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Fairfield council adopts AWWA standard specifications for town water system
Summary
Fairfield adopted Resolution #2026-01 to formally adopt American Water Works Association (AWWA) standard specifications for its water system, a unanimous vote intended to standardize water‑system construction and materials.
The Fairfield Town Council unanimously adopted Resolution #2026-01 to adopt the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications as the Town’s official water‑system standard. Mayor Hollie McKinney explained the resolution establishes basic water system standards used widely and provides an official technical standard for the Town’s water work.
Councilman Michael Weber moved to adopt the resolution and Councilman RL Panek seconded; the motion passed with all members voting yes.
Why it matters: Adopting AWWA specifications gives the Town a recognized technical standard for water construction and operations, which can affect future capital projects, bidding, and contractor requirements.
Ending: Resolution adopted; implementation steps and technical recommendations to be coordinated with Town engineering and staff.
