Three members of the Water Advisory Committee (WAC) have left that unit — one because of illness, one because of work-related responsibilities and the third because he was elected to the Town Board. That is Albert Dickson. But the committee seeks applications from others interested in joining the committee. (more…)
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Water Advisory Committee member Greg Toner
Islanders should maintain voluntary water conservation measures, according to the Water Advisory Committee (WAC) that issued a report on well water levels for the month of August. September readings won’t be released until sometime in October.
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Water Advisory Committee member Greg Toner
The latest test well readings show a moderate drop in water levels, just below the normal median height for July, according to Water Advisory Committee (WAC) member Greg Toner, who crunches the numbers provided by the United States Geological Survey. (more…)
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The Water Advisory Committee (WAC) is recommending voluntary water conservation measures, a typical move during the summer months when Shelter Island’s population swells from slightly more than 2,000 people to an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 people. (more…)
JULIE LANE PHOTO Greg Toner says well water levels are stable for October.
The October water level well readings have been released showing a continued increase in levels as is typical of this time of year when the aquifer is recharged. (more…)