Benton, Louisiana
EMERGENCY BOIL ADVISORY
Benton Water Customers who live in Pine Hill Subdivision will be under a temporary Boil Advisory due to a broken water line around Third Street. These are the following street that will be included in the Boil Advisory. North Pine Street, Wright, Washington, Lincoln, Carver, Louis, and Mitchell Streets. Please, boil your water for 1 full minute if you plan to consume the water.
We will notify customers when the boil advisory is over.
PUBLIC NOTICE: CITY OF BOSSIER CITY TO TEMPORARILY CHANGE DRINKING WATER DISINFECTANT FROM CHLORAMINES TO CHLORINE AS A PART OF THE PUBLIC UTILITY DEPARTMENT’S ROUTINE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES STARTING TUESDAY, AUGUST 6th, 2024.
This system-wide chlorine maintenance cycle will begin on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 and it is expected to last between 60 to 90 days.
Bossier City uses chloramines for disinfection of the drinking water. During the aforementioned effort, the disinfection process will be changed from chloramines to chlorine. The routine chlorine maintenance is part of the nitrification control plan. This best management practice is a proactive measure to ensure nitrification is eliminated. Customers may notice open fire hydrants throughout the city during this period as required to flush the water distribution system.
Possible Noticeable Effects: It is important to understand that during this temporary change there may be discoloration or cloudiness in the water and possibly a slight chlorine odor or taste. If this is experienced you may want to run the water through the tap until it clears. Minor pressure fluctuations and small air pockets may also occur.
Is the Water Safe to Drink? Yes, the water is safe to drink throughout this process. Any odor and color issues will be nuisance only, which will subside as the flushing is completed. Customers who use tap water for kidney dialysis should consult their doctor about any necessary changes in their residual disinfectant neutralization procedures. Customers utilizing the water for aquariums should monitor both free and combined chlorine residuals.
During normal business hours residents may call (318) 741-8466 with any questions regarding this effort. After regular business hours, please call (318) 425-4411. The Bossier City Public Utilities Department appreciates your patience and understanding as we continue our efforts to improve water quality
The Town of Benton’s trash service contract with Republic Service will expire on August 1, 2024. The town has received multiple proposals and chose Live Oak Waste, which offered the best price.
Here are some of the upcoming changes that you need to know:
Republic Service will collect their trash cans on Monday, July 29th. Please place your old cans on the street on the night of Sunday, July 28th.
Live Oak will bring your new can on Monday, July 29th (the same day Republic is picking up). Each residential customer will receive ONE can from Live Oak. Customers wishing to have TWO cans must request that by calling Town Hall at 318-965-2781.
Live Oak will begin trash service on Wednesday, August 7th. Live Oak’s regular trash service it will be every Wednesday.
Customers will continue to be billed on their water bills each month. The new monthly charges will be $23.00 for the first can and $10.00 for each additional can.
Customers who have comments or complaints or wish to order a second need to call Benton Town Hall at 318-965-2781. We will be happy to assist you.
NOTE: All household garbage must be bagged and placed in the can. No bags of trash outside of the can will be picked up.
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The Town of Benton will continue the curbside service every Wednesday with a few minor changes.
Here are those changes….
The Town WILL pick-up:
Trees, furniture, items from rental evictions, household garbage, tires, paint,
batteries, and liquids of any kind.
Call Town Hall at 965-2781 and schedule an appliance pickup time.
NOTE: Remember to remove all doors on appliances before placing them curbside.
Approved by Council on July 15, 2024
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Bossier City Drop-Off Station
Bossier City has a Drop-off station at 3223 Old Shed Road, between Tinsley Park and the Recycling Center. Please call ahead if you have questions regarding any items you intend to bring. 318-746-9885 Bossier City.
NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS at the Bossier City Drop-off Station.
(Hazardous materials can be brought to Shreveport Green by appointment only. Please call Shreveport Green to schedule a drop-off at 318-219-1888)
The Town of Benton's water system has adjusted rates on water service, which will be in effect on the July bill. Due to the changing economy, our costs have increased significantly, and we recognize the same impact the economy has had on households. Throughout the rate study process, the town considered every possible way to lessen the impact on customers. We value our customers and work hard to provide the best service at the best rate possible. That is why adjusting the flat rate, not the per thousand-gallon rate, showed the least impact on customers' bills.
If you have any questions, be sure to call us at 318-965-2781
The new rates are as follows:
Inside Residential flat rate is $8.75.
Inside Commercial flat rate is $9.00.
Outside Residential flat rate is $14.50.
Outside Commercial flat rate is $14.75.
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