Marietta City PWS

Marietta's water supply comes from seven manufacturing wells situated in a sand and gravel aquifer. Surrounding areas are protected within boundaries approved by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to alert the public about lands that could potentially introduce contaminants to our water supply through improper chemical use or accidental spills.

These protected zones are clearly marked with signs that include emergency contact information. In 2015, the Ohio EPA updated and approved Marietta's Source Water Protection Plan, classifying our water source as having a HIGH susceptibility to contamination due to several factors:

• Shallow aquifer depth (less than 30 feet below ground)
• Thin protective soil layer above the aquifer
• Previous detection of organic contaminants like PCE
• Presence of significant potential contamination sources in the protection area

Current water quality management includes monthly monitoring of tetrachloroethylene (PCE), continuous pumping and aeration of interceptor wells to remove contaminants, hourly testing, and implementation of Tier 1 water sampling to gather data on source water chemistry. The city also issues boil advisories after water main breaks, conducts hydrant flushing to remove mineral deposits, and replaces lead service lines with plastic pipes during repairs.

Recent infrastructure improvements include main replacements on Greene Street and Colegate Drive (2015), Hadley Lane and Sherry Drive (2016), and major tank maintenance projects including the 676 and Harmar Water Tanks receiving new coating systems and substantial repairs to the 2 M.G. Plant Storage Tank in 2017.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Childcare Program

1. Who supervises my child? Our OKC Program Supervisor holds a bachelor's degree in child development, education or related field and is KDHE-certified as a program director. All support staff meet KDHE requirements, with lead counselors being high school graduates at least 18 years old. We maintain a 1:15 staff-to-child ratio but aim for 1:12 whenever possible.
2. Are there specific drop-off and pick-up times? OKC operates from 7 AM to 6 PM. You may drop off and pick up your child anytime during operational hours. Please be aware of our daily schedule to know our location. For field trips, departure times are firm and we cannot wait for late arrivals. All children must be picked up by 6 PM to avoid late fees ($1 per minute).
3. What are the check-in/check-out procedures? Each morning, an adult must sign in the participant on the check-in sheet. For pick-up, children must be signed out by an authorized adult who presents photo ID and is listed on the child's authorization forms.
4. Does my child need to bring lunch? Yes, a daily sack lunch is required. No refrigeration is available.
5. Are there additional fees beyond enrollment and daily rates? No. We cover swimming fees, field trip costs, and other standard activities. Sometimes trips allow children to bring optional money for concessions or extra activities, but staff will not handle children's money.
6. Can my child walk or bike to and from OKC? No, all participants must be signed in and out by an authorized adult.
7. What activities are offered? Beyond field trips, we provide arts & crafts, science experiments, nature activities, games, sports, cooking, community awareness projects, and playground time.
8. What is the inclement weather policy? During extreme heat, storms, or other adverse weather conditions, trips may be modified or canceled as needed for safety.
9. How are children transported to field trips? Transportation is provided via City buses, leased school buses, or chartered buses from professional companies.
10. How is swimming handled? All participants wear wristbands identifying them as OKC members. Children undergo swim tests to determine their skill level. Non-swimmers receive neon wristbands and are restricted to shallow areas. Life jackets are available, and all pool rules are strictly enforced.