(518) 853 - 4335

[email protected]

Village of Fonda, NY

Important: Bottled Water Distribution & Updates

Jul 14, 2024 | Public Notices, Water User Notification

Distribution Background

The Village of Fonda provided free bottled water to its water users on Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 9 AM to 3 PM. Joined by the Village Board of Trustees, Village & Town Code Enforcement, Mayor Bill Peeler, and Town of Mohawk Supervisor Janet DePalma, the Village DPW team handed out donated water to the water users of the Village of Fonda.

Distribution Numbers

Water was distributed to approximately 125 residents, helping the community with some of the basic need for water during this time.

Distribution Support

This effort was supported by several agencies, including Montgomery County Emergency Management Director Jeff Kaczor, the Montgomery County Highway Department, the Town of Mohawk, distribution assistance, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, the Town of Mohawk Fire Department, the Montgomery County Office of the Aging, and many others who assisted in communications. Your assistance did not go unnoticed, and the Village of Fonda is thankful for the unity and strength shown by our community.

Generous Donors

We are deeply grateful to the generous donors, including Crystal Geyser, Stewart’s Shops, and Walmart, who made this possible.

Crystal-Geyser

Stewarts

Walmart

Additional Distribution of Bottled Water

In the coming days, the Village Office will contact people who are physically unable to retrieve their own bottled water, such as those with disabilities or our senior residents, so we may bring water to them.

We received communication from individuals requesting this assistance and had several other people who planned and retrieved water for their family members and neighbors who they were aware could not come out for their water.

We ask that you let us know if you are aware of someone who is house bound and who may need assistance.

 

Additional Scheduled Distribution Dates and Times

Village Users Who Did NOT Receive Water on Saturday

Monday, July 14, 2024

  1. Contact Us: Please contact the village clerk’s office between 9 a.m. and Noon on Monday at 518.853.4335 or email [email protected] to arrange for pickup.
  2. Time: Pickup your water between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday, July 15, 2024,
  3. Where: Village Municipal Building, 8 E. Main Street, Fonda, NY 12068.

Second Pickup Date and Times for All Village Water Users

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

  1. When: Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Hours in the Park: 3 PM to 6 PM
  2. Where: Village Park at 40 Park Street, Fonda, NY 12068.
  3. Who: All Village Water Customers

 

Alternative for Second Distribution

  1. Contact Us: If you are unavailable in the later hours due to work or other obligations and wish to receive a second disbursement, please contact the village clerk’s office between 9 a.m. and Noon Tuesday at 518.853.4335 or email [email protected] to arrange for pickup.
  2. When: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2024.
  3. Where: Village Municipal Building, 8 E. Main Street, Fonda, NY 12068.

Current Water Status

Boil Water

  1. What: We remain under a Boil Water Notice for the consumption of all village water until further notice. As described in the June 27, 2024 notice, all water must be brought to a boil, and we recommend boiling it for at least 3 minutes.
  2. Timeline: Until we receive the needed water quality results from our lab.
  3. Why: Boiling water will assure your safety due to continued turbidity within the water and difficulties with the water filters.
  4. Continued Use: Water from your tap remains safe for baths and showers. You may continue to use water for washing dishes. If using a dishwasher, you should have a high-temperature or sanitize feature that raises the water temperature to 170 degrees. If handwashing, add one table spoon of bleach to each gallon of water for rinsing.

Reduced Water Usage

  1. What: Please refrain from using village water to wash your car or water lawns.
  2. Why: We are allowing our water filtration and storage systems to return to the needed levels for proper operation.
  3. Timeline: Until further notice, our levels have returned to normal.

Discolored Water

  1. What: If you have ongoing discolored water, please document it by emailing [email protected] with the Subject Line “Discolored Water.” The discolored water is due to disturbances in the water transmission lines.
  2. Why: This will allow our Water Commissioner to track areas with these ongoing issues for some of our customers. The water department may wish to come out and view your water by appointment.

Official Communication

Methods of Public Communication

We use several methods to communicate urgent information to our residents and customers:

  1. Hyper-Reach
    • The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Hyper-Reach program provides reverse calling to telephone numbers.
    • If you have not received notifications since June 27, 2024, verify your registration on the Hyper-Reach platform:
      • Register for Hyper-Reach
      • Download the app from Google Play or the Apple Store.
      • For assistance, contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department Non-Emergency Line at 518.853.5500.
  2. Email Notification
  3. Facebook
    • We no longer use the Fonda Park Facebook Page. Follow the new Official Village of Fonda Facebook Page:
    • For official communications, contact the Village by telephone or email.
  4. Digital Sign at the Park
    • Located on South Bridge Street near the corner of Park Street, the Fonda Park digital sign provides general village events and urgent messaging.

COMMUNICATING FOR VILLAGE SERVICES

Are you unsure who to contact for service information or requests? We have created one email to direct any requests and inquiries for Village Services: [email protected].

Most Importantly, We Count on YOU

When we share important information, we count on you to share it with your friends, neighbors, and family, especially those who lack connectivity. Share our original messaging without embellishment or alteration. For any clarifications, contact the village through official means of communication.

Thank You

Thank you for your continued patience as we continue to work on our water system.