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Suffolk County Water Authority and Utility Workers Local 393 Reach Collective Bargaining Agreement for Laboratory Employees

Dec 17, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority announced that it has reached a new collective bargaining agreement with Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO, Local 393, covering employees in SCWA’s nationally recognized water quality laboratory.

Suffolk County Water Authority Issues Statement on Lead Testing in Suffolk County Schools

Dec 16, 2025

A recent media report cited lead levels in water at several Suffolk County school districts within the Suffolk County Water Authority service territory. In response, Chief Executive Officer Jeff Szabo issued the following statement:

Suffolk County Water Authority Hosts WaterTalk at Babylon Public Library

Dec 03, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority hosted a WaterTalk on Monday, December 1 at the Babylon Public Library, drawing a strong turnout from residents. WaterTalk is SCWA’s community forum, designed to bring water-quality experts directly into neighborhoods across Suffolk County to explain how drinking water is tested, discuss infrastructure improvements and answer questions from SCWA’s customers.

Important Announcement About Potential Scam

SCWA has recently been informed about a private company, that has been distributing door hangers to residents. Click Above to Read More.

Suffolk County Water Authority and Suffolk County Sheriffs Office Host Successful Pharmaceutical Take Back Day

Dec 01, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority, in partnership with the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, hosted a Pharmaceutical Take Back Day event on Saturday, November 22 at SCWA’s Customer Contact Center in Hauppauge. The event provided residents from across Suffolk County a safe and convenient opportunity to dispose of unneeded or expired medications and help ensure these substances stay out of our drinking water supply.

Suffolk County Water Authority to Host Pharmaceutical Take Back Day on November 22

Nov 14, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority will host a Pharmaceutical Take Back Day on Saturday, November 22nd, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the SCWA Customer Contact Center, 260 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge. This event offers a simple and environmentally responsible way for residents to dispose of unused or expired medications. No sign-up is required—just drive up, drop off your medications and leave.

Suffolk County Water Authority to Hold WaterTalk Public Meeting in Babylon

Nov 10, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority will hold the next installment of its WaterTalk series on Monday, December 1st at 6:00 p.m. at the Babylon Public Library located at 24 South Carll Ave, Babylon, NY 11702.

Suffolk County Water Authority Replaces More Than Half a Mile of Aging Water Main on Dune Road

Nov 10, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority replaced approximately 2,700 feet of old cast iron water main along Dune Road in the Village of Quogue with new ductile iron pipe. The project was part of a multi-year effort to upgrade aging infrastructure along Dune Road and improve system reliability for residents and businesses in the area.

Suffolk County Water Authority Invites Residents to Learn About Their Water at Upcoming WaterTalk

Oct 20, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority invites residents to attend the next installment of its WaterTalk series on Wednesday, October 29th at 6:00 p.m. at the Center Moriches Library, located at 235 Main Street, Center Moriches, NY 11934.

Water Main Replacement Completed on Carleton Avenue in Islip Terrace

Oct 17, 2025

The Suffolk County Water Authority recently completed work to replace approximately 2,300 feet of aging cast iron water main along Carleton Avenue and surrounding streets in Islip Terrace. The project replaced sections of water main that had experienced numerous breaks in recent years with new ductile iron pipe, improving water quality and reliability for local customers.