Source: www.pinellascounty.org/utilities
CONTACT INFORMATION:
14 South Fort Harrison Avenue
Clearwater, Fl 33756
Customer Service (727) 464-4000
E-mail: custsrv@pinellascounty.org

Exciting New Location for Old Electronics
Pinellas County Household Electronics and Chemical Collection Center (HEC3)
Pinellas County residents can now enjoy a sparkling new Household Electronics and Chemical Collection Center (HEC3) which has replaced the outdated, open air facility. With the growth in volume from 25,000 pounds in 1992 to last year’s almost 2.5 million pounds, the capacity of the old facility was overwhelmed. The new center has more storage and is easier for residents to navigate.
Posted 11/19/09

Pinellas County Utilities to Conduct Water System Maintenance
The method of water treatment utilized by Pinellas County Utilities and its wholesale customers will be temporarily modified from July 29, 2009, through September 11, 2009, resulting in a switch from chloramine to chlorine disinfection. This annual maintenance program typically begins at the end of August, but it has become difficult to maintain consistent water quality due to the unusually warm weather along with the reduction in potable water use. For more information, please seet Water System Maintenance Program FAQs.
Posted 7/23/09

New Recycling Drop-Off Center in East Lake
Recycling just got easier for Palm Harbor residents with the opening of a new recycling center at the East Lake Community Library. The new East Lake Recycling Drop-Off Center is located in the parking lot of the East Lake Community Library, 4125 East Lake Rd., Palm Harbor. Residents can drop off recyclables at the center 24 hours/7 days a week (no charge).
Posted 7/16/09

Seasonal Reclaimed Water Restrictions End
In accordance with Pinellas County Code 82-3, the seasonal three days a week, mandatory reclaimed water restrictions for Pinellas County Utilities customers ended effective June 30, 2009. The County will continue to monitor reclaimed water storage levels, customer usage and rainfall amounts to determine if mandatory restrictions or additional zone control measures should be implemented to manage supplies.
Posted 7/1/09

Calling All Phone Books - It's Time to Recycle
Summertime is phone book time! Thousands of phone books will be delivered to Pinellas County residents’ doorsteps. Please recycle your old phone books instead of trashing them.
Posted 6/12/09

New Hours of Operation for Utilities Customer Service Call Center
The Pinellas County Utilities Customer Service Call Center is changing its hours of operation in order to maximize response to customer calls during peak call times. Beginning Wednesday, July 1, Customer Service call center hours of operation will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Posted 6/1/09

Low Reclaimed Water Pressure in Tierra Verde
Reclaimed water users in Tierra Verde can expect low reclaimed water pressure through the end of the first week in May. The low pressure issues are the result of pump failures in the area. Utilities crews are working to correct the problem.
Posted 5/1/09

Utilities Unveils New Web Feature
Watering Restriction Links for Pinellas Cities
Pinellas County Utilities has developed a new Web link making it easier to access watering restriction information for residents of individual cities and municipalities. The watering restrictions Web site can be accessed by visiting: www.pinellascounty.org/conserve (and click on the watering restrictions link on the right)
Posted 4/22/09

New North County Utilities “Payment Drop Box”
A new Pinellas County Utilities payment drop box is being installed at 29582 U.S. Highway 19 North in Clearwater for the convenience of north county customers. The drop box will be in service beginning Monday, May 4, 2009 and is in response to customer requests for a convenient payment option following the 2007 closing of the branch office on Tampa Road in Palm Harbor.
Posted 4/17/09

Reclaimed Water Use Tightened
Ordinance Limits Watering During Dry Season
Due to prolonged drought conditions, reclaimed water use rules have been tightened. An ordinance passed by the County Commission on March 17, 2009, limits the use of reclaimed water service by retail customers to three days a week.
Posted 3/18/09

Learn How to Play Again with Dr. Drew! Interactive Workshop for Pre-School Teachers
Play experiences are at the heart of early childhood education. The Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County, Inc. and the Pinellas Early Childhood Association invite preschool teachers to attend a half-day, interactive workshop on using recyclable/reusable materials in free play techniques for the classroom.
Posted 3/6/09

