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Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
Washington City
Community Center
Programs & Events
For more detailed information on Programs & Events go to
washingtoncity.org/cc or call the WCCC at (435) 656-6360.
washingtoncity.org/cc
(435) 656-6360
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
I want to share a story I read recently and offer you something to think about:
Sports & Fitness
Youth Recreation Summer Camps & Clinics
Our art classes inspire children's imagination by
immersing them in such art forms as painting, sculpting,
mosaics, collage, digital design, paper art, drawing,
stamping, anime, studio art, foil embossing and more.
Lego Robotics
“Little Strikers” Soccer &
“Little Hoopsters” Basketball Camps
Washington City Recreation continues to offer two summer camp
opportunities for your children! Join us for "Little Strikers" Soccer
Camp on June 3-5, 2013 and the "Little Hoopsters" Basketball
Camp on June 10-12, 2013 at the WCCC. Each camp is designed
for boys and girls ages 5-8 years old. A variety of fun activities and
drills will introduce your child to each sport, as well as advance the
current skills and abilities of those who already play. Registration
is $25 per child/camp. FREE T-shirts will be provided to all
participants! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
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"In Washington D.C. at a Metro Station, on a cold January in 2007, a man with a violin played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes. During this time
approximately 2000 people went through the station, most of them on their way to work.
After about 4 minutes, a middle-aged man noticed the man playing the violin, he slowed pace for a moment and then hurriedly walked off to meet his
schedule. About 4 minutes later, the violinist received his 1st dollar. A woman threw money in the hat, and without stopping, continued to walk away. At
6 minutes a young man leaned against the wall, looked at his watch and moved on.
The newest technology is used to create and build moving robotic
lego projects. This class is designed to help your child use
creative and forward thinking to achieve their blueprint.
At 10 minutes, a 3-year old boy stopped, but his mother tugged him along hurriedly, the kid stopped to watch the violinist again, but the mother pushed
the child forward harder and the boy continued to look back at the violinist as they walked away. This action was repeated by several children, and every
parent-without exception-forced their children to move ahead quickly.
Karate
At the 45 minute mark, the musician continued to play. Only about 6 people actually stopped to listen to him and only for a very brief time. About 20
gave money, but moved on at their normal pace. He collected only about 32 dollars.
This class is designed to help students reach
their physical, mental, and spiritual potential as
they improve their skills through coordination and
mental focus.
Concealed Weapons
In this class you will complete all of the steps required in
order to obtain a Utah Concealed Firearms Permit. All
participants must be 21.
After 1 hour he finished playing and silence took over. No one noticed and no one applauded. There was no recognition at all.
No one knew this but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the greatest musicians in the world. He played one of the most intricate pieces ever
written,on a violin worth over 3.5 million dollars. Two days before, Joshua Bell played the same piece of music to a sold-out crowd in Boston at 100
dollars per seat. He received a standing ovation for over 1/2 hour after his performance.
This is a true story. Joshua Bell, incognito in a Washington D.C. Metro Station, was organized by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment
about perception, taste and people's priorities.
This experiment raised several questions:
“Summer Shootout” Youth Basketball Camp
Safety Town
In a commonplace environment, at an inappropriate hour, do we perceive beauty? If so, do we stop to appreciate it?”
Boys and girls, ages 8-14, are invited to attend the WCCC’s 5th
Annual “Summer Shootout” Youth Basketball Camp. Participate in the skills contest, learn basketball fundamentals,
get a FREE camp T-shirt, and make new friends! The camp is
Monday – Thursday, July 8-11, 2013. Registration is $25/person
and the registration deadline is July 1, 2013. Come join the fun!
The WCCC along with Washington City Police Department will be
hosting a 3 day camp for youth ages 5-10. The participants will learn
stranger danger, crosswalk & bike safety, school bus safety, fire
safety, and will receive child ID kits.
You can make a difference...
“Ace” Youth Volleyball Camp
Children are taught the exciting sport of Volleyball by qualified
staff. Basic fundamentals will be taught, awards will be given,
and all participants will receive a FREE camp T-shirt. The
camp runs Monday – Thursday, July 15-18, 2013. Registration
is $25/person and registration deadline is July 8, 2013.
Aquatics
Swim Lessons
(Original article appeared in the Washington Post in 2007 and went on to win a Pulitzer Prize. Pearls Before Breakfast, by Gene Weingarten,
Washington Post Staff Writer,
Sunday, April 8, 2007, http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/
2007/04/04/AR2007040401721.html)
Cheer Camp
The WCCC along with Desert Hills High School
Cheer will be offering a 3 day summer camp. This
camp is for all ages and levels.
