Villa Rica to adopt EPD-aligned drought ordinance as utilities win state compliance awards
Council agreed to adopt the Metro North Georgia/EPD drought ordinance to retain Water First status and clarified plans for public education on water conservation; staff also announced the water/wastewater utilities achieved perfect compliance and will receive awards next week.
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Utilities staff told the Villa Rica City Council on May 5 that the city must adopt the Metro North Georgia district’s drought ordinance to comply with Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) rules and to preserve the city’s Water First designation. Mr. Bane said adopting the district ordinance clarifies the city’s enforcement authority and provides the response framework required by the district.
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