FAQ's Regarding Water Main Break and Boil Water Notice
Rachel Waterhouse • June 5, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions with regards to the water main break and the boil water notice:
1. Do I need to boil my water?
YES- a boil water notice has been issued system wide including Passumpsic Fire District and St. Johnsbury Center.
2. I have discolored water, what can I do?
You can wait and it will clear up. If it is still discolored after 12 hours run your cold water for 10-15 minutes.
3. What can I do about air in my water lines?
Run the water in an upstairs bathroom for 10-15 minutes.
4. I have lower pressure than normal. Response, we anticipate low pressure until tanks are full.
5. What if service has not returned to my house? Please call the Department of Public Works at 802-748-4408
As a reminder to lot owners and/or their descendants about the Plantings and Decorations in the town owned cemeteries of Centervale (formerly St. Johnsbury Center Cemetery), Grove, the St. Johnsbury Burial Yard, and Ayer-Hawkins Cemeteries. 1. In ground plantings of annual flowers is permitted and must be kept immediately next to the monument base. 2. One moveable flower box or flower tub will be allowed on each lot, the size not to exceed three feet in length and one foot wide. These receptacles are to be made of durable material. Glass containers of any kind are not an acceptable container. 3. Artificial flowers are discouraged, however are allowed and must be removed by October There is no trash removal service. 4. The Cemetery Commission shall have the authority to remove all floral decorations, flags, shrubs, plants or herbage of any kind, which in the judgment of the Cemetery Commission have become unsightly, dangerous, diseased or detrimental, or which do not conform to the regulations outlined. 5. The Town shall not be liable for any floral arrangements, plants, or receptacles that have become lost, misplaced, stolen or broken. 6. The placing of shells, toys, metal designs, ornaments, chairs, settees and similar articles are not permitted, and if placed on the lot, the Cemetery Commission reserves the right to remove the same. Exceptions may be made after notification of the Commission. 7. Coat hangers or other wires in the ground or attached to memorials as potholders are not allowed. Your cooperation is appreciated in helping manage and preserve this important part of the town's history.
