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Staff says backflow and 'fog' legislation nearly complete; commission to review before council
City of Mount Vernon Utilities Commission · January 9, 2026
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Summary
Staff reported completion of a revised backflow and 'fog' ordinance that shifts permitting to code enforcement, allows the control board to set fees, and reserves authority to the utilities commission; the body will review the draft and target a council first reading in late February.
Staff told the Mount Vernon Utilities Commission that a revised draft of backflow and 'fog' legislation is complete and ready for commission review.
Mister Boren said he finished the draft, building on an earlier, thorough initial version by Mister Platt. “I have completed the…
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