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City manager previews $19M water project and warns staffing, access disputes could jeopardize funding
Summary
City staff previewed a proposed $19 million drinking‑water project that has $9.5 million in initial funding and warned that a delayed County Road 236 wastewater lift‑station due to an access dispute and vacancies in finance and public works could threaten project timelines and compliance with auditors.
City Manager and staff told the High Springs City Commission on Feb. 12 that an upcoming drinking‑water project estimated at $19 million has secured roughly $9.5 million in initial funding and will be presented in more detail at the next meeting.
The city manager said the project will loop the system, add a well and increase overhead storage to improve pressure and support additional development; staff said the project is in concept and further funding work is required to make up the remaining $9.5 million.
At the same time, officials warned of two…
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