Murky Water, Boil Order Sparks Confusion For Champaign Residents
There was confusion in Champaign Tuesday, as several residents wondered whether or not they were affected by a water boil order.
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There was confusion in Champaign Tuesday, as several residents wondered whether or not they were affected by a water boil order.
A water treatment plant has operated on North Lincoln Avenue in Urbana since the 1880’s --- but no longer. Illinois-American Water took the plant offline in June. And Monday is the day they plan to start dismantling it.
A spokeperson for the water company says the request would amount to an increase of $7.50 on a typical bill. But because of the Illinois Commerce Commission's 11 month review process, it likely wouldn't be approved until January 2017.
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