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Dept of Public Works
201 Conger Blvd.
Groton, N.Y. 13073
Phone (607)898-3345
Fax: (607)-898-3029
Hours 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
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Director of Public Works
Ken Thompson
DPW Supervisor
Jack Conger
WWTP Operator
Alan Morehouse
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NYSEG (Natural Gas)
Customer Service 1-800-527-1111
Emergency 1-800-527-1121
Dig Safely 1-800-962-7962
Before you dig, so water and sewer lines can be marked, call NYSEG.
It's the homeowner's responsibility to call.
Hydrant flushing is done in the spring and fall. It may cause the water to be discolored, just let the cold water run a few minutes and it should clear up.
Check the water before washing clothes. Discolored water will stain your laundry.
It is safe for other purposes.
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The Village of Groton Department of Public Works has the responsibility for all Village property except that owned by the Electric Dept.
The Department of Public Works maintains almost 11 miles of roadway within the Village. Each year, the Department attempts to pave certain streets, much dependent on the wear and tear of the street and the last time resurfacing was performed. The Department also maintains the storm drainage system.
During the winter, the Village plows and cinders the streets as needed. The emphasis is placed on the hills on Elm St., West Cortland St., and Clark St., with the side streets to follow. No parking is allowed on Village streets from 2 am to 6 am from Nov. 1 to March 31 each year, which helps in the snow removal effort. We ask our residents not to plow, shovel, or snowblow snow back into the streets. It is illegal under the State Vehicle and Traffic Law and it can create a hazardous condition.
The Municipal Water System provides 750 customers with almost 300,000 gallons of water each day. The Village has two sources of supply, wells on Conger Blvd. and the Morton Works (an underground piping system on Old Stage Road). The water is treated by adding chlorine at the plant that is located behind St. Anthony's cemetery on Clark Street. The Village also maintains two storage tanks, one on Clark St. and one on upper Elm St. This allows the system to run by gravity feed. The Village has the responsibility for water services to the curb box. From the curb box to the building, it is the property owner's responsibility. Water rates are $3.10 per 100 cubic feet (748 gallons). Rates are double for customers outside of the Village. The Village Water Utility has been in existence since the 1880's.
The Village Sewer System was established in 1963. The Village Wastewater Treatment Plant is located on Cayuga St., next to the Owasco Inlet. Initially only primary treatment was provided. In 1976, secondary treatment was added. Rates for sewer are $1.80 per 100 cubic feet, based on water consumption. The treatment plant operates under a permit by the Department of Environmental Conservation.
Public Works also has the responsibility for maintaining Village park land. In addition to Memorial Park on Sykes St., the Village has the responsibility for the mini-park on Conger Blvd. and the Graves Memorial on Main St. The Village also mows certain roadsides and the water works property.
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