EPA will once again be conducting inspections of wastewater facilities throughout the State. One of the most reported deficiencies is the lack of Collection System Operation and Maintenance Plans and Sewer Overflow Response Plans (SORP). If you don't have these plans or would like to update/upgrade your plans, we now have editable templates on our website. These templates have been modified to include NYS specific language regarding the Sewage Pollution Right to Know overflow reporting requirements. To download the template go to http://nyruralwater.org/downloads/downloads-other-materials. Scroll down to Wastewater Operator Reports and click on Sanitary Sewer Overflow Emergency Response Plan. To open the document click no when it asks if you want to open as "read only". If you have any questions or would like help with the plans please call us at 518 828-3155.