Rural septic options driven by Franklin County soil
Franklin County faces limited septic choices due to heavy clay soil with most homes using underground tank and laterals. Lagoon systems, though common, require more space and maintenance, while exotic options exist but cost more. Growth drives system problems and stricter inspections curb failures.
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Rural water access gaps in Franklin County grow
In fast expanding areas many residents still lack wells or public water. Water haulers like Mace and Kah step in as city water sales to haulers rise. Franklin County planners maintain a policy requiring rural water access for new developments on under 20 acre lots. West Franklin plans to join Douglas County Rural Water District No. 5 to secure reliable supply amid limited district capacity.
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Susan Myers
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Bush to visit Lee's Summit for health care round table
President Bush will stop in Lee's Summit Missouri after the State of the Union to hold a health care round-table at Saint Luke's East hospital at 11 55 a m Details on participants were not released The White House aims to stress health care and expanded coverage in the national address Bush previously campaigned in Missouri for Jim Talent and last visited Kansas City in September for fundraisers.
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Planning official warns septic systems hard to monitor
Franklin County planning director says septic systems in rural areas are invisible to owners leading to neglect. Experts urge monitoring water use, avoiding garbage disposal waste, diverting wash water, and keeping lagoons fenced and berms mowed. Regular tank pumping every three to five years is advised.
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Franklin County
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Larry Walrod
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