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Council reviews first reading of ordinance restricting wells, septic systems inside city limits; suspension to adopt tonight fails
Summary
Council held first reading of an ordinance tightening rules on private wells and septic systems within Freeport to protect source water; staff and some aldermen pressed for more documentation before final passage. Motion to suspend rules failed; ordinance moves to next meeting.
Freeport officials held a first reading of an ordinance that would restrict new private wells and septic systems within the city limits as a measure to protect the municipal water supply.
Director Duchman told the council the proposal aligns with guidance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Illinois Department of Public Health and is intended to protect source water as Freeport plans substantial investments in well systems. Duchman said two areas on…
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