cc: Jeru'iifer Barker, County Manager {via email only}

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-07-14 · agenda_item

This item concerns a resolution by the Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Florida, expressing strong opposition to a proposed deep well injection permit for the Heart of Florida Landfill in Sumter County. The landfill is currently evaluating the feasibility of converting an exploratory Class V well into a Class I deep injection well for leachate disposal. This process involves injecting wastewater deep underground. The Board's opposition is based on potential risks such as well construction failure, geological issues, and aquifer contamination. The resolution is planned for adoption on July 14, 2026. While this is a resolution of opposition and not a construction project, it highlights potential future regulatory and environmental considerations related to waste management and water resources in the region. Businesses involved in environmental consulting, legal services, and potentially alternative waste treatment technologies may find this information relevant as the situation evolves.

FDEP Facility ID

108384

Permit No.

0450206-001-UC