners of the wet well. According to plant personnel, this “low
flow” pump does not operate as originally intended due to the operation scheme of the
Flowmatcher controllers that operates the larger pumps. Using the current control
structure, the larger pumps are ramped down to accommodate lower flows. Therefore,
the “low flow” pump is never used. Solids accumulation in the corners of the wet well
does occasionally occurs and is mitigated by proactive maintenance and monitoring of
the wet well.
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Both main pumps where replaced in 2016 and 2017, also the stand-by generator was
replaced in 2016. It is recommended that VFD’s are installed in place of the flow
matcher units. New controls for the pump station are also recommended with the
capability to be hooked up to a SCADA system. Lastly, to provide more energy
efficient operation of this station, it is recommended to remove the unused low
flow pump and replace the larger pumps with smaller pumps to provide more
flexibility for the variable flow swings that are experienced throughout the year.
The pumping scheme will consist of two smaller pumps able to achieve the maximum
pumping capacity of the single, larger existing pump and would still meet the
requirements of Ten States Standards related to equipment capacity and redundancy.
These improvements were identified in the Preliminary Engineering Report,
authored in September 2018, and received a $1.25 million Water Infrastructure
Improvement Act (WIIA) Grant.
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B. ENTRANCE UNIT
This entrance unit is original to the 1975 plant construction. This structure will be
replaced by a new entrance unit that is currently under construction at the time of this
report and will be completed by October 2008. The newer entrance unit is located
adjacent to the original entrance unit near the compost facility.
Raw sewage is pumped to the original entrance unit from the main pump station
through a 14-inch cast iron force main.
To address problems areas associated within the existing entrance unit that were
identified in the 2003 Five Year Plan Study, the newer entrance unit was constructed
for improved grit removal, automatic screening removal, and solids
compaction/dewatering. To protect this new equipment from the weather elements, a
new building was constructed to house the new equipment and ancillary controls. The
equipment includes a Duperon FlexRakeTM mechanical bar screen (1/4” bar spacing)
for screenings removal followed by a vortex grit removal system (Smith and Loveless
Pista®). To minimize hauling costs associated with solids removal from the WWTP,
the new entrance unit also includes a grit classifier used to dewater the removed grit
particles and a washer/compactor to dewater screenings. These two units operations
also help to separate organic particles from the grit particles and screenings so they
can remain in the waste stream and be consumed in the biological processes
downstream. The new automated equipment also helps protect downstream equipment
and structures (aeration basin and digester), as well as pumps and other moving parts,
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from unwanted grit and inorganic material. These improvements prevent wear and
tear to existing equipment but also reduce some of the labor hours currently required
from operation and maintenance resulting from the original entrance unit.
Recommend this facility and the unit operations to be hooked to a SCADA
system that is to be located in the waste water office/lab.
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C. AERATION TANKS
There are currently two aeration basins that can be utilized for primary biological
treatment. Both aeration basins utilize fine bubble ceramic disk diffused aerators.
These disks are in fair condition and formerly received scheduled maintenance and gas
cleaning annually to optimize their operation and useful life span, but these
preventative maintenance efforts ceased in approximately 2010.
To provide efficient operation and control of the aeration blowers, dissolved oxygen
(DO) meters are installed in the aeration basins to ensure that proper DO levels are
maintained for the biological processes. According to plant personnel, these DO
meters have been effective in avoiding over-aeration and subsequent energy wasting
related with the excessive use of the aeration blowers. The Chief Operator mentioned
in an interview that he would like to add another DO sensor in each of the aeration
basins to obtain a more representative average reading of the DO levels. One sensor
gives you a single, instantaneous representation of the DO level in the basin, while
multiple sensors would provide the DO level trend for the entire biological basin.
Continued performance review of these meters is recommended. The existing
mechanical aerators remain in-place, but are inoperable. Demolition and disposal of
these mechanical aerators is recommended.
Improvements on the aeration basin have consisted of the installation of valves and a
bypass on the return activated sludge (RAS) line. Prior to the improvement, the return
activated sludge was mixed with the raw influent in a junction box on the north side of
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the aeration basin. In order to isolate the discharge of RAS so it can be directed into
either the east or west aeration basin, piping modifications have been made to the RAS
line, which allow this line to bypass the junction box and be valved to discharge into
either basin.
