City Council Goal: VII. Environmental Sustainability City Council Initiative: Waller Mill Watershed Category: Public Utilities
Department: Utility Fund
Project Title: Water Supply Project Description: Watershed Protection/Water Quality The City has been aggressive in purchasing watershed property for several decades to protect our drinking water source. The City now owns or has conservation easements on 57% of the watershed. Money is set aside in case property becomes available. Money is also set aside for other initiatives such as forestry management, security improvements to the Plant and watershed (signage, access control) management. Estimated Capital Budget: FY14 $60,000
FY15
FY16
FY17
$100,000
FY18
Total
$75,000
$235,000
Fiscal Impact: While protecting the watershed around Waller Mill Reservoir will ensure a high quality water source, purchase or control of more property will result in a larger area to be managed.
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