Kenneth Neilson
Mayor
Splash Festival
Join us for a fun family event on Saturday June 8, 2013 from
11am-6pm at the WCCC for:
Live Music and Dance Performances | Free Family Photos | Face
Painting and Balloon Tying | Character Visits (Disney and Marvel
Comics) | Water Walkers | Bounce Houses and Slides
Be sure to sign up for swim lessons all summer long!
For more information on times and dates please go to
washingtoncity.org/cc or pick up a flyer at the WCCC.
Water Polo
Youth water polo clinics will be held during
the month of June. Dates and times are
TBD.
Washington City News is produced by Washington City, 111 N. 100 E. Washington, UT 84780. Direct comments, questions, or
corrections to April at 656-6363 or aellerman@washingtoncity.org. For general information, call 656-6300 or visit
washingtoncity.org. Office hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Announcements
WCCC Summer Hours
Summer hours are here at the WCCC! Bring
your family out and enjoy your summer with us!
Leisure Pool:
Rock Wall:
M-F 12–8pm
Sat 11am-6pm
TBD
Washington City
Management Blog
Remember to check out the
this blog with posts from the
City Manager along with posts
from guest contributors. Scan
the QR code or go to
wcut.us/mblog to keep current!
Page 2
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
Extended through June!
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
Page 3
Around the Community
Check out what your
neighbors
are
suggesting and
perhaps contribute an
idea of your own!
Here's how it works:
Happy 100 Birthday
th
to Ada
Nordell,
a lifelong resident of Washington City!
We wish you the best!
Ages: 18mos-2yrs
Dates: Mon June 7,& Thursdays 13, 20, 27
Times: 10:30am-Noon
Cost: $40/child*
at the
WCCC
Good through June 30, 2013. Some restrictions apply. Not valid
with any other offer.
Coming in July:
Color Festival
Ages: 18mos-2yrs
Dates: Thursdays July 11- Aug 1
Times: 10:30am-Noon
Cost: $40/child*
Monday July 8, 2013
6pm-9pm, WCCC
Massive Finger Painting-Walls & Floor | Arts and Crafts |
Live Music | Free Family Photos | Character Visits
*$15 one time non-refundable registration fee.
(Waived if registered for July camp)
Congratulations
Washington City Royalty 2013
On the evening of Friday April 19th, 2013, in the Pine View
High School Auditorium, seven very talented young ladies
competed in the Washington City Princess Scholarship
Pageant. The contestants were judged on: Community
Achievement, Lifestyle & Fitness, Artistic Expression, Poise &
Presence, and Interviews.
Introducing our new Royalty:
Princess: Monique LeRoy, daughter of Joel & Jacque LeRoy.
1st Attendant: Taylor Jesienouski, daughter of Scott & Tonya
Jesienouski.
2nd Attendant: Brilee Barrow, daughter of Brian & Loralee
Barrow.
Miss Spirit: Lauren Mickey, daughter of Chris & Amy Mickey
Watch for these ladies at all Washington City events. Thanks to
the other contestants for their participation: Makaylee Mohr, Mayte
Saint, and Nachell Hunt. Also a big thank you to Carolyn Callahan
and her family for all the hard work they put into the pageant.
Stevens-Henager
Green Spring Golf Course
$100 non member/$95 members
$25 one time registration fee
Stevens-Henager College will be at the WCCC on Wednesday June
19, 2013 from 6:00–6:30pm, with information about furthering your
education, financial aid and information on getting your GED for FREE!
Bring your family and friends for a short and informative presentation
and receive some free giveaways and treats! Stevens-Henager is
located at 720 S River Rd across from Harmons. Questions? Call
(435)628-9902 or visit www.stevenshenager.edu/st-george.
AARP
The next class for AARP will be on Wednesday, June12, 2013
from 9am-1pm in the Party Room at the WCCC.
Cost: $12 AARP Members /$14 Non-AARP
Members
For information contact Susie Jackson, at (435) 753-2866, (435)
213-5228, or email her at susie.jackson35@gmail.com.
$100 non member/$95 members
$25 one time registration fee
Join the Green Spring monthly email newsletter
today! Email your first and last name to
ccinfo@washingtoncity.org and keep up-to-date
with course conditions, events, and specials.
