DuBois City Council Approves Consent Agreement with PA DEP Regarding Sewer Discharge
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
DuBois City Council approved a consent agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on September 21, 2026. The agreement addresses a sewer discharge that took place during a significant snow melt event in February. The city stated that the large volume of melting snow overwhelmed the city’s sewer treatment plant, causing a discharge that exceeded the limits set by the city’s permit.
Why it matters
The city sought to negotiate a reduction in the fine associated with the permit violation with the DEP. The details of the negotiated fine are available through a Right-to-Know request.
Who's involved
- Pennsylvania Department of Environmental ProtectionState agency involved in environmental regulation and permit oversight.
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The entities involved
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