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Annual Water Quality
Report is now available.
SNOW REMOVAL OPERATIONS – WINTER 2009
Snow operations at
Although USMA Regulation 420-8 currently calls for plowing to begin when two inches of precipitation has accumulated, DPW standard protocol includes selected pre-treatment prior to storms or thaw-refreeze events, and continuous operations throughout snow/ice events, with the goal of achieving clear, dry roadways as soon as operationally possible.
Personnel from our Land Maintenance Branch are ‘on the road’ 24/7 during winter weather events to ensure West Point roads, parking lots, and sidewalks remain clear and safe,” adds Frederick.
With the communities’
help, DPW can quickly, efficiently, and effectively remove snow and ice
from the main post area’s roughly 150 miles of roads, many miles of
sidewalks, and millions of square feet of parking lot.
But we do need your help: (1)
When West Point is in “Code Red” condition, please do not drive your
vehicle onto
During every snow and/or ice event, roads, parking lots, common area sidewalks, and steps are cleared in accordance with a specific priority order as outlined in USMA Reg 420-8. Please do not ask vehicle operators to divert from their assignment to “do you a favor”. This creates delays for your neighbors and the overall snow control operation. During winter weather, DPW operates 24/7 to get our roads, parking lots and sidewalks clear, and keep them clear. The Snow Control Desk is also operational 24/7, monitoring and managing the snow/ice control effort. Please call the Snow Control Desk with questions and concerns, and to report areas in need of ice control/snow removal. The Snow Control Desk phone number is 938-4707
USMA's Program to safeguard its
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) has been progressing well since
its inception in March. 2003. Earlier this year, the MS4 managers launched
the Storm Water website. It appears as a link on the
The MS4 program is designed to protect
the more than 15 miles of storm water pipes and streams on post that
eventually empty into the
An MS4 manager will respond to your
posting. You may also call
As a reminder to all personnel and offices, work
requests (DA4283) are required for ALL projects affecting real property
(buildings, roads, grounds and other
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The single
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POC for additional clarification is the DPW Work Reception Desk, 938-8288.
USMA’s ENERGY COSTS ARE ON THE RISE!
Do
you realize that
While
those costs seem overwhelming, without much effort, we all can through our
everyday actions, significantly reduce this cost. Most of our energy costs are consumed during the winter months. By implementing the following daily activities, we can significantly
reduce this cost. But we need
YOUR help!
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When you are away from home or your office space is not occupied, turn thermostats down to 58 degrees Fahrenheit. For every degree the thermostat is lowered there is a 1 ˝ % heating energy saved. Get in the habit of dressing all family members in warmer, long sleeve, clothing. Please do not turn the heat down below 58 degrees to avoid any potential water line freezing.
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Keep all windows and doors closed during the heating season. If you have not already done so, now is a great time to remove window air conditioners and insure that all storm windows are down. Check the fire place dampers and make sure they are shut unless it is currently in use.
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Do not block radiators or air vents with furniture or carpets.
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On sunny days, open drapes, shades and blinds to let in the free solar heat from the sun. Close them when the sun goes down to keep the heat inside.
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Turn off lights when not in use. Turn on only the lights you need to complete the task at hand. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs, available at the
Information
on USMA’s Energy Management Program may be obtained by contacting the
Energy Branch, 938-6873.
All office workers are reminded that it is each
person’s individual responsibility to use the small blue recycling toter
to collect recyclables at their work site and to insure that the contents of the toter be placed in the designated
recycle collection areas in your building. This task is not designated for the custodians who are only responsible
for the emptying of trash containers. If you are not aware of
the location of your building’s recycle collection area, please contact
your building commandant.
For information on the USMA Recycling Program,
contact Mr. John Dopler, USMA Recycling Coordinator, 938-4281.
Remember: that the savings generated by your recycling efforts is returned
to the community through West Points MWR Programs.
To comply with state and federal regulations, the Garrison
Directorate of Public Works must issue an annual report on the quality of
drinking water here. The purpose of this report is to ensure consumers know
what is in their drinking water. The report is also intended to raise
awareness about the source of drinking water and about the importance of
preventive measures, such as source protection. Last year the
installation’s tap water met all drinking water health standards and the
water system operated without violation. The report describes the water sources, treatment methods, recent
system improvements and discloses any detected contaminants discovered
during routine testing. The full report is available in hardcopy form at the
following locations: Environmental Management Division, building 667:
Housing Division, building 626. It is also available here by clicking View the Annual Water Quality Report.
For more information on the report call the DPW Environmental
Management Division at 938-3224.
Customer
Service: 845-938-4407, DSN 688-4407
Postal address: 667A, Ruger Road, West Point, NY 10996
Announcements Last Updated: 3-Jun-2009