Title
Consider an ordinance amending Chapter 44, Article VII, Code of Ordinances (2010 Edition), regarding Cross Connection Control and Prevention. (Second Reading)
Body
The Utilities & Environmental Services Department (U&ESD) would like to amend the city ordinance that relates to cross connection control and prevention. This ordinance specifically addresses the Backflow Prevention Program which is administered by the U&ESD to protect the water system from backflow of contaminates from properties that utilize water in their business or for irrigation purposes. The following amendments to the ordinance are being recommended:
•Clearly outlines the responsibilities of the property owner versus water customer when it comes to owning, maintaining, and calibrating the backflow prevention devices.
•If the backflow assembly categorized as "low hazard" has been tested and deemed to not be working properly, the water customer can choose to notify the City to have the device locked in the closed position in lieu of a retest. Removal of the lock is a violation of the ordinance prior to proof that the device has been tested and is working properly.
•Backflow prevention devices must be installed on the premises of a temporary meter using a fire hydrant for water. Device must be tested annually to ensure working property.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.