County Seeks Public Input on Budget Reductions
Three public budget meetings are scheduled in March
The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners plans to cut 20 percent from its overall general fund for the next fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1. This is necessary to meet the current challenges resulting from the national economic downturn and to plan for the continuation of reduced revenues in the county.
Posted 2/25/09

Leadership through Conservation
Pinellas County’s Per Capita Rate Improves
Pinellas County Utilities residential water customers averaged 88 gallons per person per day in 2007-2008. This represents a one-gallon reduction from the previous two years. Through continued dedication to conservation programs and principles, the per capita water use rate has been reduced by more than 40 percent over the past 19 years.
Posted 1/22/09

Utilities Customer Service Hours Expanded
Holiday Rush Prompts Temporary Extension
Pinellas County Utilities Customer Service will extend its hours to help customers during the rush of the holiday season. Customer Service representatives will be available to respond to customer calls from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on January 7-9, and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10. Extended hours will continue Monday, January 12 through Friday, January 16, with staff available to respond to customer calls from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Posted 12/31/08

Pinellas County Utilities Recognized for Excellence
Pinellas County Utilities is the proud recipient of the 2008 Distribution System Award from the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA). This is awarded to utilities that meet specific operational criteria with a high level of integrity.
Posted 12/11/08

North County Reclaimed Water Main to be Repaired
Reclaimed Service will be Disrupted
Repairs to a 36-inch reclaimed water main will begin on Monday, December 1, 2008 resulting in a service interruption to north county reclaimed water customers. The necessary outage will affect almost 5,000 reclaimed customers for a period of eight days.
Posted 11/26/08

Water Conservation: A Florida Lifestyle
Despite Rain, Drought Conditions Linger
Despite being at the height of the 2008 hurricane season, the Tampa Bay region has not seen the typical benefits of the rainy season. Regional rainfall was below normal for the month of August and is five to six inches below normal for the month of September.
Posted 9/18/08

Pinellas County Utilities to Conduct System Maintenance Chlorination
The method of water treatment utilized by Pinellas County Utilities and its wholesale customers will be temporarily modified from August 25, 2008 through October 3, 2008, resulting in a switch from chloramine to chlorine disinfection. This short-term change is a routine maintenance measure designed to optimize water quality.
Posted 8/20/08

Preparing for the Storm
Minimizing Debris
Pinellas County Utilities reminds residents to minimize damage to their home’s exterior by making sure all loose items are secured or removed. This includes branches, trash cans, outdoor furniture, lawn ornaments, toys and any other items that could become airborne.
Posted 8/18/08

Preparing for the Storm
Water and Sewer Services
In preparation for a storm, Pinellas County Utilities recommends that customers store at least a one week supply of water for each household member (one gallon per person per day). In the event that electricity goes out as a result of the storm, wastewater lift stations may also be without power. If this happens, customers will be advised to minimize water use for washing, showering or toilet flushing until power is restored.
Posted 8/18/08

Utilities Adjusting Billing Periods
Re-alignment Returns Meter Reading Schedule to Normal
Customer bills issued during July and August 2008 reflect a longer than normal billing period. The adjustment will synchronize the billing periods that shifted due to upgrades to the customer service computer system that were performed during the March/April 2008 period.
Posted 8/9/08

Water Use Affecting North County Reclaimed Water Supply Conservation Critical to Avoid Zone Control
Pinellas County Utilities officials are requesting north county reclaimed water customers to limit irrigation. If reclaimed water use is not immediately and substantially reduced, it will be necessary to implement zone control for north county customers.
Posted 6/6/08

Urgent Reclaimed Water Reduction Needed Drought Conditions Critically Affecting South County Supply
Pinellas County Utilities officials are urgently requesting an immediate reduction in reclaimed water usage in south Pinellas County. Demand on the system has reached a critical stage with usage equaling or exceeding production.
Posted 6/6/08

