Grinder Pumps
The Village’s Grinder Pump Sanitary Sewer System was originally chosen for use in Birch Lakes Subdivision and other areas of the Village as the most cost effective way to provide service. The system works by grinding solid waste so it can be pumped through sewer lines as small as 1 1/4".
GRINDER PUMPS HAVE LIMITATIONS
The system has served the Village well for the past 20 years but it does have limitations concerning the types of materials that can be effectively handled by the grinder mechanism. The following is a list of the types of waste products, which are to be disposed of in the garbage:
- Grease from cooked food
- Female sanitary products
- Diapers, baby wipes, etc.
- Floor cleaning pads, etc.
- Rags
- Small solid objects
- Paper towels and similar products
- String
Grinder Emergency Call
Contact the Public Works Department 24 hours a day - 7 days a week at: 217.496.2621 and then press 1 (or follow directory). Please be prepared to leave a message with name, address and telephone number in case we need to reach out to you. Public works will then be dispatched to you.
Water Problems
The Village of Williamsville is responsible for the maintenance and operation of our water system. For assistance call them at the Office at 217.566.3806 or in an Emergency at 217.306.5803.