More stringent effluent limits, most notably Nitrogen and Phosphorus, are being
imposed by regulatory agencies throughout the nation at both the state and national
levels. In addition, there is an increased awareness and concern over manmade
microconstituents (pharmaceuticals, hair care products, nanoparticles, etc.) that are
introduced into our waste stream and appear to bypass conventional treatment methods
due to their microscopic size. While the Town of Ontario WWTP is not currently
required to reach these low contaminant levels, it is recommended to investigate the
feasibility of upgrading the plant to effectively treat the compounds mentioned above
to show good environmental stewardship to the receiving water body, Lake Ontario.
There are several possible upgrades to the plant that will provide a more effective
method for nutrient removal (i.e. sequential batch reactor, membrane bioreactor,
advanced chemical treatment, advanced tertiary microfiltration). Prior to the
implementation of any possible upgrades, the completion of a successful pilot study
and/or process modeling evaluation to determine the feasibility of the process upgrade
is recommended.
It is also recommended that the basins be taken down and inspected for concrete
damage. The repair work of the concrete should be scheduled along with the
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painting of each basin. The aeration basins along with all DO sensors should also
be tied into the SCADA system. These improvements are identified for 2020.
D. CLARIFIERS
The plant uses two clarifiers that provide final settlement of solids within the treatment
process. The clarifiers receive flow from the aeration basins via a 20-inch cast iron
pipe, which discharges into a flow splitter box located between the two clarifiers.
From the flow splitter box the flow is distributed between the two clarifiers through
the use of shear gate valves.
These clarifiers provide numerous problems to the operations staff and will soon be
the flow-limiting unit operation at the WWTP following the Tertiary Filtration
Upgrades. Instead of rehabilitating or upgrading these clarifiers, conversion of the
treatment process to a batch system (i.e. SBR or MBR), instead of the extended
aeration activated sludge process is recommended. This would eliminate any costs
associated with upgrades to these clarifier units.
E. TERTIARY FILTER BUILDING
The tertiary building houses the sand filters along with the clear well pumps, mud well
pumps, plant water pumps and a blower (for the filter air/water backwash system).
The filter cell structures and associated components were totally rehabilitated and/or
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replaced in 1999. This rehabilitation scope included a new underdrain and backwash
system, media, piping, control valves, and fully automated controls.
However, this plant still experiences bypass events during high flows (greater than 1.3
MGD) that are a combined result of inflow and infiltration in the collection system and
tertiary filter unit capacity. Increased capacity for the tertiary filtration process is
envisioned with a new capital project combined with a new ultraviolet disinfection
capital project, as identified in the Preliminary Engineering Report, authored in
September 2018. The WWTP received a new SPDES Permit Requirement for
Disinfection in February 2018, which contains several required items related to tertiary
filtration and disinfection. A full replacement of these filters and appurtenances is
required upstream of any new ultraviolet disinfection system to ensure adequate
turbidity levels are achieved to provide suitable pretreatment for ultraviolet
disinfection, as disinfection is now a permit requirement and ultraviolet was deemed to
be the most recommended technology.
F. CHLORINE CONTACT/UV AND EFFLUENT AERATION TANK
The ultraviolet disinfection system was operated properly for almost 10 years from
1998 through 2006. It was deactivated in 2006 due to energy savings since it was not
required by permit and the effectiveness of the disinfection technology was questioned
since the tertiary filters were often bypassed and highly turbid water was conveyed
through the UV system rendering it ineffective.
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The effluent aeration tank consists of two basins. The northern tank houses fine bubble
ceramic aeration diffusers and is enclosed within a structure to limit algae growth prior
to final discharge.
A current UV system needs to be installed as the prior unit was decommissioned in
2006 and is obsolete. At present we are working to obtain financial assistance for this
project. The town has already secured a grant for the engineering costs of this project.
These improvements were identified in the Preliminary Engineering Report,
authored in September 2018, and received a $1.25 million Water Infrastructure
Improvement Act (WIIA) Grant. The town will be submitting for a Water
Quality Improvement Program (WQIP) Grant from the NYSDEC for additional
financial assistance.