Calling All Phone Books: Please Recycle Old Phone Books
The new phone books are coming! Pinellas County Utilities is encouraging all residents to recycle their old phone books instead of trashing them.
Posted 6/6/08

Utilities Call Center & Cashier’s Office Hours Expanded To Handle Temporary Call Volume
Pinellas County Utilities Customer Service continues to receive a high volume of customer call activity and lengthy customer wait times. Therefore, Pinellas County Utilities Customer Services Call Center has temporarily extended its hours of operation. Through Friday, May 16th, Customer Service representatives will be available to respond to customer calls from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Updated 5/9/08

Proper Disposal of Medicines Urged
Pinellas County Utilities reminds customers that proper disposal of medicines can help alleviate the issue of trace amounts of pharmaceuticals that have been detected in some drinking water systems around the country. Although Pinellas County Utilities routinely tests for microbiological and radiological contaminants, inorganic contaminants such as arsenic, and other substances, customers can help reduce the level of pharmaceutical waste being introduced into wastewater systems with a few simple steps. Drugs should NOT be poured down a sink or flushed in the toilet.
Posted 3/11/08

PCU Customer Services Office Closes for Computer System Upgrades
On Monday, February 25, 2008, the Pinellas County Utilities’ customer services walk-in office and telephone center, located in downtown Clearwater, will be closed for business. Customers may leave utilities bill payments at the drop box located in the parking lot just south of the Utilities Building at 14 S. Fort Harrison Avenue. All credit card services will be suspended beginning at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 22 and will resume on Tuesday, February 26.
Posted 2/21/08

Wednesday, February 13th: EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day
The next EnviroBusiness hazardous waste collection day is scheduled for Wednesday, February 13th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Posted 1/30/08

Night Work Notification
On January 2, 2008 nighttime construction work will begin on the Reclaimed Water Distribution Main connection in the intersection of Tampa Road and Belcher Road in Palm Harbor. Work is scheduled each night of January 2, 3, and 4, 2008, beginning at 6 p.m. and ending 6 a.m.
Posted 12/27/07

Pinellas County Utilities: Hazardous Waste Collection Events for Businesses: Quarterly Events Increase to Monthly in 2008!
Good news! Businesses asked Pinellas County Utilities to offer more hazardous waste collection days, so Solid Waste Operations increased the number of days from every quarter to every month. That’s a yearly increase from four to twelve EnviroBusiness hazardous waste collection events.
Posted 12/3/07

New Reclaimed Water Source for Utilities System
Water to be Purchased from City of Clearwater
On Tuesday, December 4, 2007, Pinellas County Utilities will begin adding reclaimed water purchased from the City of Clearwater into its system.  This additional reclaimed water is expected to resolve some of the supply issues that have occurred in past years. 
Posted 11/30/07

Force Mains to be Replaced in Belleair Beach
Beginning Monday, December 3, 2007, Pinellas County Utilities will begin work to replace the aged sanitary sewer force mains in two Belleair Beach pumps stations (#96 & #97).
Posted 11/30/07

Pinellas County Utilities Customers Urged to Conserve Water
Essential Water Use Only During 84-inch Pipeline Shutdown
Tampa Bay Water’s 84-inch pipeline, which supplies water to Pinellas County Utilities, is scheduled to be shut down beginning November 27 to install a new pipeline connection. Pinellas County Utilities customers are urged to curb all non-essential water use during the shutdown period, from November 27 – December 2, 2007 and voluntarily shut off their irrigation systems during that week.
Posted 11/19/07

Gulf Blvd. Construction Project Begins Thursday
A three-mile construction project on SR 699 (Gulf Boulevard) between Park Boulevard and Walsingham Road will begin on Thursday, November 15, 2007. The project, within the Town of Indian Shores and the City of Indian Rocks Beach, will include installation of a 16-inch reclaimed water transmission main, reclaimed water distribution lines, potable water and sanitary sewer upgrades, and other enhancements. The end result will be a modern two lane roadway with bike and walking paths on both sides of the roadway.
Posted 11/14/07

