<div>Water was the main topic of discussion during the Nov. 3 meeting of the St. Joseph Board of Commissioners.In October, members voted to assess penalties and late fees for any water district that purchases water through the city’s system that fails to pay bills on time. The vote came about because of routinely late payments by the Iron City Water District.While St. Joseph provides water for the district, the agreement had no penalty and no deterrent for late payments.City Manager Chris Jackson explained that since last month’s meeting, the Iron City district has made a payment on what is owed and made plans to make additional payments.Jackson pointed out that since he was hired as city manager in February, there has been a 46 percent reduction in outstanding bills.Officials also pointed out that a large leak had been detected on the Iron City line and that has since been repaired.Much discussion was held regarding the city’s current water restrictions.The city had implemented voluntary water conservation measures as prolonged drought conditions placed a strain on the city’s water system. As conditions continued, those conservation efforts became mandatory. Residents were prohibited from watering lawns or landscaping, or washing vehicles, driveways and sidewalks, as well as other non-vital water usage.The city’s water is sourced from the spring at the city park. Board members, city officials and residents discussed the possibility of identifying a secondary source that could supplement the supply during times of drought.Water flows from a cave at the park, and some pointed out that it is technically the same source that is currently used. Officials said it might be beneficial to conduct a feasibility study regarding the use of water from that area.They also discussed different springs in the area that have been tapped as some type of water source in the past, or that have the potential to become a source the city might rely on when necessary.Police Chief Adam Brewer reported to board members that he was working to rectify a situation at a property across from Spring Street. While the previous owner had initially installed a camper at the property, Brewer pointed out that additional campers have since been installed in violation of city statutes.The property was sold, then the new owner died, causing property ownership to be passed to relatives. The property currently has three or four campers installed, which under city statutes constitutes a trailer park. The property is not permitted for this type of enterprise.Brewer indicated that a letter will be sent to the property owners, explaining the situation and outlining what needs to be done to bring the property back into compliance.</div>

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Water was the main topic of discussion during the Nov. 3 meeting of the St. Joseph Board of Commissioners. In October, members voted to assess penalties and late fees for any water district that purchases water through the city’s system that fails to pay bills on time. The vote came about because of routinely late payments by the Iron City Water District.

St. Joseph Considers Secondary Water Source

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Water was the main topic of discussion during the Nov. 3 meeting of the St. Joseph Board of Commissioners. In October, members voted to assess penalties an

St. Joseph Considers Secondary Water Source

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