Follow us on Facebook:
facebook.com/washingtoncity
Questions? Call the WCCC at
(435) 656-6360.
facebook.com/thewccc
facebook.com/Washingtonutahpower
Recently we launched a new citizen tool/portal called
yourwashington.org. This portal has a new feature called
"YourVoice". This feature allows you to submit ideas, and then
others can comment and vote on these ideas. Your ideas will
be watched by City Leadership in order to help them plan
future projects, improvements, etc. Using this method, we
hope to always have a good feel for the direction residents
would like the city to move towards.
To contribute or vote, scan the QR
Code, and click on the "YourVoice"
button.
Each user gets 10 votes. You may
vote on each idea 1-3 times. Each
idea you submit requires at least
one vote. Votes are returned to a
user when an idea gets closed
status (it has been fully vetted and
will move to the next level. Or it is
removed). You may redistribute your votes at any time.
(NOTE:If you have a question or comment you would like
answered by City Officials please use the "Questions &
Answers" tool located on any page on washingtoncity.org. YourVoice is built more for new ideas rather than issues,
comments, or direct questions.)
June 2013 Calendar
5th– Planning Commission, 5:30 PM, City Hall
7th– Movie in the Park, Dusk, Veterans Park, 75 E Telegraph
8th– Splash Fest, 11:00 AM-6:00 PM, WCCC
11th– City Council Workshop 6:00 PM, City Hall
12th– City Council 6:00 PM, City Hall
13th– Lions Club Mtg. 7:00 PM, Historical Society Bldg
14th– FLAG DAY
16th– FATHER’S DAY
19th– Planning Commission, 5:30 PM, City Hall
20th– Historical Society Mtg 7:00 PM, Relief Society Bldg
25th– City Council Workshop 6:00 PM, City Hall
26th– City Council 6:00 PM, City Hall
27th– Lions Club Mtg. 7:00 PM, Historical Society Bldg
July 2013 Preview
3rd– Planning Commission, 5:30 PM, City Hall
4th– INDEPENDENCE DAY
5th– Movie in the Park, Dusk, Veterans Park, 75 E Telegraph
8th– Color Festival, 6:00-9:00 PM, WCCC
9th– City Council Workshop 6:00 PM, City Hall
10th– City Council 6:00 PM, City Hall
11th– Lions Club Mtg. 7:00 PM, Historical Society Bldg
Page 2
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
Extended through June!
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
Page 3
Around the Community
Check out what your
neighbors
are
suggesting and
perhaps contribute an
idea of your own!
Here's how it works:
Happy 100 Birthday
th
to Ada
Nordell,
a lifelong resident of Washington City!
We wish you the best!
Ages: 18mos-2yrs
Dates: Mon June 7,& Thursdays 13, 20, 27
Times: 10:30am-Noon
Cost: $40/child*
at the
WCCC
Good through June 30, 2013. Some restrictions apply. Not valid
with any other offer.
Coming in July:
Color Festival
Ages: 18mos-2yrs
Dates: Thursdays July 11- Aug 1
Times: 10:30am-Noon
Cost: $40/child*
Monday July 8, 2013
6pm-9pm, WCCC
Massive Finger Painting-Walls & Floor | Arts and Crafts |
Live Music | Free Family Photos | Character Visits
*$15 one time non-refundable registration fee.
(Waived if registered for July camp)
Congratulations
Washington City Royalty 2013
On the evening of Friday April 19th, 2013, in the Pine View
High School Auditorium, seven very talented young ladies
competed in the Washington City Princess Scholarship
Pageant. The contestants were judged on: Community
Achievement, Lifestyle & Fitness, Artistic Expression, Poise &
Presence, and Interviews.
Introducing our new Royalty:
Princess: Monique LeRoy, daughter of Joel & Jacque LeRoy.
1st Attendant: Taylor Jesienouski, daughter of Scott & Tonya
Jesienouski.
2nd Attendant: Brilee Barrow, daughter of Brian & Loralee
Barrow.
Miss Spirit: Lauren Mickey, daughter of Chris & Amy Mickey
Watch for these ladies at all Washington City events. Thanks to
the other contestants for their participation: Makaylee Mohr, Mayte
Saint, and Nachell Hunt. Also a big thank you to Carolyn Callahan
and her family for all the hard work they put into the pageant.
