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American Fork’s water reuse application remains pending; council seeks State Engineer update
Summary
City staff said American Fork submitted a water reuse application that remains unresolved; staff and consultants will contact State Engineer Teresa Wilhelmsen to determine whether broader Great Salt Lake policy concerns are delaying approvals.
City Administrator David Bunker told the Council that American Fork has applied to retain water reuse rights but "had not yet received approval or denial, leaving the matter in limbo." Consultants and staff said decisions on reuse applications have slowed because of sensitivity around Great Salt Lake water policy and pressure on the State Engineer’s office.
Craig Peterson offered to contact State Engineer Teresa Wilhelmsen to request a status update and determine whether broader policy considerations are delaying approvals; Council agreed staff should pursue that outreach. Peterson Group representatives said American Fork and other TSSD communities acted in advance of legislative deadlines and believe they may qualify for grandfathered treatment, but the city remains without a final agency decision.
What happens next: staff will reach out to the State Engineer’s office and report back to Council on any updates to the review or potential timelines for approval.
