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Rules committee signs off on JEA ordinance changes to clear path for potable‑reuse permit
Summary
The Jacksonville Rules Committee on Aug. 18 approved an ordinance amendment to align local code with state potable‑reuse rules and to clarify that JEA will implement industrial pretreatment procedures, a change JEA said is needed ahead of a pending potable‑reuse permit.
The Jacksonville Rules Committee on Aug. 18 approved an amendment and a revised ordinance to update the city code governing JEA’s industrial pretreatment program and to incorporate potable‑reuse regulations required by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
The amendment struck references to a non‑existent “director” and revised enforcement language so civil penalties can be assessed by JEA consistent with procedures developed under the JEA Industrial Pretreatment Regulations. Dylan Rangel of the Office of General Counsel said the change preserves the city’s enforcement rights while…
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