Gahanna City PWS

The sources of municipal water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. Each residence, school and business in the greater Columbus region receives water from one of these three water plants:

Dublin Road Water Plant (DRWP): Serving northwestern and southwestern residents. Water is sourced from Griggs Reservoir and O'Shaughnessy Reservoir.

Hap Cremean Water Plant (HCWP): Serving Ohio State University and northern residents. Water comes from Hoover Reservoir via Big Walnut Creek.

Parsons Avenue Water Plant (PAWP): Serving southeastern residents. Water is sourced from groundwater wells.

Gahanna operates as a "master meter" community, purchasing its water from Columbus. As noted above, Gahanna receives water from Columbus' Hap Cremean Water Plant on Morse Road, which sources from Hoover Reservoir via Big Walnut Creek.

In its ongoing compliance efforts, Columbus Division of Water has completed two Source Water Assessment Programs - one for groundwater and one for surface water, as recommended by Ohio EPA for effective source water protection. Key findings include:

Columbus water system uses surface water from Scioto River and Big Walnut Creek, plus groundwater pumped from sand and gravel deposits of the Scioto River Valley. All sources have relatively high contamination susceptibility. The Parsons Avenue plant groundwater is particularly vulnerable due to minimal protective clay overlying the aquifer. Surface water sources are even more exposed to potential spills.

The water supply protection areas contain numerous potential contaminant sources, particularly around the Dublin Road Water Treatment Plant along the Scioto River. These include commercial activities, stormwater runoff from developing areas, and heavily traveled transportation networks near water bodies. Agricultural runoff remains a concern in both watersheds.

Columbus treats water to meet quality requirements, but no single treatment can address all potential contaminants. The city has implemented proactive measures including stewardship programs and incentives to reduce erosion and agricultural runoff into reservoirs.

More detailed information is available in Columbus' Drinking Water Source Assessment Report by contacting the Columbus Watershed Section at 614-645-1721 or visiting www.columbus.gov/watershed for information on watershed management and land stewardship plans.

Where can I obtain a copy of the City Council agenda or meeting minutes?

City Council agendas are available after 9:00 a.m. on the Friday before a City Council meeting (first and third Monday). Agendas are posted at City Hall and on the City of Dubuque's website. You can view agendas and minutes online through the city portal. Documents can be emailed by registering through the "Notify Me" page or mailed upon request to the City Clerk's Office, 50 W. 13th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001, 563.589.4100. Copies are also available at City Council meetings. Minutes typically appear on the website the Friday following a meeting and are published in the local newspaper within 15 days as required by State Code.

What is the composition of the City Council?

The City Council consists of a Mayor and Council members elected at large, plus one Council member elected from each of Dubuque's four wards. The Mayor and Council members serve four-year staggered terms. The Mayor participates as a Council member and has voting rights on all matters before the council.

How can I learn about employment opportunities in Dubuque?

The AccessDubuqueJobs.com website represents a collaborative effort among Dubuque organizations to promote local employment. Iowa Workforce Development also offers resources. For City of Dubuque employment specifically, visit the city careers page. Additional resources include the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce, Prosperity Eastern Iowa, and the Iowa Department of Economic Development.

When and where does the City Council meet?

The Dubuque City Council meets on the first and third Monday monthly in the Council Chambers on the second floor of the Historic Federal Building at 350 West 6th Street. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. and are broadcast live on CityChannel 8, Dubuque's government access channel on Mediacom. Meetings are also streamed live and archived online. When holidays occur, meetings are held the following Tuesday.