Town Manager Jim Rourke told the council the consolidation of wells and new GAC filters to remove PFAS can concentrate radon and clog filters; the town will add radon stripping equipment to four new treatment plants and pursue a sewer tie-in for a local facility.

Town Administrator Jim told the Hampstead Planning Commission the town has $18.9 million in EPA funding administered through MDE and an additional $5 million loan/grant option, which together should cover the new raw water mains and four water treatment plants; full project completion is estimated January 2028.

The Hampstead Town Council approved two construction contracts totaling $13,370,112.57 for new water-treatment plants and authorized an emergency inspection contract after terminating a previous inspector; the projects are expected to be reimbursed by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).

Council approved a $1,429,497 contract for construction inspection of new water treatment plants and heard updates that pipeline work and grant funding have put most construction costs covered.

Contractors selected for water treatment plants as pipeline construction nears completion.

Hampstead Elementary's new treatment plant will treat PFAS using GAC vessels.

Hampstead secures $1M grant and forgivable loans for vital water infrastructure upgrades.

The town received recognition for its proactive measures in addressing water contamination issues.

Town initiates comprehensive water project to centralize system and improve treatment capabilities.

Pipeline construction starts August 24, aiming for completion by June 2026.

Contractors plan temporary patches during pipeline installation for new water treatment facility.

City moves forward with pipeline work and new water treatment plant construction plans.

Town officials outline efforts to manage water supply and combat PFAS contamination issues.