PCU Branch Offices to Close Permanently
As of December 1, 2007, Pinellas County Utilities’ customer service branch offices located in Palm Harbor and Seminole will be closed for business permanently. Customers can still visit the main office at 14 S. Fort Harrison Ave. in Clearwater. Contact Pinellas County Utilities at 727-464-4000 for quick and easy bill payment options.
Posted 10/23/07

Urgent News for North County Reclaimed Customers
Reduced Reclaimed Water Availability
Changes Begin October 24
To reduce the risk of running out of reclaimed water, action is being taken to reduce daily system demands. Beginning Wednesday, October 24, north County reclaimed water customers will have reclaimed water available three days per week for irrigation. Customers south of Alderman Road and west of US 19 North will have reclaimed water available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 12:00 a.m. until midnight. Customers in all other north County service areas will have reclaimed water available on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, also in 24-hour intervals beginning at 12:00 a.m. On Mondays, the reclaimed water system will be down for maintenance and pond recovery. This action affects over 2,600 County Utilities reclaimed water customers.
Posted 10/22/07

Reclaimed Water Conservation Urgently Needed
North County Pond Level Critically Low
To alleviate the risk of running out of reclaimed water, North County reclaimed water customers are urged to initiate conservation measures immediately. Below average rainfall in the area has continued to stress the available supply of reclaimed water. If the current drought conditions continue, officials will have to implement zone control in order for the system to recover. This will result in three days per week reclaimed water availability to customers.
Posted 10/19/07

Pinellas County Utilities Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Businesses
The next quarterly EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Wednesday, November 14, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Once each quarter, Pinellas County hosts an EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day. The quarterly collection offers businesses an inexpensive and convenient way to properly dispose of unwanted hazardous electronics and chemical waste. About ninety percent of all the electronic equipment brought in is either reused or recycled.
Posted 10/09/07

Measuring Garbage, One Truckload at a Time
For two weeks (September 10 – 21, 2007), garbage trucks dumped their loads near a tented work station at Solid Waste Operations where workers sorted through the sometimes putrid mix with gloves and a brave demeanor. "Out of sight, out of mind" is the general attitude toward garbage, but this crew of "garbologists" was on a mission. They separated each load into more than 20 categories, weighed the materials, determined the origin of each truck, and noted any unique characteristics of the contents. It’s not pretty, but this is how a scientific waste composition study is conducted.
Posted 09/20/07

North County Reclaimed Water System Restrictions Lifted
As of September 4, 2007, the North County reclaimed water system will be active and available six days per week, Tuesday through Sunday. The reclaimed water system will continue to be off all day Monday (midnight Sunday to midnight Monday.)
Posted 09/14/07

South County Reclaimed Water System Restrictions Lifted
The South County reclaimed water system has returned to normal operation. No longer operating under demand management, all restrictions have been lifted. The system has stabilized, with demand no longer exceeding production.
Posted 09/14/07

Pinellas County Utilities to Conduct System Maintenance Chlorination
The method of water treatment utilized by Pinellas County Utilities and its wholesale customers will be temporarily modified from September 10, 2007 through October 12, 2007, resulting in a switch from chloramine to chlorine disinfection. This short-term change is a routine maintenance measure designed to optimize water quality in the water delivery system. Those impacted by this maintenance program include Pinellas County Utilities customers as well as customers in the cities of Clearwater, Pinellas Park, Safety Harbor, Tarpon Springs and Oldsmar.
Water System Maintenance Program FAQs
Posted 09/6/07

Chlorine Leak Contained at South Cross Bayou Water Reclamation Facility
A chlorine tank delivered to the South Cross Bayou Water Reclamation Facility experienced a minor leak Friday night, August 24. Emergency Services and HAZMAT were called to the scene. No injuries occurred as a result of this minute leak.
Posted 08/27/07

Repairs Completed Following Water Main Break in Seminole
Seminole, Fla—Repairs were completed by midnight Friday night on the water main and roadway at Seminole Boulevard from Park Boulevard to Johnson Boulevard (7600 block) in Seminole. A boil water alert was not issued for residents since only two business addresses were affected.
Posted 08/27/07

