Additional Features and Benefits

Future Treatment Processes The expansion has been designed to accommodate construction of future treatment processes which may become warranted to address more stringent water quality regulations or changing customer needs. Specifically, the following process units could be incorporated: Intermediate ozonation Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection Membrane filtration Corrosion inhibitor chemical Chloramination
Security Designed to address the unique concerns of a post-9/11 era, the project incorporates state-of-the art security measures which have been designed based on recommendations of a comprehensive security audit performed by a specialty sub-consultant.

SCADA Systems A plant-wide supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system provides real-time process control data to the operators to facilitate prompt decision-making, automated operations, and efficient record keeping.The SCADA system consists of distributed programmable logic controllers (PLC), remote industrial duty touch-screen operator interface terminals, and centrally located operator workstations. Communication utilizes Ethernet, ControlNet, and DeviceNet networks. Customized applications software developed by O’Brien & Gere is used to monitor status, control process equipment, initiate alarms, and create operating reports.							Project Financing The project has been financed by the Town using low-interest loans provided by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (NYSEFC) through both the Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF and CWSRF) programs. These programs have realized significant savings to the Town compared to traditional financing means.The project will be completed within the original budget of $24.22 million.