WASTEWATER SUPERINTENDENT

Gary Hydinger
44 North Forest Street
Geneva, OH 44041
Phone: (440) 466-4228
Fax: (440) 466-0672
EMail: genevawwtp@ncweb.com

Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

ORDINANCE MODIFYING SELECTED SUBSECTIONS OF CHAPTER 1042 SEWERS
Council has passed legislation changing the sewer use ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. 2961

Grease
Ever hear the sink drain gurgle when it's drained, or ever have your house sewer line back up? One of the most common sources for these problems is blockage caused by grease. Grease is a common by-product of our cooking, whether it be shortening, cooking oil, butter, or margarine, or in the form of food scraps, sauces, or dairy products. But whenever these are flushed down the drain or the toilet, they can cause you big problems. And detergents or de greasers may simply pass the problem further down your line. Lines can become completely plugged, necessitating mechanical cleaning or even replacement.

Here are simple suggestions for you the homeowner to prevent the problem:

• Never put grease down the sink or toilet
• Scrape grease and food scraps from trays, plates, pots, pans, etc. into a can or the trash for disposal
• Do not put grease down garbage disposals. Use baskets or strainers in the sink drain to catch food scraps and other solids and then empty them into the trash

Even the City's large sewer lines can become plugged by grease, and then many people are affected. It is up to each individual to help prevent these headaches.

Sewer Problem
If you suspect a sewer problem at your home, call the Wastewater Plant at (440) 466-4228. lf it is after hours please call the Geneva Police Department at (440) 466-1111.  They will immediately page a member of the wastewater department's staff who will identify the source of the problem.  If the problem is in an area outside our area of responsibility, we can provide you with guidance in correcting your problem.

Wastewater Payment
Wastewater payments can be mailed or paid at City Hall, 44 North Forest Street, Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:15am and 5:00pm. There is a drop box by the door, if you are paying by check after hours.

Moving from the City
Please contact (440) 466-4675. There is a $10.00 final reading charge.

Moving to the City
Please contact (440) 466-4675. There is a $10.00 initial reading charge.

Fees
The first 0-270 cubic foot are billed at $12.47, each additional 100 cubic feet is $5.12.
Outside Rate-The first 0-270 cubic foot are billed at $18.70, each additional 100 feet is $7.68.

New Construction
Call the Wastewater Plant for information on the requirements for a permit to tap into the sewer system.

Swimming Pool Credit
A seasonal credit for filling a swimming pool that is over 3' deep is allowed if there is no past due balance, call for a swimming pool credit form or download a form from the the water works web page. Remember to write down the beginning and ending meter read.

Additional Information
More specific information regarding applications, charges and fees can be obtained by contacting the Administrative Offices at (400) 466-4675, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm or at City Hall, 44 North Forest Street, Geneva.

The department administers an Ohio EPA approved "Pretreatment Program".  Any industrial/commercial user discharging into the City's collection system is obligated to comply with the conditions defined in this regulation.  The City of Geneva welcomes and encourages new development and industry to our community.

Treatment is achieved through a trickling filter process, followed by advanced treatment.  The effluent is discharged into Cowles Creek.  This stream has been designated by the Ohio EPA as a low flow, warm water, and salmonoid habitat.  This treatment facility consistently meets the ever-stringent water quality standards imposed by this receiving stream.