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Council approves first reading of updated backflow prevention ordinance to align with state rules
Summary
The Town Council approved on first reading an update to Chapter 20 that clarifies backflow prevention and cross‑connection control responsibilities, adds a notice schedule for recertification and strengthens enforcement options, including shutting off water for devices not recertified within specified timelines.
On first reading the Town Council approved Ordinance 13‑25 on July 15 to update Chapter 20 of the Town Code governing cross‑connection control and backflow prevention. Amanda Barnes, Amanda Barnes, Director of Utilities, told the council the ordinance modernizes the town’s code to align with a 2014 Florida Administrative Code update and clarifies owner responsibilities for installation,…
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