Department of Public Works

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Mission Statement:
 
The primary function of the Almont Department of Public Works is to provide its residents with high quality municipal services.  These services include snow and ice removal, storm water drainage, water supply and distribution, maintenance to the sewer main, vehicle fleet maintenance, maintenance and improvements of roads and public property, maintenance to the Village/Township Office grounds, maintenance to the Almont Community Park grounds and maintenance to all water and sewer facilities.
 
We are committed to distributing safe drinking water and protecting our water system from contamination.  We strive to provide all services in a prompt, courteous and professional manner.
 
 
 
Winter Maintenance Policy
 
Please be aware it is actually illegal under Michigan law (section 257.677(a) of the Michigan Vehicle Code) to shovel or plow snow or ice onto any road or highway, or to deposit snow on a road or road shoulder in such a way that it blocks motorists' views of traffic.
To view the Almont Department of Public Works Winter Maintenance policy, please click (here).
 No vehicle shall be parked on any public street within the Village between the hours of 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. per Village Ordinance 125.2.
 
 
 
Yard Waste & Brush Pick-Up
 
Please click (here) to view our yard waste and brush pick up policy.
 
In the past, it has been our policy to extend the courtesy of leaf pick-up to the business' located within the Village of Almont, We regret to inform you that our policy changed in 2017.  Business' will be excluded from any leaf or yard waste pick-up.  You will need to contact either your contracted garbage provider or your lawn service for these services.  This letter was mailed to all business' on November 29, 2016.
 
 
 

What Happens to Leaves and Yard Clippings Blown into the Street

 
 
Our DPW works hard to keep our storm drains clear of debris.  Did you know that blowing yard waste including grass clippings onto the street can not only clog our storm drains, but it can be harmful to our waterways.  Please click on the link below to see how you can help.  Click (here)
 

Village Generators

 
The backup generators at the water booster station and the sanitary lift stations are maintenanced every year so that if there are power outages, waste water and drinking water operations continue with very little disruption.
 
 

Right of Way Permit

 
Any time you are doing work in the Village of Almont's Right of Way, a permit is required.  You can mail in a completed application along with payment and a $2000.00 surety bond or submit in person at our office.  Any applications that are not filled out completely, do not have payment or do not have the required surety bond will not be processed and will be returned to the applicant as denied.
 
To obtain a Right of Way Permit, please click here.
 
Miss Dig 811: Know What's Below Before You Dig!
 

Water Quality in Buildings Closed - What to do to refresh your lines

 

Steps to address water quality in buildings closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused many southeast Michigan businesses and facilities to shut their doors and suspend operations for an unprecedented length of time. In a moment with no shortage of things to worry about, the impact that this shutdown can have on the quality of the water sitting stagnant within building pipes may not be at the top of the public’s list. However, when the economy reopens it will be the responsibility of individual building managers to mitigate these impacts on the water quality in their premise plumbing.

A simple and effective way to purge the water that has been sitting stagnant inside of a building’s plumbing for days, weeks, or even months is to open all the water taps and let the water run freely. Hot water tanks may need to be flushed separately; instructions can be found on the GLWA website here. Flushing the system forcibly removes rust, corrosion byproducts, or particulates, and replaces the potentially degraded water with fresh and recently treated water from the local main supply. For buildings and businesses that are accustomed to seasonal or intermittent use, flushing may already be part of a regular maintenance routine. But for others that have never been continuously shuttered for more than a day or two, people may not be aware of the potential danger posed by stagnant water, or of the steps that need to be taken to ensure water quality.

While GLWA and Member Partners maintain water quality within regional and local distribution systems, once that water leaves a main line and enters the pipes in individual customers’ buildings, the responsibility rests on the building’s owner or occupier. However, by spreading the message about the critical importance of flushing pipes in newly reopened buildings and providing further information on best practices, we can continue to support our communities even after we have fulfilled our obligation of delivering the highest quality water. 

Each building is different, so plumbing system needs and flushing best practices will vary based on their size, configuration, condition, and type of usage. Regardless of these specifics, flushing is an easy best practice that can and should be applied before returning to normal operations anywhere that water has been sitting unused for a prolonged period.

 

Common Water Problems

 
 
 
Are you experiencing either color or odor problems with your water?  Click (here) to view common water problems.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Sewer Backups and Basement Flooding

 
 
 
If you are experiencing either a sewer backup or if your basement is flooding, click (here) to find out if you should call a plumber or the DPW.
 
If you contact the DPW after normal business hours for an emergency call to check your sewer and it is determined that this was not an emergency or that is was not due to a main backup, you could be charged the DPW (Non-Emergency) After Hours Fee per our fee schedule.
 
 

Protecting our Sanitary Sewer System

 
 
Downspout Disconnect Awareness Program
It is against our Village Ordinance to have downspouts and/or sump pumps discharge into the sanitary sewer.  See Village Ordinance 150 7.5.  If you need information on how to disconnect your downspouts, click (here).
 
Disconnecting Sump Pumps from our Sanitary Sewer System
Sump Pumps should not be connected to the sanitary sewer system, or discharge onto your neighbors property. For facts and information regarding sump pump connections, please click (here).
 
 
 
 

Wood Chips

 
 
 
In the past the DPW has provided wood chips to the Village Residents.  This service will no longer be provided starting in 2018.  Yard Waste and Brush Pick up services will still be provided and leaf pick up will continue in the fall only.
 
 
 

What Not To Flush - A Resident's Guide

 
 
The GLWA recently provided a series of brochures to educate us on water and waste water systems.  To view these brochures, please click on the provided links.
 
 
 


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WRAP Program

 
The Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), the regional water authority that includes the City of Detroit, Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties and the State of Michigan, is offering an assistance program to qualifying low-income retail customers. For more information on the Water Residential Assistance program (WRAP), click on the following link:  http://www.waynemetro.org/wrap/

 

GLWA Service Lines and Plumbing Fixtures

 
GLWA has published a flyer that responds to frequently asked questions about lead and copper in water.  This touches on:
1.  What is a service line and who is responsible for it?
2.  How do I determine what material my service line is made of?
3.  How can I tell if my plumbing fixtures have lead or lead solder in them?
4.  Do I need to test my water for lead if I have a lead service line or plumbing with lead solder?
5.  What should I do if my water quality results indicate a presence of lead?
6.  If corrosion control is working, how can there still be higher levels of lead in the first draw    sample in the morning, after water has sat in the pipe?
7.  How do I flush my service line after it has been replaced?
8.  Where can I go for help with my home's internal plumbing?
 
To access the flyer, please click here.
 

How GWLA Sets Water and Sewer Rates

 
Click on HowGWLASetsWaterandSewerCharges.pdf to see how water and sewer rates are calculated by GWLA
 

Consumer Confidence Reports

 
The 2019 Water Quality report can be accessed here.
 
The 2018 Water Quality report can be accessed here.
 
The 2017 Water Quality report can be accessed here.
 
The 2016 Water Quality report can be accessed here.

The 2015 Water Quality report can be accessed here.

The 2014 Water Quality report can be accessed here.
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