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PUBLIC NOTICE
Semi-Annual Fire Hydrant Flushing Begins September 28
The City of Paris Water & Sewer Department will begin its semi-annual fire hydrant flushing program on Monday, September 28. This flushing program is conducted as part of the City’s required maintenance of the public water distribution system.
FLUSHING SCHEDULE
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday nights
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Beginning Monday, September 28
Expected duration: approximately 3 weeks
Flushing is scheduled during the evening hours to reduce the impact on normal residential water usage as much as possible. During flushing, large volumes of water are moved through the water mains and discharged through fire hydrants. Residents may temporarily experience discolored or cloudy water during and shortly after flushing. We encourage residents to limit water usage during the flushing hours whenever possible, particularly activities such as doing laundry where temporary discoloration could cause problems.
Crews will begin on the east side of Paris near the City’s pump station and systematically work through the distribution system, pulling fresh water outward from our water source. The general progression will be:
East Side → Central Paris → Northeast → Northwest → Southeast → Southwest → Areas south of Jasper Street
Because of the large volume and force of water discharged from hydrants, some erosion or disturbance of grass, soil, gravel, or nearby areas can occasionally occur. Crews will make every reasonable effort to minimize this. If you notice an area that needs restoration as a result of hydrant flushing, please contact us the next working day, and City crews will make the necessary restoration as soon as possible.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation while we perform this important maintenance of our water distribution system, and we apologize for any temporary inconvenience.
Questions or concerns:
Steven Kemper
City of Paris Water & Sewer Maintenance
217-251-2920
All About Paris
Paris is a town in Paris Township, Edgar County, Illinois, 165 miles (266 km) south of Chicago and 90 miles (140 km) west of Indianapolis.
Upcoming Events in Paris
Celebrate Christmas in Paris, fun for the whole family, with a parade, Santa meets and lots of activities.
With even more displays added throughout Twin Lakes Park, Holiday in the Park is a must see!
Join in on all of the events happening in Paris on September 25 – 27.Â
The Edgar County Fair Association presents this year’s Fair at the Edgar County Fairgrounds.
Bring your lawn chairs and come out to the Spicer Pavilion in West Lake Park for an evening of music.
Join us for two days of fun at Twin Lakes Park including food, games, contests, and of course fireworks!
Job Openings
FIREFIGHTER ELIGIBILITY LIST
The Board of Fire and Police Commission for the City of Paris is updating its eligibility list for firefighters for the Paris Fire Department. Candidates interested in a fire services career should complete the application packet, or they are available at City Hall, 206 South Central Avenue, Paris, Illinois. Out-of-state residents are welcome to apply.
LAW ENFORCEMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners ‘for the City of Paris is testing for the establishment of an eligibility list for law enforcement officers for the Paris Police Department. Candidates interested in a law enforcement career should complete the application packet, or they are available at City Hall, 206 South Central Avenue, Paris, Illinois. Out-of-state residents are welcome to apply.
