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Commissioners deny $319,000 modular installation at waterways site, question need for new infrastructure
Summary
After questioning long-term value and FEMA reimbursement prospects, the board voted 4-1 to deny a contract and budget amendment to fund a permanent modular building and sewer lift station at a West-side waterways site.
Hernando County commissioners on Sept. 9 rejected a staff request to award $319,000 to install a modular building and sewer infrastructure at a former wastewater plant site proposed for use by the county's waterways operations.
The vote came after commissioners questioned whether the cost was prudent for what staff described as a limited operational need and whether the site would remain useful for future debris staging and storm recovery. Commissioner Champion moved to deny; the…
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