The Vernon Township Water Authority Board meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00pm.
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a. m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Water Authority has been in existence for many years, but just within the last 15 years has it actually provided Township businesses and residents with public water service. The first water lines were laid in 1991.
The water is purchased from Meadville Area Water Authority. The cost of the water purchased by VTWA from MAWA is determined in accordance with the Bulk Water Agreement. A Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) is prepared by VTWA and sent to the Department of Environmental Protection. This mandatory report includes water quality information and water testing results for the prior year.
The tapping fees are determined by the Board and the Water Authority Engineer .
The water rates are established and approved by the Water Authority Board.
The fire hydrants in Vernon Township are installed strictly for fire protection.
Any person or organization wishing to obtain water from the hydrants must make arrangements with the water authority prior to obtaining the water.
Under no circumstances should any person or organization procure water from Vernon Township Water Authority lines or hydrants without making arrangements with Vernon Township Water Authority.
The hydrants that are located along the water system and are owned by Vernon Township Water Authority are maintained and inspected on a regular basis by Vernon Township Water Authority.
Businesses located in Vernon Township that have their own fire hydrants should have their hydrants maintained and inspected on a regular basis, to be sure that the hydrant is working properly if needed.
If you would like any additional information about maintenance and inspection of your fire hydrant, please call the Vernon Township Water Authority at 814-332-0803.