Antietam Valley Municipal Authority

03/03/2026

The Antietam Valley Municipal Authority is seeking a general laborer. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. This entry level position provides essential support for the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, pump stations and collection system. Work includes, but is not limited to lawn maintenance, snow removal, painting, cleaning and assisting the plant employees with daily work. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds regularly. Must be 18 years old, have a valid drivers license and be able to pass a physical and drug screen. A CDL Class B license with a tanker endorsement is a plus. Salary is between $22.00 and $26.00 per hour, depending on prior experience. Health insurance, retirement plan and paid time off are part of the benefit package. Please apply at 502 Butter Lane, Reading, PA or email your resume to [email protected]. AVMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

10/30/2025

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at about 4:00 PM, a homeowner contacted emergency services stating that there was fuel oil on their basement floor. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found approximately 200 gallons of heating oil that leaked from the tank. A contractor performing cleaning and video inspection for AVMA confirmed what appeared to be heating oil flowing in the sanitary sewer system. Emergency services quickly notified the AVMA staff. Emergency crews quickly stopped more fuel oil from entering the sewer system through a basement floor drain. They worked with AVMA staff and the consulting engineer from Entech Engineering, to minimize the impact to the wastewater treatment plant biology and to prevent contamination of the Antietam Creek. AVMA wishes to thank our community partners, Lower Alsace Fire Co. and Mt. Penn Fire Co. for their efforts and dedication to our collective customers.

10/23/2025

In our ongoing effort to eliminate the inflow and infiltration entering the sanitary sewer system, we will be lining the following sanitary sewer lines:

Brooke Street (between Carsonia Avenue & N. 25th Street)

300 Block of N. 25th Street

200 Block of Endlich Avenue

2600 Block of Philmay Terrace

1400 Block of Carsonia Avenue

2700 Block of Prospect Street

2800 Block of Prospect Street

S. 21st Street (in front of Lutz Funeral Home)

The lining will be completed by Insight Pipe Contracting. They are scheduled to mobilize on Tuesday, October 28th to start the cleaning process. You will receive further instructions regarding your water usage during this process at a later date. If you have any questions please contact us at 610-779-0150 ext. 1 during normal business hours.

05/29/2025

Did you know that if you have a leaking toilet you will be paying for water and sewer charges on all water used. A leaking toilet can waste an average of 200 gallons of water per day. This can add up to 6,000 gallons per month. Depending on the severity of the leak, this could be a significant amount of water and money wasted. This water enters our sanitary sewer system and is treated as wastewater. Please be proactive and check your toilets now! We are trying to save you money. Credit will not be given for leaking toilets.

Thank You.

05/29/2025

The top picture is the final addition to our fleet improvement. A new truck body was installed with additional safety features. This was a much needed improvement to our fleet. The camera van was a 1986 and the flushing truck was a 1980. The purchase of the new flushing truck, video truck and new truck body were obtained through a grant. Every penny was spent wisely!

01/17/2025

With more snow on the way, we would like to remind everyone to keep your sewer clean-outs clear of snow. This will help our staff in case of sewer emergencies or sewer back-ups at your home. This will also prevent sewer gases from entering your home.

Thanks,
AVMA Staff

01/17/2025

The Antietam Valley Municipal Authority recently borrowed three million dollars to perform necessary plant upgrades. This upgrade will be broken up into three phases.

The first phase of this upgrade will include converting the anaerobic digester to an aerobic digester.

Anaerobic digestion is a biological process that breaks down organic materials without oxygen to produce biogas. (Biogas is a renewable energy source made of methane and carbon dioxide.) The methane is currently disipating into the air. By switching to an aerobic process, it will eliminate this methane being discharged and will be creating a healthier environment.

The decision was made to switch the system to an aerobic process after our aging boiler was deemed unrepairable. This boiler was used to keep the sludge at a temperature of one hundred degrees to keep the micro-organisms active, breaking down solids in the treatment process.

Advantages of Aerobic Wastewater Treatment:

- There is less odor since no foul-smelling by-product gases are produced and released into the air

- Higher effluent quality - Treated water is directly discharged into the environment due to the efficiency of nutrient removal

- Lower costs for the facility

- Simple construction

- No danger of explosions or suffocations for employees

- Simple operation

When the first phase of the project begins, updates and pictures will be posted showing the progress.

12/20/2024

If you experience a sewer emergency and need immediate assistance, please contact us at 484-333-1436.

Thank You & Happy Holidays from the AVMA Staff & Board Of Directors!

09/04/2024

On Thursday September 5th the following sanitary sewer lines will be lined by Mr. Rehab. A notice was delivered to homes that this will affect:

The 700 block (even side) of Brighton Avenue

The 100 block (odd side) of Emerald Avenue

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09/03/2024

Just a friendly reminder that on Wednesday, September 4th, the following sanitary sewer lines will be lined by Mr. Rehab. A notice was delivered to homes that this will affect:

The 600 block (odd side) of Penndale Avenue
The 200 block (odd side) of Carsonia Avenue (in front of Lucky House)

Please limit your water usage during the day and follow the directions provided by Mr. Rehab.

Thursday's lining schedule will be posted tomorrow.

Thank You.

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08/05/2024

In our continuing effort to eliminate the inflow and infiltration entering the sanitary sewer system, we will be lining the following sanitary sewer lines:

Lining in homeowner's backyards:

500 Block of Penndale Avenue - Both sides of the street

500 Block of North 26th Street - Both sides of the street

600 Block of Brighton Avenue - Both sides of the street

100 Block of Emerald Avenue - Odd address numbers only

100 Block of Mayer Street - Odd address numbers only

Additional Lining:

200 Block of Carsonia Avenue - In front of Lucky House Restaurant

This lining will be completed by Mr. Rehab. They are scheduled to mobilize August 13, 2024 to start the cleaning process. Mr. Rehab will distribute notices the day before they are lining your block with instructions on water use.

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