Water Main Break Causes Lane Closures in Seminole
Intersection Closed for Repairs
Seminole, Fla—A water main break has resulted in north and southbound lane closures of Seminole Boulevard from Park Boulevard to Johnson Boulevard (7600 block) in Seminole. The road will need to be closed until further notice due to deteriorating roadway surface caused by a leaking six inch potable water main. Pinellas County Utilities’ General Maintenance Department crews are onsite and accessing the situation. Traffic control is in place along with safety crews, and the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office has been notified.
Posted 08/24/07

Pinellas County Utilities Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Businesses
The next quarterly EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Wednesday, August 8, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Once each quarter, Pinellas County hosts an EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day. The quarterly collection offers businesses an inexpensive and convenient way to properly dispose of unwanted hazardous electronics and chemical waste. About ninety percent of all the electronic equipment brought in is either reused or recycled.
Posted 07/09/07

Sewer Main Break Causes Lane Closures in Seminole
Traffic Redirected for Repairs
Pinellas County, Fla—A sewer main break has resulted in lane closures on 113th Street just south of Park Boulevard in Seminole. While repairs are underway, traffic is being reduced to one northbound lane until mid morning on Wednesday, June 13. Traffic will then be redirected with two-way traffic moving in the southbound lane only.
Posted 06/12/07

Reclaimed Water Restrictions Still in Effect
Pinellas County, Fla – The South County reclaimed water system continues to operate on a restricted basis to allow extended periods of recovery time to meet increased demand. The system is operating normally prior to 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. The restrictions will last until the system stabilizes.
Posted 06/11/07

Wastewater Spill in Belleair Beach
Belleair Beach, Fla— The rupture of a 6-inch force main on Hibiscus Drive West, near Howard Drive, today (May 31, 2007) resulted in a wastewater spill. The spill is estimated to be less than 500 gallons. With the rupture occurring during normal line-cleaning maintenance, the spilled wastewater is in a diluted state. Utilities crews have contained the spill and are working to repair the line. The line should be returned to normal service by 5 p.m. this evening. Water Quality is currently taking samples to determine the impact on area storm drainage canals and the Intracoastal Waterway. Traffic should not be affected.
Posted 06/01/07

Pinellas County Utilities Issues Consumer Alert
Complaints Target Water Treatment Companies
Beware of any company using scare tactics and misrepresentation to sell a product. Customer complaints indicate at least one local water treatment company is claiming to represent Pinellas County Utilities to gain entrance to homes, and inspect inside faucets or hot water heaters. The intention is to sell the homeowner an expensive water treatment system.
Posted 05/30/07

Urgent Reclaimed Restrictions Initiated
Reclaimed water system unavailable
Pinellas County, Fla—Effective Friday, May 25, 2007, at 8:45 a.m., reclaimed water to South County customers will no longer be available. Continued high reclaimed water usage in South County has placed demands on the system that can no longer be sustained. The shutdown began earlier than expected due to overwhelming demand. The restrictions will last until the system stabilizes. Depending on water levels, the system is planned to continue normal operation prior to 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m.
Posted 05/25/07

Urgent Reclaimed Water Reduction Needed
South County Experiencing Critically High Demand
Pinellas County, Fla—Pinellas County Utilities officials are urgently requesting an immediate voluntary reduction in reclaimed water usage in south Pinellas County. Demand on the system has reached a critical stage with outflows equaling or exceeding production.
Posted 05/23/07

Urgent Reclaimed Water Reduction Needed
South County Experiencing Critically High Demand
Pinellas County, Fla—Pinellas County Utilities officials are urgently requesting an immediate voluntary reduction in reclaimed water usage in south Pinellas County. Demand on the system has reached a critical stage with outflows equaling or exceeding production.
Posted 05/23/07

Calling All Phone Books
Please Recycle Old Phone Books
New phone books will be appearing on your doorstep soon! What will you do with your old books? Pinellas County Utilities is encouraging all residents to recycle their old phone books instead of trashing them.
Posted 05/21/07

