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REPORT - RECOMMENDATION THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE REVISED WATER, RECYCLED WATER AND SEWER STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND DELEGATE APPROVAL AUTHORITY FOR FUTURE UPDATES TO THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
BACKGROUND: The water and sewer standards set forth the design polices and construction methods associated with additions and modifications to the public potable water, recycled water and sewer systems. The standards and specifications require routine updates to ensure that new installations and modifications are consistent with all regulatory requirements and are designed in a fashion that addresses long term maintenance needs. Delegating approval authority to the Board will streamline the process of adopting future revisions and allow for a timelier response to identified maintenance issues or regulatory changes. The delegation of approval authority is consistent with the general policy and management authority over the water and sewer utilities granted to the Board under Se...
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