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Commission postpones third reading on backflow and FOG changes; staff to refine permits and petroleum‑oil approach

5854743 · September 5, 2025
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The commission said it will carry proposed amendments to water/wastewater code that move permitting to the city inspector’s office, add septage and bulk water hauling, and address petroleum‑based oil discharges to the October meeting while staff refines language and enforcement/registration options.

The Utilities Commission on Sept. 4 agreed to carry third‑reading consideration of amendments addressing backflow and fats, oils and grease (FOG) to its October meeting so staff can finish drafting code changes and work through petroleum‑based oil permitting and inspection details.

City staff told commissioners they are not drafting wholly new legislation but will amend existing water and wastewater code sections to shift some permitting duties to the city inspector’s office. Staff said they plan to add related items —…

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