News https://www.lcjmwsc.com/news http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification mojoPortal Blog Module en-US 120 no Cast your Vote for Tank of the Year 2023 CLICK HERE TO VOTE

VOTING IS NOW OPEN

Since 2006, Tnemec has celebrated the innovative and creative uses of our coatings on water tanks with an annual Tank of the Year contest. Each year, tanks of all varieties from across the U.S. and Canada are nominated for this coveted award.

 

During this two-week period, the community is given the opportunity to vote for their favorite tank: the People's Choice. A Tnemec committee of water tank enthusiasts then chooses 11 other finalists and considers them along with the People's Choice to decide the official Tank of the Year.

 

Help choose the People's Choice tank by voting below!

VOTING CLOSES OCTOBER 13, 2023

 

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Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/cast-your-vote-for-tank-of-the-year-2023 jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/cast-your-vote-for-tank-of-the-year-2023 https://www.lcjmwsc.com/cast-your-vote-for-tank-of-the-year-2023 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:20:00 GMT
New Gravity Sewer In the Old Orangeburg Road Area JMWSC intends to install a new 24-inch gravity sewer in the Old Orangeburg Road area in order to decommission a portion of a 12-inch force main that serves  the southern portion of our service area and provide additional sewer capacity in this area. The project will also allow us to decommission the Regency Square lift station. The project will extend from the Commission’s decommissioned sewage treatment facility along Sandy Springs Lane to Old Orangeburg Road via a private easement along the eastern edge of Regency Square Subdivision.  The project will be funded by a loan from the SCDHEC’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund. This project will be discussed at our office on July 19, 2023 at 5:00 PM where we’ll discuss the need for the project, alternatives evaluated, rationale for the selected alternative, and environmental and financial impacts of the project.


Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/new-gravity-sewer-in-the-old-orangeburg-road-area jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/new-gravity-sewer-in-the-old-orangeburg-road-area https://www.lcjmwsc.com/new-gravity-sewer-in-the-old-orangeburg-road-area Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:25:00 GMT
Charter Oak Tank (Wildcat Water Tower)

On June 7, 2023, Lexington School District One announced the following;

"If you've recently passed by Lexington High School you may have noticed the new water tower.

Built by Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission, the tower holds more than 2 million gallons of water and helps feed rural areas of the County of Lexington. Once completed, commission leaders saw a blank canvas and a great opportunity to team up with LHS and create something special.

Art teacher Allen Anderson collaborated with members of the school, community and area leaders to create the design you see today. He and Mayor Steve MacDougall even had a chance to paint portions of the design more than 200 feet in the air!

Since its debut Wildcat Water Tower has united a community."


Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/charter-oak-tank-wildcat-water-tower jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/charter-oak-tank-wildcat-water-tower https://www.lcjmwsc.com/charter-oak-tank-wildcat-water-tower Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:58:00 GMT
2022 Water Quality Report The 2022 Water Quality Report is available.

The Report includes important information about the source and quality of our drinking water data collected during the 2022 year.  All customers will be mailed a copy of this report by the end of June 2023.  If you don't receive one by June 30th and would like for us to mail you a copy please contact Customer Service at (803) 359-8373.


Stephanie]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/2022-water-quality-report https://www.lcjmwsc.com/2022-water-quality-report https://www.lcjmwsc.com/2022-water-quality-report Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:58:00 GMT
Multiple JMWSC staff were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and professional excellence at the WEASC awards ceremony  

Nathan Craps received the Rookie of the Year Award from the Water Environment Association of South Carolina – Capital District. This district award recognizes outstanding performance by individuals with at least three months, but not more than two years, experience at the time of nomination. The award specifically recognizes the nominee’s demonstrated eagerness to learn and expand knowledge of processes, as well as the volume of new information absorbed by the nominee in the time employed. The award also recognizes the nominee’s exceptional effort on behalf of the system’s operations and outstanding effort in system operations under difficult circumstances.

Nathan Craps with Gene House.

 

Tevin Copeland received the Customer Service Award from the Water Environment Association of South Carolina – Capital District. This district award recognizes excellence in customer service by an employee or service provider of a utility.

Tevin Copeland with Gene House


Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/multiple-jmwsc-staff-were-recognized-for-their-outstanding-accomplishments-and-professional-excellence-at-the-weasc-awards-ceremony-1 jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/multiple-jmwsc-staff-were-recognized-for-their-outstanding-accomplishments-and-professional-excellence-at-the-weasc-awards-ceremony-1 https://www.lcjmwsc.com/multiple-jmwsc-staff-were-recognized-for-their-outstanding-accomplishments-and-professional-excellence-at-the-weasc-awards-ceremony-1 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 21:19:00 GMT
2021 Water Quality Report Now available! The 2021 Water Quality Report is available. The Report includes important information about the source and quality of our drinking water.  All customers will be mailed a copy of this report by the end of June 2022.  If you don't receive one by June 30th and would like for us to mail you a copy please contact Customer Service at (803) 359-8373.