Update
Testing Continues in Largo
Largo, Fla—The follow-up round of sampling today (Saturday, May 19, 2007) returned with three of the four samples testing safe in the area affected by the Wednesday’s wastewater spill. The three passing samples were taken from the Intercoastal waterway. The lone sample with elevated levels of fecal coliform was taken from stormwater retention.
Posted 05/21/07

Update
Testing Continues in Largo
Largo, Fla— Water testing will continue over the weekend in the area affected by the wastewater spill on Wednesday, May 16, 2007. The first round of sampling returned with two of the four samples showing elevated levels of fecal coliform bacteria. Repeat testing is required to determine whether this is spill-related or due to typical background levels of the location.
Posted 05/18/07

Wastewater Spill Contained, Line Repaired
Largo, Fla— Traffic patterns affected by the rupture of a 12-inch force main at 12294 Indian Rocks Rd. and also at the intersection of 122nd Avenue North and 144th Lane last night (May 16, 2007) have been returned to normal as of 2 p.m. today. Utilities crews contained both spills and the line was repaired and returned to normal service by 6 a.m. this morning.
Posted 05/18/07

Wastewater Spill Contained, Line Repaired
Largo, Fla— The rupture of a 12-inch force main at 12294 Indian Rocks Rd. and also at the intersection of 122nd Avenue North and 144th Lane last night (May 16, 2007) resulted in a wastewater spill affecting parts of the roadway in the surrounding areas. Utilities crews have contained both spills and the line was repaired and returned to normal service by 6 a.m. this morning (May 17, 2007).
Posted 05/17/07

South County Reclaimed Water Experiencing High Demand
Voluntary Reduction Requested
Demand for reclaimed water by south Pinellas County reclaimed water customers is at an all time high and has reached a critical stage. Officials are urgently requesting that south county customers implement a voluntary reduction in usage effective immediately. The continued drought conditions have placed an unprecedented strain on the reclaimed water system and demand is now exceeding production. The affected areas include all the Gulf Beaches from Tierra Verde to Sand Key; 78th Avenue North to 66th Avenue North between 113th Street North and Boca Ciega Bay; Park Boulevard to 54th Avenue North between Cross Bayou and 66th Street North; Tamarac By The Gulf and Seminole Lakes Golf and Country Club Estates.
Posted 05/04/07

HEC3 Now Open EVERY Saturday
Expanded Saturday Hours for the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center (HEC3)
As of May 5th, the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center (HEC3) is open every Saturday for Pinellas County residents to drop off hazardous waste. Monday – Friday hours of operation remain the same. To make hazardous waste drop off more convenient for residents who work during the week, Pinellas County Utilities expanded its “open Saturday” hours from one Saturday a month to all Saturdays.
Posted 05/02/07

Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Businesses
The next quarterly EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Wednesday, May 9, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Once each quarter, Pinellas County hosts an EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day. The quarterly collection offers businesses an inexpensive and convenient way to properly dispose of unwanted hazardous electronics and chemical waste. About ninety percent of all the electronic equipment brought in is either reused or recycled.
Posted 04/20/07

Follow-up water sample results from Monday evening’s sewer force main overflow indicate it is safe to return to recreational use in the affected areas. The spill occurred on the west end of the Belleair Causeway to Harbor Drive in Indian Rocks Beach as the result of an air release valve malfunction.
Posted 04/16/07

Pinellas County Commissioners Proclaim April as Water Conservation Month

On April 3, 2007, the Pinellas County Board Of County Commissioners proclaimed April as “Water Conservation Month”. Through Pinellas County Utilities’ diligent public outreach efforts, educational initiatives and innovative incentive programs, Pinellas County citizens have reduced personal potable (drinking) water daily consumption from 153 gallons per person per day in 1990 to 89 gallons in 2007.
Posted 04/13/07

