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Residents and commissioners press city, county for action on Mill Creek Sink development and karst protections
Summary
Public speakers and commissioners raised groundwater, cave and notice concerns about the Mill Creek/Terra Forest developments; the county asked attorneys to provide a written update on a prior 14‑point motion and to share records with the city’s new counsel.
Alachua County residents urged commissioners on Sept. 9 to act to protect groundwater and karst resources after city approvals related to the Mill Creek/Terra Forest development removed some public hearing steps under recent state rules.
Residents and conservation organizations told the county commission they fear the development’s stormwater infrastructure, excavation and roadwork could drain Mill Creek Sink and transmit contaminants to springs and private wells that are hydrologically connected. Speakers asked the county to use its affected‑party status and to seek…
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