b. Water & Wastewater Utility – David Zusi

Utilities Advisory Board Regular Meeting · 2026-04-28 · agenda_item

The City of Winter Park is working on establishing awarded grants and rolling out a new private lift station ordinance. This ordinance will require action from at least 150 private lift station owners. The city is also addressing a delayed Consumptive Use Permit (CUP) from the St. John's River Water Management District (SJRWMD), which is crucial for water extraction. A significant challenge is the limited availability of reclaimed water, with much of the city's wastewater being sent to other municipalities. The city is requesting a 20-year permit from SJRWMD, which is expected by the end of the year after completing a review process. This project involves regulatory compliance, potential infrastructure needs for reclaimed water, and managing water resources across a 23 square mile service area. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers should monitor these developments as they could lead to future work related to water and wastewater infrastructure and compliance.

private lift stations

150

wastewater sent to other municipalities

80 to 85 %

utility service area

23 square miles

service area within city limits

9 square miles