Roslyn Water District: Projects & Connections

• Radio Read Meter Installation

• Being A Good Neighbor

• Current Projects

• Back-up Systems

• Lead/Copper Testing Program

• Automatic Meter Readers

• Other Projects

Radio Read Meter Installation

Automatic Meter Reader System-
Added Security, Increased Efficiency,
Increased Accuracy
A new, remote Automatic Meter Reader System (AMR) is now being installed throughout the District.
This system enables faster, more efficient... and more accurate water meter usage measurement and billing generation.
It provides efficiencies for the District and tangible benefits for our bill-payers. After installation residents will no longer need to provide access to their property for meter reading, and will no longer receive estimated bills which may not reflect actual usage. This will also increase the ability to ascertain leaks before they waste excessive water and/or generate high water bills.

How It Works

A Water District employee traverses your street with a special reading device that is tuned to the sending unit on your meter. The device reads the meter, transfers the information to a Water District computer system which generates your billing electronically. The program reduces mistakes, reduces estimates and reduces intrusion on your property.
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RWD Back-up Systems Insure Continuous Operation

Douglas Ford, Water Plant Operator, and William Pokora, Maintainer, check out the controls
on one of the generators that kept water flowing during the August 2003 blackout.

Providing the residents of the Roslyn Water District with a continuing, adequate supply of quality water has always been the primary mission of the District. However additional security and disaster prevention systems are now an integral part of the District's mission according to Superintendent Richard Passariello.
During the past few years the District has implemented a number of measures designed to protect the flow of quality water to the citizens of the District. This includes new internal and external security systems, monitoring of wells and plants, secondary containment systems wherever water treatment chemicals are transferred and even new identification badges for the District employees.
This preparedness was well illustrated last summer. The power blackout on August 14, 2003 throughout the Northeast instantly activated Roslyn Water District's auxiliary power systems which operated flawlessly.
The response was an automatic transfer to electric power supplied by emergency stand-by generators. Within minutes District personnel established procedures to assure a continuous supply of water to the 17,000 residents and businesses of the District. District Superintendent Richard Passariello reported that "checking procedures were established and maintained throughout the night by District operators and commends the fine work performed by Water Service Supervisor, Bernard Murtagh, Maintainer William Pokora, and Water Plant Operator Douglas Ford, who kept the generators operational and water flowing throughout the night.
With an aggregate of 60 years of water supply management between them, they efficiently kept tabs on all the elements to assure no loss or interruption of the water supply. Their efforts truly exemplify their outstanding competence in their profession."
Six of the Roslyn Water District pumping stations are fully equipped with auxiliary emergency power. These units are fueled with natural gas or diesel and produce the electric power required to run pumps at the wells and booster stations.
The Board of Commissioners complimented District staff for their efficiency and professional competence during this historic emergency.
One of the most important elements of our preparation and security systems is the training, vigilance and dedication of our employees.

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FROM THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
7 Suggestions to Protect Against Lead Contamination
1. Make sure your children have a play area that is away from major streets and highways where lead air pollution can be concentrated. Remove or cover contaminated soil from around your home.
2. Since 1986, it is illegal in New York State to use lead solder in plumbing systems. Be sure this law is observed when plumbing work is done in your home.
3. Plant your vegetable garden in a safe, lead-free areas away from painted buildings and heavily traveled roads.
4. Avoid storing or serving food or beverages from ceramic pitchers or plates with colorful lead-based glazes. Do not store liquids in lead crystal because lead may leach out. Short-term use for serving does not pose a threat.
5. Make sure children do not chew on anything covered with lead paint. This includes toys, windowsills and cribs.
6. Keep windowsills, furniture and carpets free of paint dust and chips. Vacuum or dust often with a moist cloth. Cover any areas of chipping or peeling paint with adhesive paper. Mop floors frequently with a wet mop and wash children's hands often, especially before they eat.
7. Never use hot water directly from you tap for cooking or for making infant formula. Lead dissolves quicker in hot water than in cold. Always draw cold water and heat it on the stove.

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