Stevens-Henager
Green Spring Golf Course
$100 non member/$95 members
$25 one time registration fee
Stevens-Henager College will be at the WCCC on Wednesday June
19, 2013 from 6:00–6:30pm, with information about furthering your
education, financial aid and information on getting your GED for FREE!
Bring your family and friends for a short and informative presentation
and receive some free giveaways and treats! Stevens-Henager is
located at 720 S River Rd across from Harmons. Questions? Call
(435)628-9902 or visit www.stevenshenager.edu/st-george.
AARP
The next class for AARP will be on Wednesday, June12, 2013
from 9am-1pm in the Party Room at the WCCC.
Cost: $12 AARP Members /$14 Non-AARP
Members
For information contact Susie Jackson, at (435) 753-2866, (435)
213-5228, or email her at susie.jackson35@gmail.com.
$100 non member/$95 members
$25 one time registration fee
Join the Green Spring monthly email newsletter
today! Email your first and last name to
ccinfo@washingtoncity.org and keep up-to-date
with course conditions, events, and specials.
Follow us on Facebook:
facebook.com/washingtoncity
Questions? Call the WCCC at
(435) 656-6360.
facebook.com/thewccc
facebook.com/Washingtonutahpower
Recently we launched a new citizen tool/portal called
yourwashington.org. This portal has a new feature called
"YourVoice". This feature allows you to submit ideas, and then
others can comment and vote on these ideas. Your ideas will
be watched by City Leadership in order to help them plan
future projects, improvements, etc. Using this method, we
hope to always have a good feel for the direction residents
would like the city to move towards.
To contribute or vote, scan the QR
Code, and click on the "YourVoice"
button.
Each user gets 10 votes. You may
vote on each idea 1-3 times. Each
idea you submit requires at least
one vote. Votes are returned to a
user when an idea gets closed
status (it has been fully vetted and
will move to the next level. Or it is
removed). You may redistribute your votes at any time.
(NOTE:If you have a question or comment you would like
answered by City Officials please use the "Questions &
Answers" tool located on any page on washingtoncity.org. YourVoice is built more for new ideas rather than issues,
comments, or direct questions.)
June 2013 Calendar
5th– Planning Commission, 5:30 PM, City Hall
7th– Movie in the Park, Dusk, Veterans Park, 75 E Telegraph
8th– Splash Fest, 11:00 AM-6:00 PM, WCCC
11th– City Council Workshop 6:00 PM, City Hall
12th– City Council 6:00 PM, City Hall
13th– Lions Club Mtg. 7:00 PM, Historical Society Bldg
14th– FLAG DAY
16th– FATHER’S DAY
19th– Planning Commission, 5:30 PM, City Hall
20th– Historical Society Mtg 7:00 PM, Relief Society Bldg
25th– City Council Workshop 6:00 PM, City Hall
26th– City Council 6:00 PM, City Hall
27th– Lions Club Mtg. 7:00 PM, Historical Society Bldg
July 2013 Preview
3rd– Planning Commission, 5:30 PM, City Hall
4th– INDEPENDENCE DAY
5th– Movie in the Park, Dusk, Veterans Park, 75 E Telegraph
8th– Color Festival, 6:00-9:00 PM, WCCC
9th– City Council Workshop 6:00 PM, City Hall
10th– City Council 6:00 PM, City Hall
11th– Lions Club Mtg. 7:00 PM, Historical Society Bldg
Page 4
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
Washington City
Community Center
Programs & Events
For more detailed information on Programs & Events go to
washingtoncity.org/cc or call the WCCC at (435) 656-6360.
washingtoncity.org/cc
(435) 656-6360
Volume 12, Issue 6, June 2013
I want to share a story I read recently and offer you something to think about:
Sports & Fitness
Youth Recreation Summer Camps & Clinics
Our art classes inspire children's imagination by
immersing them in such art forms as painting, sculpting,
mosaics, collage, digital design, paper art, drawing,
stamping, anime, studio art, foil embossing and more.
Lego Robotics
“Little Strikers” Soccer &
“Little Hoopsters” Basketball Camps
Washington City Recreation continues to offer two summer camp
opportunities for your children! Join us for "Little Strikers" Soccer
Camp on June 3-5, 2013 and the "Little Hoopsters" Basketball
Camp on June 10-12, 2013 at the WCCC. Each camp is designed
for boys and girls ages 5-8 years old. A variety of fun activities and
drills will introduce your child to each sport, as well as advance the
current skills and abilities of those who already play. Registration
is $25 per child/camp. FREE T-shirts will be provided to all
participants! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
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"In Washington D.C. at a Metro Station, on a cold January in 2007, a man with a violin played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes. During this time
approximately 2000 people went through the station, most of them on their way to work.
