Having served on the ODW's Waterworks Advisory Committee for several years I am aware of the resources that ODW invests in regulating smaller waterworks that do not pay fees to support ODW's activities. I suggest that this be looked at as part of the periodic review.

I also recommend that the fees paid by larger waterworks be revisited to determine if they are appropriate or if changes should be considered.

A properly funded ODW is necessary to protect the public health.