UNITED WATER NEW YORK ISSUES REPORT ON DRINKING WATER

Oradell, NJ, July 2, 2003 -- United Water New York customers should have already received a mailed copy of the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) on drinking water quality. The report mandated by federal and state agencies, shows that the company’s water continues to meet or surpass the government requirements.

“We’re pleased to advise our customers that our water continues to meet or exceed all state and federal regulations for safe drinking water,” said Robert Iacullo, President. “We believe this report is an important tool in educating our customers about the excellent quality of their tap water.”

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) rule mandates the content of the report. There is also required language for specific health effects, bottled water and detected substances. “We tried to keep our report as customer friendly as possible given the complex requirements, “ said Iacullo.

If customers have questions about their water quality, they can call our customer service center at 1 877 426 8969. Copies of the report can also be downloaded from the Internet at www.unitedwater.com/uwny.

United Water New York provides water service to approximately 250,000 residents in Rockland County.