After about 4 minutes, a middle-aged man noticed the man playing the violin, he slowed pace for a moment and then hurriedly walked off to meet his
schedule. About 4 minutes later, the violinist received his 1st dollar. A woman threw money in the hat, and without stopping, continued to walk away. At
6 minutes a young man leaned against the wall, looked at his watch and moved on.
The newest technology is used to create and build moving robotic
lego projects. This class is designed to help your child use
creative and forward thinking to achieve their blueprint.
At 10 minutes, a 3-year old boy stopped, but his mother tugged him along hurriedly, the kid stopped to watch the violinist again, but the mother pushed
the child forward harder and the boy continued to look back at the violinist as they walked away. This action was repeated by several children, and every
parent-without exception-forced their children to move ahead quickly.
Karate
At the 45 minute mark, the musician continued to play. Only about 6 people actually stopped to listen to him and only for a very brief time. About 20
gave money, but moved on at their normal pace. He collected only about 32 dollars.
This class is designed to help students reach
their physical, mental, and spiritual potential as
they improve their skills through coordination and
mental focus.
Concealed Weapons
In this class you will complete all of the steps required in
order to obtain a Utah Concealed Firearms Permit. All
participants must be 21.
After 1 hour he finished playing and silence took over. No one noticed and no one applauded. There was no recognition at all.
No one knew this but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the greatest musicians in the world. He played one of the most intricate pieces ever
written,on a violin worth over 3.5 million dollars. Two days before, Joshua Bell played the same piece of music to a sold-out crowd in Boston at 100
dollars per seat. He received a standing ovation for over 1/2 hour after his performance.
This is a true story. Joshua Bell, incognito in a Washington D.C. Metro Station, was organized by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment
about perception, taste and people's priorities.
This experiment raised several questions:
“Summer Shootout” Youth Basketball Camp
Safety Town
In a commonplace environment, at an inappropriate hour, do we perceive beauty? If so, do we stop to appreciate it?”
Boys and girls, ages 8-14, are invited to attend the WCCC’s 5th
Annual “Summer Shootout” Youth Basketball Camp. Participate in the skills contest, learn basketball fundamentals,
get a FREE camp T-shirt, and make new friends! The camp is
Monday – Thursday, July 8-11, 2013. Registration is $25/person
and the registration deadline is July 1, 2013. Come join the fun!
The WCCC along with Washington City Police Department will be
hosting a 3 day camp for youth ages 5-10. The participants will learn
stranger danger, crosswalk & bike safety, school bus safety, fire
safety, and will receive child ID kits.
You can make a difference...
“Ace” Youth Volleyball Camp
Children are taught the exciting sport of Volleyball by qualified
staff. Basic fundamentals will be taught, awards will be given,
and all participants will receive a FREE camp T-shirt. The
camp runs Monday – Thursday, July 15-18, 2013. Registration
is $25/person and registration deadline is July 8, 2013.
Aquatics
Swim Lessons
(Original article appeared in the Washington Post in 2007 and went on to win a Pulitzer Prize. Pearls Before Breakfast, by Gene Weingarten,
Washington Post Staff Writer,
Sunday, April 8, 2007, http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/
2007/04/04/AR2007040401721.html)
Cheer Camp
The WCCC along with Desert Hills High School
Cheer will be offering a 3 day summer camp. This
camp is for all ages and levels.
Kenneth Neilson
Mayor
Splash Festival
Join us for a fun family event on Saturday June 8, 2013 from
11am-6pm at the WCCC for:
Live Music and Dance Performances | Free Family Photos | Face
Painting and Balloon Tying | Character Visits (Disney and Marvel
Comics) | Water Walkers | Bounce Houses and Slides
Be sure to sign up for swim lessons all summer long!
For more information on times and dates please go to
washingtoncity.org/cc or pick up a flyer at the WCCC.
Water Polo
Youth water polo clinics will be held during
the month of June. Dates and times are
TBD.
Washington City News is produced by Washington City, 111 N. 100 E. Washington, UT 84780. Direct comments, questions, or
corrections to April at 656-6363 or aellerman@washingtoncity.org. For general information, call 656-6300 or visit
washingtoncity.org. Office hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Announcements
WCCC Summer Hours
Summer hours are here at the WCCC! Bring
your family out and enjoy your summer with us!
