WAVERLY WATER EMERGENCY
Update Tuesday, February 20, 2024: The Mayor has declared the Water Emergency has ended. We encourage residents to continue water-saving measures. More information will be shared as it is available.
The Mayor's Statement from Waverly NE Information Group Facebook Page on February 20,2024 at 2:29pm:
I am cancelling the Waverly water emergency declaration at this time.
I hope everyone continues to practice water conservation.
For your general information, Waverly has 8 physical well locations, numbering 4,5,6,7,8,9,10, and 11. Well 7 has been out-of-service for around 2 years and is presently being re-drilled. Well 5 was taken out-of-service last month for inspection, screen cleaning and maintenance, and is working again. Well 6 was taken out-of-service this month and is going through the same process as well 5 did. After well 6 is back on-line, wells 4, 9, and 11 will receive the same care.
With everyone's help in water conservation measures and good reports from the well maintenance process, a water watch, warning, or emergency may not be required later this year.
I am however, encouraging the City Council to consider mandatory conservation measures of (1) sprinkling of lawns 3 days per week and (2) no sprinkling of lawns between the hours of 10am and 4p. This just makes sense to me based upon my analysis of all current conditions. This is also a common practice of many communities.
Waverly is continuing to explore other water sources for now and future expansion of commercial and resident growth.
- Bill Gerdes, Mayor of Waverly, Nebraska
THE CITY OF WAVERLY IS CURRENTLY IN A WATER EMERGENCY. WATERING OUTSIDE OF WATERING SCHEDULE WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION OF WATER SERVICES WITH RECONNECTION FEES. PLEASE READ BELOW.
Click HERE to read the Water Emergency UPDATE 2/2/24
Water Conservation - Letter to Residents 8/1/23
Water Bill higher than normal?
Click HERE to read our Water Leak Checklist.
The Mayor has issued a Water Emergency and pleads for all users of our City's water to conserve IMMEDIATELY.
The aquifer that supplies water to the city wells has been impacted by the worst drought in recorded history since 1936, caused by the nearly 3 feet precipitation we are short on compared to normal years. Water levels are dropping, and it is imperative all water consumers in the City practice water-saving measures. PLEASE HELP CONSERVE WATER.
*Please read the entire article. Helpful links below!*
Effective Saturday August 5, outdoor watering is limited to ONE day per week
NO watering between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
· Addresses ending in EVEN numbers (0, 2, 4, 6, 8) - Saturday.
· Addresses ending in ODD numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) - Sunday.
· NO watering allowed Monday through Friday.
Violations to the Watering Schedule
Violations to the watering schedule will be monitored and enforced according to Section 51.37 of the Waverly Municipal Code. (Scroll to the bottom to read the entire ordinance.)
In the event of a violation to the outdoor watering schedule:
1. A written notice shall be affixed to the property. (Warning.)
2. 1st Violation: The City may terminate service and a $50 fee shall be assessed for the reconnection.
3. 2nd Violation: The City may terminate service and a $200 fee shall be assessed for the reconnection.
4. 3rd Violation and up: The City may terminate service and a $300 fee shall be assessed for the reconnection.
The Water Emergency will be in effect until the Mayor announces it has ended.
Water Conservation Links
City of Waverly Official Documents and Information from City Council Meetings:
(You can also view all document from City Council Meetings HERE)
Mayor's Declaration Water Emergency
Waverly Municipal Code - Title V: Public Works
6/27/23 City Council Meeting presentation given by Tracey Whyman, Publc Works Director
6/27/23 City Council Meeting presentation given by Stephanie Fisher, City Administrator
7/11/23 City Council Meeting presentation given by Dave Miesbach, NDEE Groundwater Section Supervisor/Well Water Standards
7/11/23 City Council Meeting update given by Tracey Whyman, Public Works Director
7/25/23 City Council Meeting update given by Tracey Whyman, Public Works Director
8/8/23 City Council Meeting update given by Tracey Whyman, Public Works Director
8/22/23 City Council Meeting update/presentation given by Tracey Whyman, Public Works Director
9/12/23 Update from Tracey Whyman, Public Works Director
10/24/23 Update from Tracey Whyman, Public Works Director
WAVERLY WATER DISTRIBUTION STUDY
The purpose of this report is to review and identify potential system deficiencies and water quality issues for the City of Waverly’s water supply and distribution systems. This report summarizes the present water system and forecasts future growth and its anticipated impact on the water system. By evaluating these conditions, the existing distribution system can be evaluated to determine how it performs under present and future conditions. The evaluation allows suggestions for recommended improvements and related financial planning. (Olsson, 2023.)
WAVERLY HYDROGEOLOGICAL STUDY
Waverly has experienced recent water level declines in their municipal wellfield. With the expected increase in demand as the city’s population expands, Waverly is looking to ensure that it can provide adequate water supply from its municipal wells to meet the projected water demand as well as mitigate any negative impacts that a lowering water table may have on the municipal water supply. It is the Olsson team’s opinion that there are actions Waverly can take to maintain the water supply. (Olsson, 2023.)
US Drought Monitor
HOW TO READ YOUR WATER METER - YouTube video
UNL Lawn Watering Guide
Save Our Water
Tips & Tricks : Links Showing How to Conserve Water:
25 Ways to Save Water - Volusia County, FL
Tips for Conserving Water - Connecticut Dept. of Energy & Environ. Protection
Water Conservation Tips - Pender County Utilities
Start Saving - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Conservation Tips - California Dept. of Water Resources