By Angel Perkins News-Mirror Editor
 Recent work done to Bourbon’s water supply containment systems  has caused iron levels in residents’ water to fluctuate.
Now that work  on the iron filter media is complete, chlorine levels are now the focus.
“Citizens may experience various levels of chlorine in their water,”  explained Bourbon Utilities Supervisor Mike McFarland. “Please be  assured — the water is safe to drink.”
He said that the newest technology and requirements in water  purification require higher levels of chlorine.
The process of  introducing the popular liquid form (as opposed to the previously-used  tablet form) takes some time to come to accomplish. Levels then have to be adjusted for conformity.
“The entire process should take two to four weeks to complete,” said McFarland.
Peerless Midwest of Mishawaka has been doing the complicated work that has thus far included the cleaning of the water  tower and replacing the iron filter media, which are believed to be 39 years old. The company is also completing the establishment of the newest  chlorine additives.
McFarland added, “Some people may see some slight discoloration of their water; others may not.”
He said anyone with questions and those who might find their water to be objectionable to contact him at 342-0223.