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Oviedo discusses water use, consumptive‑use limits and options for delaying new plant construction
Summary
Council reviewed water consumption trends, consumptive‑use permit constraints and rate options. Staff and council members debated conservation measures, irrigation meters, removing the sewer cap and whether to postpone bonding for advanced treatment; no formal decision was made.
Oviedo councilmembers spent extensive time on Jan. 27 discussing the city's water supply, consumptive‑use limits, irrigation practices and proposed utility rate changes, but took no final votes and asked staff for additional analysis.
City staff and council members reviewed recent water‑use data, consumptive‑use permit (CUP) constraints and long‑term supply options. Staff noted the city is close to its CUP allocation and that St. Johns River Water Management District approval for additional higher‑capacity withdrawals is unlikely after 2025. Council and staff discussed a multi‑year plan that includes design and…
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