G. AEROBIC DIGESTER
The aerobic digester includes a course bubble air diffusion system and a mechanical
aerator. The aerobic digester is enclosed with a fiberglass cover, which was re-coated
in June of 2003. In the summer of 2003, the digester was taken down for cleaning and
a new membrane fine bubble diffuser aeration system replaced the existing coarse
bubble air system.
The components of the aerobic digester appear to be working properly. No upgrades
are recommended at this time, except for the cover and the concrete walkway
within the digester. The cover and concrete walkway are original to the initial
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plant construction and needs rehabilitation in the next 1-3 years. There are
several thinning areas. However, as with all mechanical equipment, it is
recommended that continual observation and maintenance measures should be taken to
keep the equipment running efficiently and prolong the useful life of the equipment.
H. SLUDGE PUMP BUILDING
The sludge pump building houses four pumps: two centrifugal pumps (return sludge
from final clarifiers to aeration basins), one rotary lobe pump (pumps supernatant from
aeration basins or return sludge from final clarifiers) and one piston pump (pumps
sludge to belt filter press). All pumps are in fair working condition.
The blower and piping that provide the air to the digester (one positive displacement
40 horsepower) is approaching 25 years in age. This blower is operating satisfactory
and providing the required air to the aerobic digester, but the efficiency is
questionable. To provide more space in the existing Sludge Pump Building, a new,
separate Blower Building was constructed in 2005 and is located to the west of the
aeration basins. This effort has resulted in less heat build-up within the Sludge
Pump/Blower Building and has provided a healthier, quieter environment for plant
staff to work on the pumps and associated equipment located in the Sludge Pump
Building.
Associatively, to address the issue of excessive heat build-up in the Sludge Pump
Building during the warmer summer days, an exhaust fan and louver were installed at
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the time the new aeration blowers were relocated to the Blower Building. However,
further improvements were necessary to address this issue. A VFD was installed in
the air conditioner cabinet similar to the Blower Building. According to the plant
operator, these mitigation measures mentioned above, combined with the relocation of
the 60 HP blowers appears to be handling the heat build-up issue adequately at this
time.
The blower in this building is approaching of service life and will need to be
replaced or rehabilitated in the next 2-5 years. The same can be said of the
sludge pumps residing in this building.
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I. BLOWER BUILDING
As stated above, a new Blower Building was constructed in 2005 to house the two (2)
60 horsepower aeration blowers and provide sound attenuation. The blowers and
piping that provide the air to the diffusers in the aeration basin (two positive
displacement 60 horsepower) are also approaching 15 years in age. These blowers are
operating satisfactory and provide the required air to the extended aeration basins and
effluent aeration basins of the plant. No upgrades are recommended at this time.
However, as with all mechanical equipment, it is recommended that continual
observation and maintenance measures should be taken to keep the equipment running
efficiently and prolong the useful life of the equipment.
J. BELT PRESS BUILDING
The Belt Press Building is located adjacent to the Control Building. The belt press
was installed in 1985. The belt press needs to be replaced immediately. We are
investigating newer technologies that require less manpower and improved solids
capture.
K. COMPOST FACILITY
The Compost Facility was constructed in 2002, to replace the use of land spreading as
a means of final sludge disposal at the WWTP. The Compost Facility consists of a
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240’ x 60’ building that houses the dewatered sludge, wood chip amendment, recycled
1. All costs are subject to change based on funding availability and debt service.
2. The Aerobic Digester upgrade assumes ATAD system able to achieve Class A
Biosolids, thus combining Aerobic Digesters and Composting into a single item.
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IV. CONCLUSION
In general, the wastewater plant and collection system are in good condition. Through
plant upgrades and regular maintenance of equipment the plant has been nearly trouble
free. While the plant is in good condition it is necessary to make improvements to the
overall treatment process as technology improves, equipment reaches its service life, and
regulations and effluent requirements become more stringent.
