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October 22, 2025 12:58 | JOHN PALAMARA (Administrator)

We will attempt to use this blog to pass along information and thoughts:

** While there have been strides in addressing water quality issues, significant challenges remain. Continued investment, policy reform, and community engagement are crucial to ensuring safe and equitable drinking water for all Americans. **

Here’s a clear breakdown of the future goals for public water systems in the U.S., based on current trends and policy discussions:

Goal	What it means	Why it matters
Lead pipe removal	Replace aging lead service lines in homes and public systems	Prevents lead exposure, especially in children, improving public health
PFAS (“forever chemicals”) mitigation	Reduce or remove PFAS from drinking water sources	Protects against long-term chemical exposure linked to cancer and other health issues
Infrastructure modernization	Upgrade aging pipes, treatment plants, and storage facilities	Reduces leaks, service interruptions, and contamination risks
Equitable access	Ensure all communities, especially low-income or marginalized areas, get safe water	Addresses environmental justice concerns and health disparities
Financial sustainability	Secure funding through federal grants, state programs, and rates	Ensures utilities can maintain, repair, and upgrade systems without compromising service
Regulatory compliance	Meet or exceed EPA and state water quality standards	Protects public health and avoids legal penalties
Community engagement & transparency	Keep the public informed about water quality and infrastructure projects	Builds trust and encourages community support for improvements
Emergency preparedness & resilience	Prepare for natural disasters, droughts, and contamination events	Ensures continuity of safe water during crises

Central New York Water Works Conference is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization. PO Box 4949 Syracuse, NY 13221

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