WASA Board of Directors to vote on WASA and Fire Department fire hydrant agreement

October 29, 2007

On Thursday, November 1, the WASA Board of Directors is expected to approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the DC Water and Sewer Authority and the DC Fire and EMS Department. This MOU clarifies the responsibilities of each agency for more than 9,000 public fire hydrants in the District.

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Map of area on K and 30th St where utility investigation will occur

Map: The blue arrows represent the pedestrian detour. Motorists follow the yellow arrows. The bicycle trail remains open.

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Map of area on K and 30th St where utility investigation will occur
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: 30th and K streets Northwest: Temporary Lane and Sidewalk Closures

Map: The blue arrows represent the pedestrian detour. Motorists follow the yellow arrows.

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