Conservation Council takes lead on wastewater study
New Lebanon Conservation Council leads wastewater contamination study. Testing of 40 wells in the commercial district found 11 positive for E. coli and 22 positive for coliform, with all contamination deemed remediable. Council members voted unanimously to lead the feasibility study, with cost
misc · Meeting of January 12, 2026
NY NEW LEBANON — New Lebanon Conservation Council leads wastewater contamination study. Testing of 40 wells in the commercial district found 11 positive for E. coli and 22 positive for coliform, with all contamination deemed remediable. Council members voted unanimously to lead the feasibility study, with cost projections to include the Tilden Commons development under Planning Board review.
The council addressed a fuel oil spill at a residential property where over 200 gallons of heating oil were accidentally delivered and seeped into the basement, raising concerns about potential well contamination.
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Source: the misc meeting of January 12, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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