Reclaimed Water Availability Reduction
Temporary Changes Begin April 10

Beginning Tuesday, April 10, 2007, north county reclaimed water customers will have reclaimed water available for 24-hour intervals, three days a week for irrigation. Residential customers south of Alderman Road and west of US 19 North will have reclaimed water available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Residential customers in other north county service areas, including those on the east side of Lake Tarpon, will have reclaimed water available on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. On Mondays, the reclaimed water system will be down for maintenance and pond recovery.
Posted 04/09/07

Hazardous Waste VALENTINE Poem for Businesses

The next quarterly EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Wednesday, February 14, 2007 (Valentines Day!), from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Posted 01/25/07

A Recipe for Humbug-free Holidays

Don’t let the ghost of holiday cooking past come back to haunt you in the year to come. With Thanksgiving upon us, and holiday cooking kicking into high gear, Pinellas County Utilities would like to remind you to dispose of cooking oil and grease properly. Be good, for goodness sake, and don’t dump it down the drain!
Posted 11/22/06

Belleair Pipeline Project Update
Construction will Begin in November

The initial stage of Pinellas County Utilities Belleair Pipeline Project is scheduled to begin on November 13th. The project will install wastewater pipeline to the new Belleair pump station as well as a reclaimed water pipeline to the Town of Belleair. Upon completion, the currently operating wastewater treatment plant in the Town of Belleair will be decommissioned.
Posted 11/06/06

Reduced Reclaimed Water Availability
Changes Begin November 3

To alleviate the risk of running out of reclaimed water, action is being taken to reduce daily system demands. Beginning Friday, November 3, north County reclaimed water customers will have reclaimed water available three days per week for irrigation. Customers south of Alderman Road and west of US 19 North will have reclaimed water available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 12:00 a.m. until midnight. Customers in all other north County service areas will have reclaimed water available on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, also in 24-hour intervals beginning at 12:00 a.m. On Mondays, the reclaimed water system will be down for maintenance and pond recovery. This action affects over 2,600 County Utilities reclaimed water customers.
Posted 10/31/06

Per Capita Water Use Reaches All Time Low

Per capita water usage in Pinellas County has reached a new low of 89 gallons per person, per day for fiscal year 2005-2006. From a high of 153 gallons per person daily during 1989-1990, the rate has steadily declined as a result of education and outreach encouraging customers to implement water saving measures in and around the home.
Posted 10/27/06

Beach Recycling Pilot Program
Results Reveal SURGE of Support!

Pinellas County Utilities Beach Recycling Pilot Program has come to a successful end. We learned that beach goers will recycle when bins are available and convenient! Over 99% of the residents and visitors surveyed at the beach said they would recycle if it was convenient, and 97% wanted the program to continue. Studying the waste stream, we found out that 40% of the total waste generated at the beach was recycled.
Posted 10/26/06

GET RID OF THAT STUFF!
November 8, 2006: Pinellas County Quarterly
Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Businesses
Businesses: Have you got unwanted hazardous electronics and chemicals? Get rid of them! The next quarterly EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Wednesday, November 8, 2006, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Posted 09/28/06

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded
Normal Water Use Resumes for Belle Vista Residents
Clearwater, Fla— Residents in the Belle Vista subdivision in St. Pete Beach should be advised that the September 12, 2006 "Boil Water Advisory" has been rescinded as of 10:15 a.m. today, September 14, 2006.  All normal water use can resume immediately.  Water samples collected over the past 48 hours confirm that there was no contamination from Tuesday's 8-inch potable water main break located at 44th Avenue.
Pinellas County Utilities will notify all affected residents in the Belle Vista subdivision of the rescission through door-to-door notifications. Further information may be obtained by calling Pinellas County Utilities’ Customer Service at 727-464-4000.
Posted 9/14/06

Potable Water Main Break
Boil Water Advisory Issued by Pinellas County Utilities
Clearwater, Fla.—Approximately 500 homes in the Belle Vista subdivision in St. Pete Beach have experienced a loss of potable water service due to an 8-inch water main break earlier today. The water main break was located at 44th Avenue, just off Gulf Blvd.  Utilities crews have repaired the leak and are preparing to restore water service to the area.
Posted 9/13/06

