Halfmoon Water District (Troy)

From 2003 until March 2010, the Halfmoon Consolidated Water District operated a water filtration facility that processed water from the Hudson River. Due to the EPA's Dredging Project and concerns about potential PCB contamination in the water supply, the Town of Halfmoon began purchasing water from the City of Troy on March 26, 2010.

The City of Troy draws its water from the Tomhannock Reservoir, a surface water source located northeast of Troy. Water flows from this reservoir to the Troy Water Treatment Plant (TWTP), a comprehensive treatment facility. To minimize disinfection byproducts (DBPs), TWTP adds potassium permanganate at the reservoir. This strong oxidant treats iron and manganese without producing the DBPs associated with chlorine treatment. Potassium permanganate is applied seasonally from mid-June through September/October, depending on raw water mineral levels.

Additionally, chlorine dioxide is added year-round at Melrose Station to oxidize organic material that would otherwise form DBPs when reacting with chlorine. The Troy treatment process includes coagulation with aluminum sulfate to form larger particles, sedimentation to allow these particles to settle naturally, filtration through sand filters to remove smaller particles, pH adjustment for corrosion control, chlorination to maintain disinfection in the distribution system, and fluoridation at low levels for dental health.

Water from Troy travels through a 24-inch pipe beneath the Hudson River, branching into a 16-inch line in front of the Waterford WTP before continuing north to the Halfmoon Water Treatment Plant. Halfmoon Water District #1, comprising about 7 roads from the Mechanicville/Halfmoon border to Columbus Street and from Pruyn Hill Road to Carver Road, received water from the City of Mechanicville through December 2017.

Our system serves approximately 15,000 residents through 6,503 service connections (including 156 connections in Halfmoon Center #1). The average daily demand is 2.1 million gallons, with total water purchased in 2017 reaching 758,900,257 gallons. Of this, 657,418,375 gallons were delivered to customers, with about 13% classified as non-revenue water due to leaks, main breaks, firefighting, hydrant flushing, meter issues, and unauthorized usage. The average Halfmoon household using 70,500 gallons pays approximately $315.00 annually for water, with tiered rates of $4.55 per 1000 gallons, $6.38 per 1000 gallons from 31,000-50,000 gallons, and $8.50 per 1000 gallons above 50,000 gallons.

1. How can I find assessment facts and property information? Visit the City of Fraser Internet Services website to review tax and assessment information and follow the prompts.
2. How do I contest the assessment of my property? You have the right to appeal your assessed value annually at the March meeting of the Board of Review. After receiving your Assessment Notice in February, schedule an appointment with the Assessing Department by phone, in person, or in writing to present your market value objection. Complete the Petition to Board of Review form and bring it to your appointment, or complete it at the Assessing Department on appointment day.

City Library

1. Can I use my library card at different libraries? Fraser residents may obtain a Fraser Library card, and as part of the Suburban Library Cooperative, your valid card works at any of the 20 member libraries. Clinton-Macomb and Troy public libraries use a different computer system and require your Fraser card with ID for their system entry.
2. Can I return another library's books at Fraser Library? Materials borrowed from any Suburban Library Cooperative library may be returned to any other Cooperative library.
3. Can I check out books with my driver's license? Fraser Public Library allows book checkout with a valid library card or driver's license. However, driver's licenses cannot be used for computer access.
4. Can I use a family member's card? Library cards are non-transferable. Each family member must have their own card.
5. What is a PIN number? The PIN is a four-digit number selected when applying for your library card. It's used with your card number to place holds, access your account, renew materials, etc.

Fraser Activity Center

1. What is the age requirement for recreation programs? Ages are determined as of December 31.
2. Do Fraser School District residents qualify for resident rates on children's programs? No. Resident rates apply only to addresses within Fraser city limits. Anyone outside Fraser is considered a non-resident.
3. Do I need to be a Senior Center member to join activities? You may try a program once without membership, but after that, membership is required. Lifetime membership costs $25 for Fraser residents and $35 for non-residents, including a name badge.

Jury Information

1. What time should jurors arrive? Jurors must arrive by 8:00 am at: 29733 Gratiot Ave. Roseville, MI 48066
2. How long does jury duty last? Jury duty is one day or one trial, whichever is longer. Most trials conclude the same day, though occasionally multiple days of service are required.
3. Are electronic devices allowed? You may bring cell phones, laptop computers, radios with headphones, or other quiet diversions. All mobile devices must be turned off before entering the courtroom.