Grease Disposal Tips

TO HELP THE VILLAGE’S ENVIRONMENT

Johnson City needs the help of all of its residents to keep our sewer system running properly. By following the guidelines below, you can help avoid repeated repairs and unnecessary disruptions to residences and businesses.

PROPERLY DISPOSE OF COOKING OIL & GREASE

Cooking oil and grease are wastes that the Village’s sewer system cannot handle and shall not be discarded down the drain. Dumping grease, fats, and oil can clog sewer lines, causing sewage back-ups and flooding. Sewage back-ups can damage personal and public property. Here’s how you can help.

DO NOT dump cooking oil, poultry fat and grease into the kitchen sink, the toilet bowl, sewer lines /cleanouts or catchbasins.

DO place cooled cooking oil, poultry and meat fats in sealed non-recyclable containers and discard with your regular garbage.

Phase I covered large cities and construction sites greater than five (5) acres. Phase II, which includes Johnson City, covers the majority of urbanized areas and construction activities disturbing one (1) or more acres.

As part of the Village’s Phase II Permit six (6) minimum measures must be achieved. These areas include:

1. Public Education and Outreach
2. Public Involvement and Participation
3. Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination
4. Construction Site Runoff Control
5. Post-Construction Runoff Control
6. Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping

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• Never dump anything down storm drains/catchbasins.
• Use fertilizers sparingly and sweep up driveways, sidewalks and roads.
• Vegetate bare spots in your yard.
• Compost your yardwaste or put it out to the curb for collection.
• Do not blow grass or leaves clippings into the street.
• Avoid pesticides; learn about Integrated Pest Management.
• Direct downspouts away from paved areas.
• Take your car to a carwash instead of washing it in your driveway.
• Check your car for leaks and recycle motor oil.
• Pick up after your pet.

For more information, look on the following websites:

• Water From Rain
• U.S.E.P.A.
• N.Y.S.D.E.C.
• Broome County

PERMITS REQUIRED FOR WORK IN THE VILLAGE RIGHT-OF-WAY

Please take notice that in accordance with Village Code §240-31. Permit Required – It shall be unlawful for any person to make or cause or permit to be made or caused any excavation or opening in or under the surface or pavement of any permit area or to perform any work within the permit area without having first obtained a permit. PERMIT AREA – The area within the right-of-way lines of any village street and any road or highway (typically this is the area from back of sidewalk to the edge of the road).

What does all this mean? – If you want to do any work, such as removing the grass between your sidewalk and curb, you must first contact the DPW at 797-3031.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS PERMITS

Permit applications must be obtained directly from the DPW office. If the permit requires the applicant to be a licensed plumber, please be prepared to show proof of a valid, current Johnson City Plumbing License and proof of the required insurances.

• Excavations Permits – $5.00 for the first day plus an additional $1.00 per day for every day of the job length; for all contractors who are digging in the Village Right-Of-Way
• Street Permit – $5.00 for the first day plus an additional $1.00 per day for every day of the job length for contractors or individuals who are blocking the Village Right-Of-Way for any reason (examples – Dumpster in roadway, barricades, construction equipment on roadway or sidewalks)
• Sewer Permits – $35.00 for replacing, repairing or installing a new exterior sewer lateral. The applicant must be a plumber licensed in the Village of JC.
• Storm Water Drainage Work – $25.00 for contractors, or individuals who are doing any type of drainage work on their property that redirects or effects the flow of water. Single dwelling homes must submit a drawing of work being done. Businesses or multi-family homes must submit plans/drawings to the Director of Public Services for approval before any permit is issued.
• Water Line Permits – $10.00 for replacing, repairing or installing a new exterior water line lateral. The applicant must be a plumber licensed in the Village of JC.

Rates

Sewer bill is based on your water consumption every three months.