REFERENCES
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I. BACKGROUND ................................................................................................................................................ 2
II. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT........................................................................................................................ 3
A. WASTE WATER LABORATORY EQUIPMENT .......................................................................................................3
B. WATER LABORATORY EQUIPMENT ....................................................................................................................4
III. MULTI-YEAR PLAN PRIORITIZATION AND REPLACEMENT PLAN ............................................... 5
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I. BACKGROUND
The Town of Ontario is a certified laboratory by Department of Health (DOH), Department of
Environmental Conservation (DEC), Environmental Approval Program (ELAP) and
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) consisting of two locations: water treatment plant and
wastewater treatment plant.
The Water Utilities Department is certified for:
• biochemical oxygen demand (BOD),
• total suspended solids,
• settleable solids,
• total coliform,
• standard plate count,
• e-coli enumeration potable water and
• e-coli enumeration non-potable.
Being a certified laboratory saves the town on expenses that the town would accrue if we were
not certified. The laboratory also brings in bacteriologic samples from other towns and private
individuals bringing revenue for the Water Utilities Department and offsetting the cost of
maintaining laboratory certification.
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II. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT
A. WASTE WATER LABORATORY EQUIPMENT
There is laboratory equipment used in performing the tests and analyzing the results. This
equipment is listed as follows with the model and date acquired.
Number Description Acquisition Year Initial Purchase Price
1 Mettler balance Model XS-204 2004 $6,590
2 Fisher pH meter Model XL60 2008 $5,688
3 Fisher Scientific Incubator Model 97990F 2017 $5,434
4 HACH DO meter Model HQ40D 2010 $2,970
5 Millipore water purifier Model ELIX5 2006 $17,301
6 Roper refrigerator Model RT18DKXAW00 2002 $4,060
7 Precision drying oven Model 658 2012 $2,734
8 Fisher Scientific calibration weights Model NA 2016 $5,178
9 HB Instrument calibration thermometer Model NA 2016 $761
10 GE vacuum pump Model 5KH33DN16JX 2005 $930
11 Fisher calibrated graduated cylinder Model NA 2004 $176
12 Frigidaire sample refrigerator Model NA 2014 $269
13 Frigidaire sample refrigerator Model NA 2016 $269
14 Ohaus Moisture analyzer Model MB35-2AO 2010 $3,712
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B. WATER LABORATORY EQUIPMENT
There is laboratory equipment used in performing the tests and analyzing the results. This
equipment is listed as follows with the model and date acquired.
Number Description Acquisition Year Initial Purchase Price
1 HACH culture incubator Model 153 1997 $2,795
2 Fisher water bath Model ISOTEMP 2332 2011 $3,248
3 Fisher pH meter Model Accumet XI500 2015 $3,960
4 Bantex colony counter Model 920A 2002 $1,723
5 Spectroline fluorescence analysis cabinet Model CM-10
1996 Unknown
6 Ohaus scale Model Navigator N10330 2004 $607
7 Denver instrument calibration weights Model NA
2001 $2,341
8 Oakton non-contact thermometer Model temptester
2003 $196
9 ThermoFisher calibration thermometer Model NA
2010 $473
10 Tuttnauer autoclave Model 2540E 2012 $7,316
11 Control company stop watch Model 5500
2003 $37
12 Burrell sample shaker Model 75 2004 $3,562
13 Bench Turbidimeter Model 2100N 1996 1996 $3,774
14 Thermo Scientific still Model 6748 2012 $3,774
15 Quanti-tray Sealer Model 2x 2001 2001 $4,500
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III. MULTI-YEAR PLAN PRIORITIZATION AND REPLACEMENT PLAN
The Water Utilities Department is unveiling a more robust inventory and decision-making
process to identify assets that need renewal, rehabilitation, or replacement. For the laboratory
assets, we decided to utilize the current condition and remaining useful lifespan to help
identify assets in need of replacement. If the asset can be rehabilitated, we investigate that
route first, but due to the sensitivity and advanced technologies comprising this equipment
that it not usually an option.
The following replacement schedules display the anticipated, respective replacement priorities
for the water and wastewater laboratories. The assets identified in this 5-year Capital Plan
Period are highlighted in bold-faced font.
