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l } I � I .1 ;i I TotalColiform: Coliforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and 3 are used as an indicator that other potentially harmful bacteria may be present, l i Arsenic: There are a number of new and more demanding regulations that have become law during the last year. The most public attention hos been given to the new Arsenic regulations, The maximum contaminant level will be reduced from the previous 50ppm to 10ppm,which become effective in 2006. �i Arsenic above 5 ppb up through 10 ppb: while your drinking water meets the current standard for arsenic,it does contain low levels of arsenic." The standard balances the current understanding of arsenic's possible health effects against the costs of removing arsenic from drinking water. The California Department of Health services continues to research the health effects of low levels of arsenic, which`is a mineral known to cause concern in humans at high concentrations and is linked to other health.effects such asskin damage and circulatory problems. Arsenic above 10 ppb up through 50 ppb: Some people who drink water containing arsenic in excess of the MCL over many years could experience skin damage or problems with their circulatory system and may have on increased risk of getting cancer. it Chlorine: Full time chlorination of the Distribution 5ystem was mandated by the State Office ff ce of DrinkingWater and n d was mpfemented in December of 2000. MTBE: (Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether): Ripon has one service station site with MTBE in the shallow ground water. The owner of the station has installed a pump and treatment system i. onsite. Thus far,we have NOT DETECTED MTBE in any of our drinking water Wells. 4s * Radon: Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that you can't see,taste,or smell. { It is found throughout the VS, Radon can move up through the ground and into a home through cracks and holes in the foundation. Rodcn can build,up to high levels in alt types l of homes. Radon can also get into indoor air when released from top water from showering, washing dishes, and other household activities. Compared to radon entering the home through soil, radon entering the home through tap water will, in most cases, be a small source of radon in indoor air. Radon is a known human carcinogen. Breathing air-containing radon can lead to lung cancer.Drinking water containing radon may also couse increased risk of stomach cancer. If you are concerned about radon in your home,test the air in'your home. Testing is inexpensive and easy. It should be addressed if the level of radon in your air is 4 picocuries per liter of air(pCi/L)or higher, There are simple ways to fix a radon problem that isn't too costly. For additional information, call your State Radon Program or call EPA's Radon Hotline: 1-800-SOS-RADON i k a k w i �.