Ogdensburg works on water issues

OGDENSBURG — Ogdensburg officials announced on May 29 that the drive for the well came with a failsafe that will create a bypass so that other parts do not fail.
Councilman Michael Nardini said the cost for the well improvements will be around $2,500, which will include electrical work, thermostat switches, heaters, and cabinet.
Nardini also said the shortened water personnel specification would include a basic water license. The water license, he continued, allows personnel to look at the equipment, coordinate activity, and complete day-to-day activities with all the systems.
The council has budgeted half a year for the additional water personnel.
Councilman Anthony Nasisi said he is getting estimates for the roof of Borough Hall and a steam boiler for the historical building. He added, he should have the estimates by the next meeting.
Council President Peter Opilla said he is waiting for a revised quote from the contractor regarding the repair of the Beardslee Hill loop.
Mayor Rachel Slater said Jersey Central Power.& Light will possibly put more lights along Brooks Flat, Passaic Avenue, and through the tunnel, so the bridge will be lit up, with the possibility of more lights at Heater's Pond.
Opilla said the guard shack work is coming along, and the aerators will be put up at Heater's Pond.
Councilman George Hutnick said the Sterling Hill Mine would like to put signage over the train overpass and decals.
Slater recommended checking with George Morville regarding insurance and liability.
Nardini brought up the suggestion of adding warnings on delinquent water bills regarding turning water off, along with fees, in order to improve collections. He continued, residents could call to make payment arrangements.
Hutnick said he is currently researching improving the Internet speed for email service, cost, and process for cut-over to another company.
Nasisi brought up providing Wifi at Heater's Pond for discussion.
Slater said any changes would need to go into the risk management plan.
After discussion, officials were against the idea and agreed Heater's Pond activities should involve downtime and focusing on family.