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Num Description Acquisition Year Initial Purchase Price Condition Expected Life Expectancy Replacement Year Remaining Lifespan Replacement Cost Comments
5 Spectroline fluorescence analysis cabinet Model CM-10 1996 $800 Good 10 years 2006 -12 years $672 Obsolete. Replaced by model CM24A
1 HACH culture incubator Model 153 1997 $2,795 Fair 10 years 2007 -11 years $2,905
11 Quanti-tray Sealer Model 2x 2001 2001 $4,500 Fair 10 years 2011 -7 years $4,000 Obsolete. Replaced by Quanti-Sealer PLUS. Trade-in program.
8 Oakton non-contact thermometer Model temptester 2003 $196 Good 15 years 2018 0 years $113 Obsolete. Replaced by Digi-Sense – Item # EW-20250-09
12 Burrell sample shaker Model 75 2004 $3,562 Fair 15 years 2019 1 years $2,478
2 Fisher water bath Model ISOTEMP 2332 2011 $3,248 Good 10 years 2021 3 years $3,181 Obsolete. Replaced by TSGP20PMO5. 20L version.
7 Denver instrument calibration weights Model 2001 $2,341 Good 20 years 2021 3 years $2,423
14 Thermo Scientific Still Model 6748 2012 $3,774 Good 10 years 2022 4 years $2,830
6 Ohaus scale Model Navigator N10330 2004 $608 Good 20 years 2024 6 years $839 Obsolete.
3 Fisher pH meter Model Accumet XL500 2017 $3,960 Good 10 years 2027 9 years $3,960
4 Bantex colony counter Model 920A 2002 $1,723 Good 25 years 2027 9 years $1,600 Obsolete. Company no longer in business.
13 Bench Hach Turbidimeter Model TU5200 2018 $3,395 Excellent 10 years 2028 10 years $3,395 New unit in 2018.
9 ThermoFisher calibration thermometer Model 2010 $473 Good 20 years 2030 12 years $270
10 Tuttnauer autoclave Model 2540E 2012 $7,316 Good 20 years 2032 14 years $8,487
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Num Description Acquisition Year Initial Purchase Price Condition Expected Life Expectancy Replacement Year Remaining Lifespan Replacement Cost Comments
6 Roper refrigerator Model RT18DKXAW00 1993 $406 Poor 12 years 2005 -13 years $509
15 Bausch and Lomb Phase Contrast Microscope 1991 $4,500 Poor 20 years 2011 -7 years $2,654 Obsolete.
5 Millipore water purifier Model ELIX5 2006 $17,302 Fair 10 years 2016 -2 years $6,902
2 Fisher pH meter Model XL60 2008 $5,689 Fair 10 years 2018 0 years $3,698 Obsolete. Replaced by XL600 model
10 GE vacuum pump Model 5KH33DN16JX 2005 $930 Fair 15 years 2020 2 years $721 Obsolete. Found different manufacturer.
14 Ohaus Moisture analyzer Model MB35-2AO 2010 $3,713 Fair 10 years 2020 2 years $3,713 Obsolete. Replaced by MB90 model.
7 Precision drying oven Model 658 2012 $2,734 Good 10 years 2022 4 years $2,360 Obsolete. Replaced by Heratherm Model 51028115
1 Mettler balance Model XS-204 2004 $6,590 Good 20 years 2024 6 years $5,997
11 Fisher calibrated graduated cylinder 2004 $176 Good 20 years 2024 6 years $289 Case of 6.
4 HACH DO meter Model HQ40D (Portable) 2010 $2,970 Good 15 years 2025 7 years $1,143
3 Fisher Scientific Incubator Model 97990F 2017 $5,434 Good 10 years 2027 9 years $4,897 Obsolete. Replaced by 3720A model
12 Danby sample refrigerator Model 10N699 2018 $214 Good 10 years 2028 10 years $214 Sample Fridge. Grainger
13 Danby sample refrigerator Model 10N699 2018 $214 Good 10 years 2028 10 years $214 Sample Fridge. Grainger
8 Fisher Scientific calibration weights 2016 $5,178 Good 20 years 2036 18 years $2,423
9 HB Instrument calibration thermometer 2016 $762 Good 20 years 2036 18 years $270
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C. CONCLUSION
In general, the laboratories are in good shape and well-maintained. It is necessary to replace
equipment as equipment life expires and requires replacement to prevent inaccurate laboratory
data. Also, a well-maintained laboratory helps with the efficient operation of treatment
processes.
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