Leisure Pool:
Rock Wall:
M-F 12–8pm
Sat 11am-6pm
TBD
Washington City
Management Blog
Remember to check out the
this blog with posts from the
City Manager along with posts
from guest contributors. Scan
the QR code or go to
wcut.us/mblog to keep current!
Insert Side A
Annual Drinking Water Quality Report 2012
We're pleased to present to you this year's Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is designed to inform you about the quality of the water and services
we deliver to you every day. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we
make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water. Our water
source is both ground water and surface water. Our ground water comes from our Washington City wells and the Sand Hollow Wells. Our surface water comes
from the Quail Creek Reservoir, which is treated through the Quail Creek Water Treatment Plant.
SOURCE PROTECTION PLAN
The Drinking Water Source Protection Plan for Washington City is available for your review. It contains information about source protection zones, potential
contamination sources and management strategies to protect our drinking water. Our sources are located in remote and protected areas and have a low
susceptibility to potential contamination. We have also developed management strategies to further protect our sources from contamination.
CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL
There are many connections to our water distribution system. When connections are properly installed and maintained, the concerns are very minimal. However,
unapproved and improper piping changes or connections can adversely affect not only the availability, but also the quality, of the water. A cross connection may
let polluted water or even chemicals mingle into the water supply system when not properly protected. This not only compromises the water quality but can also
affect your health. So, what can you do? Do not make or allow improper connections at your homes. Even that unprotected garden hose lying in the puddle next
to the driveway is a cross connection. The unprotected lawn sprinkler system after you have fertilized or sprayed is also a cross connection. When the cross
connection is allowed to exist at your home it will affect you and your family first. If you’d like to learn more about helping to protect the quality of our water,
call us for further information about ways you can help.
We’re pleased to report that our drinking water meets federal and state requirements.
QUESTIONS
This report shows our water quality and what it means to you our customer. If you have any questions about this report, please contact Michael D. Shaw at (435)
656-6317.
PLEASE ATTEND
We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility. If you want to learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. They are
held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council chambers. Please call the office at (435) 656-6300 for additional
information.
Washington City routinely monitors for constituents in our drinking water in accordance with the Federal and Utah State laws. The following table shows the
results of our monitoring for the period of January 1st to December 31st, 2012 or the most recent sample data. All drinking water, including bottled drinking water,
may be reasonably expected to contain at least small amounts of some constituents. It's important to remember that the presence of these constituents does not
necessarily pose a health risk.
CONSTITUENT TABLE DEFINITIONS
In the following table you will find many terms and abbreviations you might not be familiar with. To help you better understand these terms we've
provided the following definitions:
Non-Detects (ND) - Laboratory analysis indicates that the constituent is not present.
ND/Low - High - For water systems that have multiple sources of water, the Utah Division of Drinking Water has given water systems the option of listing the test
results of the constituents in one table, instead of multiple tables. To accomplish this, the lowest and highest values detected in the multiple sources are recorded in
the same space in the report table.
Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/l) - One part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000.
Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (ug/l) - One part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years, or a single penny in $10,000,000.
Parts per trillion (ppt) or Nanograms per liter (nanograms/l) - One part per trillion corresponds to one minute in 2,000,000 years, or a single penny in
$10,000,000,000.
Parts per quadrillion (ppq) or Picograms per liter (picograms/l) - One part per quadrillion corresponds to one minute in 2,000,000,000 years or one penny in
$10,000,000,000,000.
Picocuries per liter (pCi/L) - Picocuries per liter is a measure of the radioactivity in water.
Millirems per year (mrem/yr) - Measure of radiation absorbed by the body.
Million Fibers per Liter (MFL) - Million fibers per liter is a measure of the presence of asbestos fibers that are longer than 10 micrometers.
Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU) - Nephelometric turbidity unit is a measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the
average person.
Action Level (AL) - The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) - The “Maximum Allowed” (MCL) is the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set
as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) - The “Goal”(MCLG) is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected
risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
Date- Because of required sampling time frames i.e. yearly, 3 years, 4 years and 6 years, sampling dates may seem out-dated.
Waivers (W)- Because some chemicals are not used or stored in areas around drinking water sources, some water systems have been given waivers that exempt
them from having to take certain chemical samples, these waivers are also tied to Drinking Water Source Protection Plans.
