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Wekiwa Springs Septic Tank Retrofit – Project
Update
Utilities Department
March 10, 2015
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Presentation Outline
Background
Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Project Next Steps
Additional Projects
Questions?
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Presentation Outline
Background
Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Project Next Steps
Additional Projects
Questions?
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Background
BCC Workshop – 9/23/14–Presented existing retrofit policy
BCC Public Hearing – 10/21/14–Code amendment authorizing Utilities to fund up
to 25% of a septic tank or potable well retrofit project when other programs cover at least 75% of all project costs–Approved offering 25% funding to homeowners
for the Wekiwa Springs Septic Tank Retrofit project• Subject to 75% grant funding from SJRWMD and FDEP
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Background
Sewer retrofit of up to 367 lots –State contribution of
approximately $5.0 million (75% of total costs)–Evaluating alternatives and
updating cost estimates• Locating pump stations• Low pressure sewer option
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Presentation Outline
Background
Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Project Next Steps
Additional Projects
Questions?
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Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Alternatives Study Completed–Low pressure sewer alternative recommended–Significantly less disruptive to community
Total project cost of up to $9.0 million– Includes 25% contingency–Design entire system–Construct in phases if total costs exceed $6.65 million
SJRWMD and FDEP support recommendation
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Presentation Outline
Background
Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Project Next Steps
Additional Projects
Questions?
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Project Next Steps
Apply for additional grant funding–March 13, 2015 deadline
Community Meeting–Present study recommendations–Discuss low pressure sewer system components–Present voting ballot – 67% YES required
Design project 18 monthsConstruction 18 to 24 months
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Presentation Outline
Background
Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Project Next Steps
Additional Projects
Questions?
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Additional Projects
Commissioner Nelson called stakeholders meeting in January 2015.
Wekiwa Springs Meeting
Additional Projects
Stakeholders collaborated on local and regional projects that will improve water quality for Wekiwa Springs
Existing and New Technologies explored:
Existing New Street sweeping Modular wetlands Curb inlet baskets Bold & Gold™ filter media Nutrient baffle boxes
All regional projects dependent upon cooperative funding.
Additional Projects
Emerging technology developed by UCF Proprietary mix of sand,
sawdust, and recycled tire crumb Septic drainfield application is
pending FDOH approval 2 ongoing stormwater pilot
projects in advanced phases More pilot projects for septic
and other stormwater applications needed
Additional Projects
Bay Lake Retrofit (EPD)
Estates at Lake Clarice(Stormwater Management)
Modular wetland with Bold & Gold Treats street runoff Monitoring phase
Out flow filter with Bold & Gold Treats pond overflow to Lake Roper Construction planned August 2015
Additional Projects
Septic Drainfield Retrofits
Stormwater Pond Retrofits
Need private property volunteers Access is required for continuous
monitoring & study Work with FDOH
Projects at existing ponds Easements may be needed for
construction & monitoring Work with SJRWMD
Additional Projects
Prevention at the source Increase frequency, expand coverage Standalone solution or combine
with other Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Measurable Results
Expand Street Sweeping Program
Additional Projects
Prioritize projects Negotiate collaborative funding from stakeholders Request funding from State Legislature (FY2016)
Presentation Outline
Background
Wekiwa Springs Project Update
Project Next Steps
Additional Projects
Questions?
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Questions?
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Wekiwa Springs Septic Tank Retrofit – Project
Update
Utilities Department
March 10, 2015
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Modular WetlandsNutrient Removal from Surface Water Using Chambers, Filters, and Biomass Uptake
Sequesters nutrient loads from stormwater runoff Current EPD pilot on east shore of Bay Lake