District rethinking water bill structure (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The Helix Water District is starting over with its plans for higher rates, and this time all of its customers will be sharing the pain equally. If approved at a public hearing tentatively set for Aug. 19, the district’s rates for a typical residential customer would increase by 21 percent beginning Sept. 1.
Source: www3.signonsandiego.com
Nassau Beaches Closed for Water Testing (FOX 5 New York)
The Nassau County Department of Health has closed 22 beaches after heavy rainfall this past week.? The Dept. of Health says it is a precautionary measure since storm water runoff can have a negative impact by elevating bacteria levels in the water.
Source: www.myfoxny.com