5/12/14 - Water pressure fluctuations could be an issue this week for residents in two Genoa Township neighborhoods. On Thursday, residents in the Oak Pointe and North Shore neighborhoods could experience changes in their water pressure. The Oak Pointe Elevated Storage Tank is set to be painted next spring, at which time the elevated water tower must be taken offline. The tower provides pressure and storage for residents in those neighborhoods. To prepare for the project, the Genoa Township Utility Department installed a pressure sustaining valve that will be tested this Thursday by taking the tower out of service. To safeguard against high pressure spikes, hydrant relief valves will be placed in several locations to vent water to the surface. Residents could see water coming out of hydrants as a result. Officials say that no compromise of quality or safety will occur during testing, which is expected to be completed between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. (JK)
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