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ABOUT THIS REPORT Water affordability and infrastructure challenges are connected. We need to invest in water infrastructure to maintain it, and we also need to fund those investments in ways that ensure people can afford to pay their water bills as part of their overall household expenses. An estimated one-fifth of all New Jersey households struggle to afford their water and sewer bills. Unaffordable water bills threaten savings, wealth ...

The JWW CSO Committee respectfully submits the following comments: We recommend that the NJDEP strengthen requirements in certain areas as described in the comments below. Where strengthened requirements are not possible by the NJDEP, we recommend that the NJDEP provide separate, concurrent guidance (in a document) for permittees. When providing guidance, we recommend that the NJDEP be as specific and prescriptive as possible in their overall ...

This report examined quantitative data on lead service line (LSL) replacements and contextualized it through case studies of five New Jersey water systems. These narratives provide valuable insights into the successes, challenges, and lessons learned during the initial years of implementing LSL replacements. While data is a powerful tool for understanding the landscape of LSL replacement in New Jersey, it is essential to acknowledge the ...

As there is no safe level for lead exposure, water systems in New Jersey are working to meet the new statutory requirement to replace all lead service lines (LSL) by 2031. Despite progress, drinking water systems, governments, and stakeholders face numerous obstacles in complying with the legislation. Overcoming these challenges requires clear standards and communication, sustainable financing models, and education and outreach to property ...

On November 7, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Works Climate Resilience Committee and Green Infrastructure Committee submitted comments on Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) Rule Proposal.

On October 18, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Asset Management and Finance Committee submitted comments on the proposed rules, amendments, and repeals to the Safe Drinking Water Act Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:10) and Water Supply Allocation Permit Rules (N.J.A.C. 7:19).

The Jersey Water Works Lead in Drinking Water Task Force submitted comments on the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements (LCRI).

On January 31, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Asset Management and Finance Committee submitted comment on the SFY25 Proposed Intended Use Plans.

On January 22, 2024, the Jersey Water Works Combined Sewer Overflow Committee submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) Draft Combined Sewer Overflow Permits Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (NJ0026182), Gloucester City (NJ0108847), and the City of Camden (NJ0108812).

On November 22, 2023, the Jersey Water Works Combined Sewer Overflow Committee submitted comments to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection on the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) Draft Combined Sewer Overflow Permits Bergen County Utilities Authority (NJ0020028), Borough of Fort Lee (NJ0034517), City of Hackensack (NJ0108766), and the Village of Ridgefield Park (NJ0109118).