 


Stephanie]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/2021-water-quality-report https://www.lcjmwsc.com/2021-water-quality-report https://www.lcjmwsc.com/2021-water-quality-report Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:47:00 GMT
Distribution Operator Award - Mike Coffey Presented during the South Carolina Environmental Conference, Mike Coffey received the state’s Distribution Operator of the Year Award from the Water Environment Association of South Carolina. This award is given annually for achievement in distribution operations, including preventative maintenance, development, and implementation. 

Mike Coffey Award


Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/water-distribution-operator-award-mike-coffey jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/water-distribution-operator-award-mike-coffey https://www.lcjmwsc.com/water-distribution-operator-award-mike-coffey Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:12:00 GMT
Public Notice: FONSI Notice Old Orangeburg Sewer Upgrade "The proposal involves replacing approximately 1,250 linear feet of existing 16- inch gravity sewer line with 24-inch gravity sewer line installed along the same alignment in Red Bank, SC. The gravity sewer shares a 40-foot-wide easement with an existing 14-inch force main."

Public Notice Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) & Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOI / RROF) (Link)


Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/public-notice-fonsi-notice-old-orangeburg-sewer-upgrade jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/public-notice-fonsi-notice-old-orangeburg-sewer-upgrade https://www.lcjmwsc.com/public-notice-fonsi-notice-old-orangeburg-sewer-upgrade Wed, 16 Feb 2022 15:10:00 GMT
Town of Batesburg-Leesville to Connect to JMWSC Water System "The Town of Batesburg-Leesville and the Joint Municipal Water & Sewer Commission (JMWSC) have signed a long-term agreement that secures safe, reliable drinking water to customers for decades to come. The agreement will not only enable Batesburg-Leesville to connect to JMWSC’s water system but will also improve the area’s infrastructure to support economic development"

Town of Batesburg-Leesville to Connect to JMWSC Water System (Link)


Justin Gold]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/town-of-batesburg-leesville-to-connect-to-jmwsc-water-system jgold@lcjmwsc.com (Justin Gold) https://www.lcjmwsc.com/town-of-batesburg-leesville-to-connect-to-jmwsc-water-system https://www.lcjmwsc.com/town-of-batesburg-leesville-to-connect-to-jmwsc-water-system Tue, 15 Feb 2022 21:32:00 GMT
Multiple JMWSC staff were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and professional excellence at the WEASC awards ceremony  

Jay Nicholson received the Quarter-Century Operator Award from the Water Environment of South Carolina. This recognizes operators of wastewater treatment facilities for their service and dedication in a difficult and dangerous profession for a minimum of 25 years, 10 of which must have been in active participation in the day-to-day collections, maintenance, operations, laboratory, or management of a wastewater transportation or treatment facility.

 

Donna West received the Capital District Lifetime Service Award from the Water Environment Association of South Carolina – Capital District. This district award acknowledges extraordinary personal service to the Capital District of the Water Environment Association of South Carolina. The award specifically recognizes the member’s organizational leadership, administrative service, membership activity, stimulation of technical functions, or similar Capital District function participation.

 

Mike Coffey received the Water Distribution Operator of the Year Award from the Water Environment Association of South Carolina – Capital District. This district award is given to recognize excellent achievement in the area of water distribution operations, to include preventative maintenance, program development and implementation.

Mike Coffey Award

 

Caleb Taylor received the Rookie of the Year Award from the Water Environment Association of South Carolina – Capital District. This district award recognizes outstanding performance by individuals with at least three months, but not more than two years, experience at the time of nomination. The award specifically recognizes the nominee’s demonstrated eagerness to learn and expand knowledge of processes, as well as the volume of new information absorbed by the nominee in the time employed. The award also recognizes the nominee’s exceptional effort on behalf of the system’s operations and outstanding effort in system operations under difficult circumstances.


VC3 Admin]]>
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Lake Murray Geotechnical Work FAQ's

Property Letters


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New Rates New Water and Sewer Rates Effective 07/01/21.  You will not see these rates until you receive your August bill.

Please reference our Rate Schedule for details.


