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Flagstaff commission reviews reclaimed‑water code redline; members ask for clearer definitions and limits on amenity lakes
Summary
The commission discussed proposed code edits to govern reclaimed water use, requested clearer definitions for “smart irrigation equipment” and “amenity lakes,” suggested updates to older water policy language on reclaimed water pricing, and asked staff to return with cleaned‑up language and legal review.
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The Water Commission on Oct. 16 reviewed a proposed redline to Flagstaff city code addressing reclaimed water use and asked staff to clarify language, define terms and consider limits on future amenity (scenic) lakes.
Erin Young, a city staff member, opened the item and said staff provided a proposed redline and sought commission feedback before a formal recommendation to City Council. "I don't have a formal presentation for the commission today," she said, and asked for discussion on the draft.
Commissioners raised several recurring concerns. Commissioner Karen said she found a paragraph in the draft confusing: "I found that entire sentence very confusing," she said, referring to a provision that blends a watering schedule with an exception for parks, schools and golf…
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