(Table on side B)
Annual Drinking Water Quality Report 2012
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CONSTITUENT TABLE - TEST RESULTS
CONTAMINANT
VIOL.
Y/N
LEVEL
DETECTED
UNIT MEAS.
MCLG
MCL
DATE
SAMPLED
LIKELY SOURCE OF
CONTAMINATION
MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS
Total Coliform Bacteria
N
ND
N/A
0
*See Below
*Presence of coliform bacteria in 5% of monthly samples
Fecal coliform and E.coli
N
ND
N/A
0
**See Below
**If a routine sample and repeat sample are total coliform positive, and one is also fecal coliform or E. coli positive
Turbidity for Ground Water
N
0-.09
NTU
N/A
5
2012
Naturally present in the environment
2012
Human and animal fecal waste
2012
Soil Runoff
2010
2010
2010
Erosion of natural deposits
Decay of natural and man-made deposits
Erosion of natural deposits
Erosion of natural deposits; runoff from
orchards; runoff from glass and electronics
production wastes
RADIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS
Alpha emitters
Beta emitters
Radium-228
N
N
N
2-4
ND-4.0
ND-2
pCi/1
pCi/1
pCi/1
0
0
0
15
5
5
INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS
Arsenic
N
4-5
ppb
0
10
2012
Barium
N
36-117
ppb
2,000
2,000
2012
Chromium
N
3-5
ppb
100
100
2010
ppt
1,300,000
AL=
1,300,000
2012
Corrosion of household plumbing systems;
erosion of natural deposits
ppb
4,000
4,000
2012
Erosion of natural deposits; water additive
which promotes strong teeth; discharge from
fertilizer and aluminum factories
ppt
0
AL=
15,000
2011
Corrosion of household plumbing systems,
erosion of natural deposits
Discharge of drilling wastes; discharge from
metal refineries; erosion of natural deposits
Discharge from steel and pulp mills; erosion
of natural deposits
Copper
a.
b.
90% results
# of sites that
exceed the AL
Fluoride
N
N
a. 70,600
b. 0
200-300
Lead
a.
b.
90% results
# of sites that
exceed the AL
N
a. 1,700
b. 0
Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from
septic tanks, sewage; erosion of natural
deposits
Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from
septic tanks, sewage; erosion of natural
deposits
Discharge from petroleum and metal
refineries; erosion of natural deposits;
discharge from mines
Erosion of natural deposits; discharge from
refineries and factories; runoff from
landfills.
Erosion of natural deposits; discharge from
refineries and factories; runoff from
landfills, runoff from cropland
Nickel
N
4-6
ppb
100
100
2010
Nitrate (as Nitrogen)
N
200-700
ppb
10,000
10,000
2012
Selenium
N
400-1,300
ppt
50,000
50,000
2012
Sodium
N
8-49
ppm
20
None set by EPA
2012
Sulfate
N
ND-237
ppm
1,000
1,000
2012
Total Dissolved Solids
(TDS)
N
ND-592
ppm
2,000
2,000
2012
Erosion of natural deposits
DISINFECTION BY-PRODUCTS
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
N
5-17
ppb
0
60
2012
By-product of drinking water disinfection
Total Trihalomethanes
(TTHM)
N
15-36
ppb
0
80
2012
By-product of drinking water disinfection
VIOL.
Y/N
N
N
N
LEVEL
DETECTED
158
2.0
312
UNREGULATED CONTAMINANTS
CONTAMINANT
Alkalinity
Carbon, Total
Hardness
UNIT MEAS.
MCL
DATE SAMPLED
ppm
ppm
ppm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
2012
2012
2012
LEAD
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from
materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Washington City is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot
control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by
flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your
water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or
at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
SAFE WATER
As you can see by the table, our system had no violations. We’re proud that your drinking water meets or exceeds all Federal and State requirements. We have learned
through our monitoring and testing that some constituents have been detected. The EPA has determined that your water IS SAFE at these levels.
All sources of drinking water are subject to potential contamination by constituents that are naturally occurring or are man made. Those constituents can be microbes,
organic or inorganic chemicals, or radioactive materials. All drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of
some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential
health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.
MCLs are set at very stringent levels. To understand the possible health effects described for many regulated constituents, a person would have to drink 2 liters of water
every day at the MCL level for a lifetime to have a one-in-a-million chance of having the described health effect.
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer
undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be
particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means
to lessen the risk of infection by cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).