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Watershed chief says finishing or narrowing consent decree could free up $600–$700 million; updates on staffing, AMI and water taste/odor issues
Summary
Commissioner Heyerley told the City Utilities Committee that progress under the consent decree could allow the city to redeploy an estimated $600–$700 million toward other utility needs; he also briefed the committee on staffing, AMI pilot work with Georgia Tech and recent taste-and-odor events linked to MIB/Jensen compounds in Lake Lanier.
Commissioner Heyerley delivered the Department of Watershed Management's quarterly briefing on Jan. 30, outlining staffing changes, compliance achievements and priorities for capital investment. He said the department is actively recruiting leadership roles, converting extra-help positions into regular posts and continuing condition assessments that will inform a multi-year capital plan.
Heyerley highlighted recognition the department received for financial reporting and laboratory accreditation and said all water treatment plants were in compliance. He emphasized that the department will prioritize investment in water treatment plants and distribution, noting that treating root causes at treatment…
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