The PLUS Aquifer Parameters Test (APT) analysis conducted by Gerathy & Miller in 1983 reported Sandstone aquifer transmissivity (T) of 119,100 to 298,900 GPD/FT and storativity (S) of 3.0E-4 to 4.7E-4. Recommended values were T = 130,000 GPD/FT and S = 4E-4. [APT Analysis Notes]

A report on the Banyan Village lots (3800 land parcels located in the eastern section of Port Labelle) was revised in order to verify accuracy of the related databases and to determine which lots and parcels are subject to the potable water lines service special assessment. [Banyan Report]

The Hendry County Engineer with assistance from Johnson Engineering has researched the issue and presented a definitive map of the Port LaBelle Utility System service area, as defined in the Feb 11, 2007 interlocal agreement between Hendry County and Glades County. [Service Area Map] [Interlocal Agreement]

The boil water notice previously issued for the Port LaBelle Utility Service area in Hendry County has been lifted. The notice was due to a temporary pump malfunction at the water treatment plant. For further information please call Ron Zimmerly at 863-675-5264. [Lifted Notice Details]

During a research internship in LaBelle, Mihee Lim studied methods for the removal of residual chlorine from PLUS tap water. Mihee has a masters degree in environmental engineering from South Korea. She spent 6 months with Intelligentsia International on various projects. [Abstract] [Internship] [Kid's Flyer] [Public Flyer]

PLUS has been issued a permit from SFWMD for construction of a new well to replace the south well that failed soon after its attempted rehabilitation as part of the new water plant construction project. Tetra Tech secured the permit and will oversee construction of the well.

Port LaBelle Utility System routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws. If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water utility, please contact Roger Greer at (863) 675 5376. [Test Results Table]

Two new Glades County developments are proposed near the PLUS service area - American Prime II and River Grove. In considering the proposals, agencies have raised water service questions for both.
[Glades Request] [Population] [Map] [SWFRPC] [DEP] [SFWMD]

The City of LaBelle Public Works (not the Port LaBelle Utility System) has issued a notice of high levels of trihalomethanes in the drinking water of the city. For more information about the risks and solutions of THMs, see the web site at www.SouthernDataStream.com/thm. [Notice] [Risks and Solutions of THMs]

Port LaBelle Utility System conducts regular checks of tap water for high levels of common metals (copper and lead) that can leach from pipes and solder joints. Results show levels below the regulatory levels for Copper (1.3 mg/L) and Lead (0.015 mg/L). [Lead & Copper Test Results]

Intelligentsia International student trainees Mihee Lim and Chloe Delhomme under the leadership of Dr. Capece created and presented kids with the chlorine removal from tap water flyer on Earth Week in LaBelle on Apr 22-25. Over 800 students participated in the event. [Student Flyer] [Photos] [Album]

Port LaBelle Inn kindly allowed Intelligentsia International student trainees Mihee Lim and Chloe Delhomme the use of Inn facilities for the two-month-long experiments on chlorine removal from tap water. We extend a special thank you to Inn owners Dottie and Richard.

[Photo Gallery]

Recent newspaper articles have drawn attention to the question of central sewers for the undeveloped units of Port LaBelle. Current policies call for central sewer lines once 33% of lots in a unit have houses.
[Letter to Editor] [Current Density Statistics] [Hendry Glades News] [See Page 2, Item 4]

Are you still buying bottled water, because tap water smells and tastes of chlorine? Well, you can easily remove all the chlorine from Port LaBelle tap water either by letting the sun do the work for free or using store-bought filters. Either way, it's money in the bank. [Flyer] [Technical Report]

After 11 years of service on the PLUS Citizen Advisory Board, Harold Reecer has retired from service. Harold was presented with an appreciation plaque from PLUS Director Roger Greer and a congratulatory proclamation from Hendry County Commission Chair Janet Taylor. [Photo Gallery]

A vast array of pharmaceuticals have been found in the drinking water supplies of at least 41 million Americans. However, because the PLUS water comes from deep under ground, it is far less vulnerable to contamination compared to communities that rely on surface waters.
[Associated Press] [NaplesNews]

The PLUS report submitted on Feb 12, by Han Mouthaan, Glades Co. appointee to the PLUS Advisory Board, encompasses the recent completion of 2 major projects: construction of a water treatment plant; & construction of a transmission & service pipe network for Banyan Village. [PLUS Report]

From 1996 to 2006, long-time Citizens Advisory Board member and chairman W. Harold Reecer produced 43 newsletters sent to Port LaBelle lot owners throughout the nation. An archive containing most of these newsletters has been assembled and posted for public information. [Newsletter Archive]

The new water treatment plant delivers top quality drinking water. Compared to the New York City water supply (rated as best in the nation), Port LaBelle is now just as good. Watch for future news from PLUS on how you can remove the excess chlorine taste & save money.
[Test Results] [Compared to NYC] [Results Interpreting] [Hardness]

The PLUS potable water treatment plant generates almost 150,000 gallons/day of concentrate (reject) water from its membrane softening process. The utility is now actively seeking customers for this relatively good water, which contains 125 mg/L chloride and 1300 ppm TDS
[Lab Results] [Pipeline Map]

Port LaBelle water users are among the most efficient in the state. Our avg daily water use is 85 gallons of potable water per person. To deliver this "finished" water the PLUS treatment plant uses 121 gallons of "raw" groundwater. [PalmBeachPost]

South Floridians have a new online tool for learning about ways to save water and help protect our region's most valuable resource. The South Florida Water Management District has launched a comprehensive web site, providing a one-stop-shop for information. [More Info.] [Website]

The Hendry County Planning Office is performing an Evaluation and Assessment Report (EAR)project for its Comprehensive Land Use Plan that will chart a direction for the county and watershed for the coming decades. [Outline Letter]

Hendry County has drafted a 10-year water supply facilities work plan for submission to SFWMD. The report describes current and planned infrastructure.
[Work Plan] [Appendix A. Plan Guide] [B. Water Use Permit] [C. Impact Analysis] [D. Water Restriction Ordinance] [E. PLUS Rate Ordinance] [F. Florida Admin Code] [G. Technical Memoradum] [H. Proposed Utility Zones] [I. Port LaBelle Pop. Model]

Developers and landowners seeking to apply for water service to parcels other than existing single-family residential lots are required to submit an application. Water use demands are to be determined using PLUS standard methods.
[Form] [Consumtion Rates] [Application]

A draft report has been completed forecasting Port LaBelle's population and water use growth. Estimates are that the current 0.9 mgd plant will be sufficient until 2017 and its expansion to 1.8 mgd sufficient through 2027. [Draft Study]

The new Port LaBelle Utility System membrane softening treatment plant started operations on Thursday, July 26, 2007. The old treatment plant will be working alongside the new facility as the utility gradually transitions away from its old lime softening system. [Announcement] [Chloramine vs. Chlorine] [Type of Plants] [Photos]

PLUS plans to undertake an economic analysis of its current rate and fees to determine if they are adequate to cover current and future costs of the utility. Also under consideration (countywide) is a water utility impact fee. [New Water Rates]