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NOTICE TO VASHON SEWER DISTRICT CUSTOMERS
Vashon Sewer District discussed a proposed sewer line improvement project between Vashon Village and SW 174th Street at the Public Board meeting held on October 17, 2023. Following the presentation, there was an opportunity for the public to ask questions and provide comments on the project proposal.
Please click on the following link to review the Presentation:
MH 24 - 27 Board Presentation
Managing and maintaining Vashon’s sewer system
The Commissioner-run Sewer District was established in 1948. As the population grew, Vashon’s core needed a more effective and environmentally friendly sewage disposal system, a treatment plant was built and the pipes and the plant were connected. Since its inception, the original system has grown and services three areas: Vashon core, Bunker Trail, and Beulah Park/Cove Beach. The commissioners who serve live in and represent each of these areas.
When Bunker Trail and Beulah Park/Cove Beach were declared Health Hazard Areas by King County, they were incorporated into Vashon Sewer District. Then the Growth Management Act made clearer boundaries, re-zoning parts of the District. As the system grew, the costs of running the treatment plant escalated, and the District could no-longer afford effective maintenance, so the treatment plant fell into disrepair. Unable to continue the upkeep of the plant, the District looked for alternatives.
In 1999, Vashon Sewer District negotiated with King County, as part of a rural town sewer system, to take over the service and maintenance of the plant. Today Vashon Sewer District owns and maintains all the pipes and conveyance systems, and contracts with King County to treat the sewage at a cost of over $575,000/year.
Next meeting:
Next Meetings
December 17th
January 21st
Starts at 6:30pm
Call-in conference number: (206) 413-7149
Conference ID: 771 346 23#
In-person at 17520 Vashon Hwy SW
(VARSA across from ACE Hardware)
Vashon Island, WA 98070
Emergencies: Call (206) 463-9219
What we do
Maintain the pipes
Vashon Sewer District owns and maintains all the pipes and waste-water conveyance systems, and replaces older piping as it ages out of service. King County treats the sewage.
GREASE TRAP INSPECTION
Our Fats, Oils, and Grease [FOG] inspector helps restaurants in the District’s service area and makes sure their grease traps are maintained and working.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
The Vashon Sewer District is responsible for trouble-shooting blockages to discover whether it is a sewage problem or a issue with a property owner’s side sewer or the property’s internal plumbing.
PLanning, maintenance & Oversight
The District is fiscally responsible for budgeting and billing, as well as oversight of the permitting process ensuring correct and functional connections.
“Our sewer management is thoughtful, well managed and transparent in its processes.”
Contact us.
Direct to the office’s email: vashonsewerdistrict@gmail.com
Or use the form below to contact us. Please be as detailed as possible with your inquiry, or email us at the above email address