FIX YOUR WATER LEAKS

Did you know that in an average household, leaks account for nearly 10,000 gallons of water wasted every year? In addition, 10% of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons or more daily!

Many common leaks are easy to fix, and most households can save an average of 10% on their water bill by fixing them.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges everyone to locate and fix leaks during Fix a Leak Week or any other time throughout the year!

Here are some quick ways to track down leaks:

• Check your recent water bills to look for any spikes in water usage. If your water use is a lot higher than a previous month, you might have a leak.

• Test your toilet for any leaks by adding a few drops of food coloring to your toilet’s tank, and if any food coloring appears in the bowl after 10 minutes, you have a leak! Just be sure to flush after the test to avoid staining your toilet.

• Examine faucet gaskets and pipe fittings for any water on the outside of the pipe to check for surface leaks.

To learn more about finding leaks in your home or business and easy ways to fix them, visit the DNR’s Water Conservation and Efficiency webpage or the EPA’s Fix a Leak Week webpage.

NOTICE TO MOSINEE WATER UTILITY CUSTOMERS

SPRING WATERMAIN FLUSH

The City of Mosinee Water Utility will be flushing water mains beginning April 12th per the following schedule. Flushing will take place during the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 12th:All areas east of I39.

Thursday, April 13th:South of STH 153 between I39 and the Wisconsin River.

Friday, April 15th:North of STH 153 between I39 and the Wisconsin River.

Monday, April 17th:12th St. to Rangeline Road and north of Western Ave.

Tuesday, April 18th:11th Street to Water Street.

Wednesday, April 19th:All areas south of Western Ave between Rangeline Rd. and Fremont St.

Some temporary discoloration of water may be expected. To help avoid problems draw a supply of drinking water before flushing and use as little water as possible during the hours of flushing, especially for laundry purposes.

Some homeowners may also experience low water pressure during the flushing process. This schedule is a guide only, weather and unforeseen problems may cause changes to this schedule.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Mosinee Public Works Dept. by phone at 715-693-3840 or email to: publicworks@mosinee.wi.us

Spring Cleanup Information

April 19th thru April 22nd

All items must be dropped off at the City Garage, 1101 Main St.

Wednesday, April 19th thru April 21st – 7:00a.m. to 7:00p.m.

Saturday, April 22nd – 7:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.

This collection program is for City Residents only! No commercial/industrial items will be accepted.

Items that will be accepted at no charge include: Computer printers, computer processing units (keyboards-CPU’s-monitors), couches, chairs, beds, windows, boards, carpeting, building materials, water heaters, microwaves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, bicycles and rimless tires. Call the number below if you are unsure about an item.

The following items will also be accepted on Saturday – (These items will also be accepted Wednesday thru Friday if paid in advance at City Hall)

For each of the following items dropped off, you will be charged $15: Refrigerators, welders, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers, freezers, air conditioners, television sets, water coolers, ice machines, VCR, DVR and L.P. tanks.

Tire disposal. Residents will need to stop at City Hall and obtain a voucher for tire disposal. Voucher must be presented at the collection site before any tires will be accepted. A limit of 4 tires per address will be allowed.

For the disposal of fluorescent light bulbs, we will be charging $2 per bulb.

Items that will not be accepted include: Leaves, brush, yard waste, newspapers, plastics, hazardous materials, paint, household garbage and recyclables.

If you have any questions regarding Spring Cleanup, please contact Kevin Breit at 715-693-3840 or by email at publicworks@mosinee.wi.us

Employment Opportunity: Utility Operator

The City of Mosinee (pop. 4400) – Water & Sewer Utility is accepting applications, for the position of Utility Operator.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30 pm on April 14, 2023. The starting rate of pay for this position is $26.72 per hour (plus benefits) for an operator with the appropriate DNR license ($23.75 per hour without license).

Examples of the duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the inspection, evaluation, repair and maintenance of water pumping stations, pump houses and pumping equipment.• Assist in the inspection, evaluation, repair and maintenance of wastewater pumping stations and associated buildings.

• Read, test, repair and install water meters as required.

• Assist in water quality sampling and monitoring.

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant.

• Maintain buildings and grounds.

• Exercise water valves and maintain valve records.

• Assist with hydrant flushing, maintenance and repair.

• Assist with water main and service installation and maintenance.

• Assist with sewer main, manhole and lateral repairs and/or maintenance.

• Weekend and holiday work rotation is required.

• Must be able to enter confined spaces.

• Assist with various Street Dept. activities including but not limited to snow plowing, brush collection, tree trimming, street patching.

Qualified applicants will

• At a minimum, possess a high school diploma or GED.

• Possess experience in water and wastewater utility operations.

• Possess basic computer skills and be proficient in math.

• Possess a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s license with airbrake qualifications.

• Possess a Grade 1 WDNR Operator License for Water with G, D & I subclasses or the ability to obtain such license within 1 year.

Applications and position descriptions can be obtained from City Hall during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or on the City’s website @ www.mosinee.wi.us.

Please call 715-693-3840 with any questions. Submit applications with resumes and references to:

Mosinee Water & Sewer Utility

Attn: DPW

225 Main St.

Mosinee, WI 54455

Or email to: publicworks@mosinee.wi.us

The City of Mosinee is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment Opportunity: Part-Time Parks Summer Employees

The City of Mosinee (pop. 4400) is accepting applications for part time summer parks employees.

For more information please visit our Human Resources page - link below

The City of Mosinee is an equal opportunity employer.

PFAS Detections in City of Mosinee East Drinking Water System

The City of Mosinee Water Utility has conducted two rounds of sampling for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) from our drinking water system that serves the area east of the Wisconsin River. This notice is to inform you of the results and the operational changes the City has made to protect your health. The first round of sample results showed levels of PFAS above the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ (DHS) health advisory levels in one of our two operating wells. As a result, the City collected a second round of samples to confirm the PFAS levels. The City also made changes to the operations of our East Drinking Water System in an attempt to reduce PFAS to below the healthy advisory levels by running both of our wells at the same time and collecting a sample of the water from where these wells enter our water system. The results of the second round of samples confirm that the levels in one of the two operating wells is high, but that the operational changes resulted in PFAS levels below the health advisory levels in the drinking water that the City provides. The City of Mosinee will continue operating our drinking water system by running the two wells together and will routinely collect samples to verify that this plan consistently results in levels of PFAS in the municipal drinking water that remain below DHS’s health advisory levels. If future results show levels have risen above these levels, you will be notified within 30 days. A full list of the sampling results from May 4 and June 6, 2022, including the individual PFAS compounds, the reported concentrations and DHS’ recommended standards, can be found on the City’s website at www.mosinee.wi.us. We will continue to update our website following each future sampling event. The City of Mosinee would like to emphasize that the Water Utility is not in violation of any current federal or state drinking water regulations.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Mosinee City Administrator Jeff Gates at 715.693.2275 or at cityadmn@mosinee.wi.us.

Annual Drinking Water Reports Available

The Mosinee Water Utility has recently completed the Annual Drinking Water Reports for 2021.

The report will not be mailed but is available upon request.

Copies of the report are available at the Mosinee City Hall, 225 Main St. or can be viewed on the City of Mosinee Website @ www.mosinee.wi.us.