Wastewater HOW DOES MY WASTEWATER GET TO THE TREATMENT PLANT? From most residence, all your wastewater is gravity fed to a township owned pumpstation, from there they are pumped directly to our wastewater plants where we can begin the treatment process.
HOW IS MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER TREATED AND RELEASED? Municipal wastewater is one of the largest sources of pollution, by volume, to surface water in Canada. Municipal wastewater receives treatment before being released into the environment.
WHERE DOES MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER GO AFTER IT IS TREATED? Once municipal wastewater is treated it is then released back into a receiving waterbody.
HOW DO WE CONFIRM THE WASTEWATER IS SAFE TO BE RELEASED BACK TO THE ENVIRONMENT? With trained operators we monitor both influent and effluent of the treatment facility to confirm that our system is working as designed. Samples are also collected weekly and sent to an accredited lab for analysis.
HOW TO BECOME AN OIT? (OPERATOR IN TRAINING) Schooling that covers chemistry, math and regulation will both be an asset and assist in training hours to upgrade from an OIT to a Level 1 Certified operator. After receiving a basic understanding of the processes for water and wastewater you can complete a test to become and OIT (OWWCO)
roads
HOW MUCH SALTING/PLOWING DOES THE TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH GLENGARRY CONDUCT? The winter maintenance crews are responsible for clearing: 384 km of roads for salting/plowing operations. (154 Asphalt, 84 Surface Treated, 146 Gravel)
WHAT DOES A ROUTINE SNOW EVENT LOOK LIKE FOR TOWNSHIP CREW? Patrol staff monitoring the weather and road conditions will make the call to send out snow crews. A call will be made to the Lead Hand staff member who will call the snow crew operators and contractors. Once all snow equipment is checked for safety measures and loaded with snow clearing material (salt), the operators will be assigned their equipment. Depending on the road conditions, the salt application rate is monitored through a spreader control unit. Each truck is assigned a route. All trucks are tracked by GPS to ensure streets are not missed. Once the operator has completed their assigned route, they will be asked to assist other routes (if required) in order to ensure the safety of our residents and community.
WHO/WHAT DETERMINES THE SCHEDULE FOR CLEARING STREETS? Example Answer: Yes, The Township staff receive detailed weather forecast 3 times within a 24-hour period. This allows staff to monitor the winter conditions, plan and prepare for the tasks ahead. During storm advisory situations, weather forecasts are updated more often while staff continue to monitor weather radar images from Environment Canada.
I THINK THE PLOWS MISSED MY STREET? Example: Crews take extra care to ensure that no streets are missed. Occasionally streets can be missed due to technological errors (GPS). If this has occurred, please let our Township office know by calling 613-347-1166. Snow crews will be notified and arrangements will be made to have the street cleared.
THE SNOW PLOW DAMAGED MY LAWN, WHAT DO I DO? The Township makes an effort to minimize damage made by snowplows during winter maintenance. During snow events, operators face many challenges including limited lighting, visibility, pedestrians and parked cars/obstructions. Sometimes these factors can cause damage to your property. If your lawn/property is damaged by snow clearing vehicles, please call the Township of South Glengarry at 613-347-1166. Reception will take down your name and address and forward the information to our Manager of Roads. The address will then be reviewed and tracked (with photos) for repair in the spring. The repair process usually begins mid-April and may last until late May. The repair schedule varies due to the severity of the winter season and other weather-related damages. www.southglengarry.com
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