STAR LAKE – Fines of $250 for the first offense and $500 for the second offense could be levied on Star Lake water users who violate non-essential use restrictions.

“The Star Lake Water System is experiencing high water demand and production capability limitations,” said an alert from Fine Town Supervisor Mark Hall.

Under the order, nonessential water use is prohibited, and a boil-water alert has been issued for Star Lake.

Nonessential uses are defined as:

• The use of hoses, sprinklers or other means for watering

• The use of water for washing automobiles, trucks, trailers or other equipment

• The washing of streets, driveways, homes, or other outdoor surfaces

• The use of water to fill swimming pools, or wading pools

• The use of water from fire hydrants

Officials also ask that bathing be kept to a minimum.

Anyone violating these water use restrictions may have water service turned off and is subject to a fine of to be fixed by the court not to exceed $250 for the first offense and $500 for any subsequent offenses, according to the notice.

Hall advises residents to check the Town of Fine webpage for updates, afineadirondacktown.org.

The Town of Fine has been planning improvements to the Star Lake water system, and a preliminary engineering report is being prepared.