Waterline extension request falls short of county participation threshold

Apr 24, 2026

Staff reported that a requested waterline extension in Group 1 contacted 33 potential customers but received only four expressions of interest — about 19.5% — well below the 60% threshold the county code requires to move forward, making the project unlikely without more outreach.

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The county administrator updated supervisors on a citizen-requested waterline extension in the Group 1 close area. Staff mailed 21 letters to represent 33 potential customers; 12 responses were returned but only four respondents expressed interest, representing about 19.5% of potential customers — below the county code requirement of 60% participation to proceed.

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