Elkton Residents Must Request Water Quality Report | The Locally Times
Starting June 30, Elkton residents must call or email the town to obtain the 2025 Water Quality Report, marking a shift from automatic mail delivery.
Want to know what's in your tap water? Elkton residents will soon have to proactively request their annual water quality report, as the town will no longer mail copies directly to homes. The Town of Elkton announced the 2025 Water Quality/Consumer Confidence Report will be available on June 30, 2026. This policy change means residents must actively seek out information about their tap water quality, rather than receiving it automatically. The Locally Times previously reported on the town's shift in its distribution policy for the annual water quality report. ## New Policy: Residents Must Ask for Water Data To get a copy of the 2025 Water Quality/Consumer Confidence Report, residents must call 410-398-0970 or send an email to administration@elkton.org. The town's March 18, 2026, announcement specified these methods, confirming the report will not be directly mailed to customers. Water Quality/Consumer Confidence Reports typically detail the source of the water, its contents, and how it compares to regulatory standards. Town records do not specify the reasons for this change in distribution method. Town records only indicate the report's release date and the methods for obtaining it. The announcement does not mention specific contaminants or quality metrics within Elkton's water. The report covers data gathered during 2025. For comparison, previous water quality reports from other municipalities, such as the Town of Hampstead, include information on water sources, contents, and compliance with regulatory standards. However, the content of Elkton’s 2025 report remains unstated in town records. ## Water Policy and Upcoming Elections This new policy requiring residents to request the water quality report comes during an active period for local civic engagement. The Town of Elkton Board of Supervisors of Elections has scheduled the 2026 Elkton Municipal Election for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, to fill one mayoral and two commissioner seats. These events offer residents opportunities to engage with local officials and candidates on town policies, including public information access and water quality. The shift in water report distribution could be a topic of discussion for residents concerned about transparency and access to public health information. Residents who wish to review the 2025 Water Quality/Consumer Confidence Report will need to remember the June 30, 2026, release date and the specific contact methods to ensure they receive this public health information. ## Key Questions **When will the 2025 Water Quality Report be available?** The Town of Elkton plans to release its 2025 Water Quality/Consumer Confidence Report on June 30, 2026. **How can Elkton residents get a copy of the report?** Residents must call 410-398-0970 or email administration@elkton.org to request a copy, as the report will not be mailed directly. **What information does the report contain?** The Town of Elkton's records do not specify the content or findings of the 2025 Water Quality/Consumer Confidence Report.