News Releases

Panel Recommends Regional Approach to Sewage

An independent review panel convened by the Allegheny Conference on Community Development at the request of ALCOSAN has concluded that a more regional approach to stormwater and wastewater management would provide better service and water quality for residents, businesses and communities.

ALCOSAN Announces Wet Weather Plan Submission

The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) announces that it has submitted its Wet Weather Plan to address sewer overflows to the regulatory agencies in accordance with its federal consent decree mandate.

Litter Collection Effort Nets 103 Bags and More

In two hours, ALCOSAN employees collected 103 bags of garbage and assorted items in the Northside in conjunction with the Great PA CleanUp.

ALCOSAN Announces 2012 Rate Structure

The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) announces that it will implement a seven percent rate increase for the 2012 calendar year which equates to an increase of $1.60 a month for customers.

ALCOSAN Litter Collection Effort

In two hours, ALCOSAN employees collected 227 bags of garbage and assorted items in the Northside and McKees Rocks in conjunction with the Great PA CleanUp. (Photos)

ALCOSAN Announces 2011 Rate Structure

The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) announces it will not increase rates for the 2011 calendar year.

City, County Controllers Release Audit of ALCOSAN

A joint fiscal and performance audit of ALCOSAN has been released by the County and City Controller Offices.   Reports from the respective agencies may be viewed using the following links:
          Allegheny County Controller's Office
          City of Pittsburgh Controller's Office

ALCOSAN Announces 2009 Rate Structure

The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) announces an anticipated rate increase for 2009 to fund mandated sewer infrastructure projects along with increased daily operating costs.

Sewer Overflow Consent Decree Signed By Judge - 1/24/2008

Pittsburgh – The last step in the approval process of the federal consent decree to the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) addressing sewer overflows was met when federal Judge Gary Lancaster signed off on the document late Wednesday.

Public Informational meetings for EPA Consent Decree - 10/3/2007

Pittsburgh – The Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN) will be hosting a series of meetings to inform the public about the EPA Consent Decree regarding sewer overflows.