IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER Emilie Carr / Thursday, January 22, 2026 8 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATERMonitoring Requirements Not Met for FORD, CITY OF, KSWe did not test for nitrate in the Fourth Quarter of 2025 as required. This was not an emergency, but you have a right to know, and we are addressing the issue.*What should I do?*No need to use alternative water. If you have health concerns, consult your doctor.*What does this mean?*There is no immediate risk. You would be informed if there were.*What happened? What is being done?*We missed a scheduled test but are rescheduling and organizing tasks. Once the nitrate sample is collected in the First Quarter of 2026, compliance will be restored. No further action is needed except sharing this notice.For questions, contact:• Name: HEIDE DUFFIELD• Phone: 620-369-2247• Address: 612 N MAIN ST, PO BOX 108, FORD KS 67842-0108Please share with others who drink this water, especially those who may not receive this notice directly.This notice is from FORD, CITY OFFederal ID #: KS2005709Date distributed: 01/22/2026 Read more