Pinellas County Utilities to Conduct System Maintenance Chlorination
Clearwater, Fla.—The method of water treatment utilized by Pinellas County Utilities and its wholesale customers will be temporarily modified from September 18, 2006 through October 27, 2006 resulting in a switch from chloramine to chlorine disinfection. This short-term change is a routine maintenance measure designed to optimize water quality in the water delivery system. Those impacted by this maintenance program include Pinellas County Utilities customers as well as customers in the cities of Clearwater, Pinellas Park, Safety Harbor, Tarpon Springs and part of Oldsmar.
Posted 9/5/06

When the Junk Hits the Ceiling, It’s Time to Fight Back!
It’s time to take action. You’ve got a stockpile of obsolete gadgets, an invasion of plastic grocery bags in your kitchen, a daily barrage of junk mail, closet doors you’re afraid to open, and let’s not even talk about what’s lurking in your garage!
Posted 8/8/06

Traffic Advisory Update
Permanent Repair to Belcher Road Manhole to Begin
A permanent repair to the sanitary sewer manhole on Belcher Road within the city of Pinellas Park will begin on Monday, July 31, 2006 at 8:00 a.m.  The repair is expected to be completed by Wednesday, August 2.
Posted 7/27/06

NORTH PINELLAS COUNTY RECLAIMED WATER SYSTEM RETURNING TO FULL OPERATION - Conservation Still Encouraged
The North Pinellas County reclaimed water system returned to full operation Saturday morning July 22, 2006. With the return of seasonal rains and customers’ efforts to conserve during the recent drought, the reclaimed water system in North County is now capable of operating at full capacity.
Posted 7/21/06

GET RID OF THAT STUFF!
August 9, 2006: Pinellas County Quarterly Hazardous Waste Collection Day for Businesses
Businesses: Have you got unused hazardous electronics and chemicals? Get rid of them! The next quarterly EnviroBusiness Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Wednesday, August 9, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Household Electronics & Chemical Collection Center, 2990 110th Ave. N., St. Petersburg.
Posted 7/5/06

Pinellas County Utilities Hazardous Waste Diversion Program
Free and Convenient Makes It a Winner
The Hazardous Waste Diversion Program has won multiple awards from professional waste reduction associations. At its recent annual conference, the Recycle Florida Today (RFT) organization presented its “Outstanding Urban Recycling Program” award to Pinellas County Utilities Hazardous Waste Diversion Program.
Posted 6/21/06

EXPANDED SHUT DOWN OF RECLAIMED WATER TO PINELLAS COUNTY UTILITIES NORTH COUNTY SERVICE AREA -- System Severely Affected by Drought
To alleviate the risk of running out of reclaimed water this coming weekend, it is necessary to shut the reclaimed water system down one additional day per week beginning tomorrow, Thursday, June 8th at 7:00 a.m. Reclaimed water will not be available from 7:00 a.m. Thursday through 7:00 a.m. Saturday or from 7:00 a.m. Monday through 7:00 a.m. Wednesday until seasonal rains commence. This action will result in reclaimed water service being provided to our customers on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday of each week.
Posted 6/7/06

NORTH PINELLAS COUNTY UTILITIES RECLAIMED WATER TO EXPERIENCE PARTIAL SHUT DOWN -- Customers Encouraged to Conserve
On April 17, 2006, we initiated a shut down of the reclaimed water system on two consecutive days of each week, Monday and Tuesday. This was done in an effort to return the reclaimed water storage pond at the W. E. Dunn Water Reclamation Facility to a normal operating level.
Posted 5/12/06

Pinellas Beaches Add Recycling Bins
Recycle Empty Cans and Bottles: First Wave of the Beach Recycling Pilot Project
As you leave the beach, where’s the best place to put your empty aluminum cans and plastic bottles? They belong in the recycling bin! Now beach-goers in the public beach access areas of Redington Shores Beach, St. Pete Beach, and Treasure Island Beach have access to recycling bins that sit beside selected trash cans. The Beach Recycling Pilot project team installed the bins as a first step toward the goal of recycling at all public beach access points.
Posted 4/20/06