US Water was selected via a competitive bid process in 1994 to partner with the City of Easton. Prior to our contract, the facility had chronic permit violations, a consent decree, and management/labor strife. The City of Easton had paid out $389,000 in fines and an additional $120,000 in plaintiffs’ legal fees under the consent order, and the plant had been listed on the EPA’s List of Violating Facilities. The treatment process equipment was either in need of repairs or not operating properly. In addition labor overtime costs at the Water Treatment Facility were major areas of concern for the City.

US Water was successful in significantly improving the plant in all areas of operations, administration and compliance.

Utilizing extensive operating experience and system surveying practices, US Water was able to improve the wastewater treatment facility without increasing capital expenditures. We used our expertise in water and wastewater to operate, manage and maintain the existing infrastructure more efficiently. Various operational changes implemented over the past three years have also resulted in savings to the City of approximately $1.5 million.

US Water established and improved a working relationship with AFSCME union employees, creating a productive work environment for both union and US Water employees. In addition, US Water implemented an innovative employee-leasing program to satisfy the City’s needs.