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2020 Water Quality Report Now available! The 2020 Water Quality Report is available. The Report includes important information about the source and quality of our drinking water.  All customers will be mailed a copy of this report.  If you don't receive one by June 30th and would like for us to mail you a copy please contact Customer Service at (803) 359-8373.

 


Stephanie]]>
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Hiring Job Opening Available

 

Competitive pay and State Benefits.

Details on the Employment page.


Stephanie]]>
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Payment Options Lobby and Drive Thru Closed

 

If you have been disconnected for non-payment you can make your payment:

Online at (www.lcjmwsc.com)

or drop in our Drop Box at the office (no cash please)

 

Payments received during business hours will be reconnected same day.  


Stephanie]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/payment-options https://www.lcjmwsc.com/payment-options https://www.lcjmwsc.com/payment-options Wed, 12 Aug 2020 09:00:00 GMT
Taste & Odor Press Release  

                

 

Area Water Providers Detail Actions Being Taken to Address Taste and Odor Issues

 

West Columbia, Lexington, and Joint Municipal Water & Sewer Commission Working Together to Determine Best Long-term Solution; 

Collaborating with University of South Carolina and South Carolina DHEC on Water Quality, Soil Analyses;

Aesthetic Issues Returning Earlier than Expected This Year

 

WEST COLUMBIA & LEXINGTON, SC, April 27, 2020:  Because of rising temperatures, heavier rainfalls, and changes to the runoff entering Lake Murray in recent years, algal blooms in the lake are impacting our region’s main source of water with greater frequency, causing unpleasant changes to the taste and odor of the finished drinking water.  There are no safety concerns related to these taste and odor events.  Today, the area’s water providers – The City of West Columbia, the Town of Lexington, and the Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission (JMWSC) – announced a series of steps they are taking to address taste and odor issues.

While the drinking water can be aesthetically unpleasing during these algal blooms, the water is safe to drink.  All of the area’s water providers are also operating significant water quality monitoring programs to ensure federal and state water quality standards are always met.  In the meantime, one step customers can take to help reduce taste and odor issues is to pour their tap water into a pitcher and refrigerate it overnight. 

Taste and odor impacts were expected to reoccur later this year.  However, water providers already receiving reports of higher-than-normal geosmin levels in Lake Murray’s water.  Geosmin is an organic compound often produced by algal blooms that leads to taste and odor impacts; the word “geosmin” literally translates to “earthy smell”.  While every attempt will be made to lessen taste and odor issues using water treatment processes, there are limits to what water providers can do to eliminate the issue at this time.

To arrive at the correct long-term solution for the problem, West Columbia, Lexington, and JMWSC are studying and testing a variety of treatment strategies.  We are all collaborating with the University of South Carolina and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) to share water quality and soil sample analyses from Lake Murray, as well as online temperature measurements. West Columbia is also moving forward with a preliminary engineering report to assist in their evaluation of their additional treatment technologies, which will include an enhanced capability to address the issue.

In addition to this release, the area’s water providers will use social media, and print and Web content to detail the taste and odor issue and the efforts being taken to combat the problem.  

Taste & Odor Brochure

 


Stephanie]]>
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Modified Office Hours/Lobby Closed As a result of COVID-19 pandemic, please be advised that we will be closing our lobby and drive through services beginning Tuesday, March 17th 2020, until further notice. 

In the effort to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus we will modify our hours of operations to the following: 

Monday - Thursday 
8AM to 2PM 

Friday 
8AM to 12PM

Our Customer Service Team will be available to assist you. 

📞 803-359-8373 
📨 customerservice@lcjmwsc.com
🗳 Dropbox in parking lot
💻 www.lcjmwsc.com

An operator will be available for after hour emergencies only.


Stephanie]]>
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Scam Alert Be alert, please protect yourself! Do not fall victim to utility scammers!

JMWSC employees will NOT contact its customers to ask for banking and/or credit card information by phone, email or in the field. If you receive a suspicious call or visit, please call our customer service office immediately to verify at 803-359-8373.

https://www.facebook.com/JointMunicipalSC/


Stephanie]]>
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Bid Results Mulberry Sewer Extension Certified Bid Tab

Certified Bid Tabulation - Mulberry

 

Lydia Drive Sewer Extension Certified Bid Tab

Certified Bid Tabulation - Lydia

 

Lydia Drive Sewer Notice of Intent to Award

Notice of Intent to Award

 

Plant Transmission Main Bid Tabulation

Certified Bid Tabulation - Water Plant Transmission


Stephanie]]>
https://www.lcjmwsc.com/bid-results https://www.lcjmwsc.com/bid-results https://www.lcjmwsc.com/bid-results Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:31:00 GMT