26-1722 Authorizing to Apply for a Loan to Fund the Water Treatment Plant ProjectRESOLUTION NO. 26-1722
A RESOLUTION OF CITY OF LONGWOOD, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR A LOAN UNDER THE STATE REVOLVING
FUND LOAN PROGRAM TO PARTIAL FUND THE WATER TREATMENT
PLANT PROJECT AND THE COST OF DEBT ISSUANCE AND IF SUCH LOAN
APPLICATION IS APPROVED, REQUIRING CITY COMMISSION APPROVAL
BY ORDINANCE PRIOR TO EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE LOAN
AGREEMENT, NOTE AND RELATED CLOSING DOCUMENTS; SUCH LOAN
WOULD PLEDGE UTILITY SYSTEM REVENUES AND SHALL NOT PLEDGE
AD VALOREM TAXES OR BE A GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT; ADOPTING A
DRINKING WATER FACILITIES PLAN; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS,
SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Florida Statutes provide for loans to local government agencies to finance the
construction of wastewater treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, Florida Administrative Code rules require authorization to apply for loans, to
establish pledged revenues, to designate an authorized representative; to provide assurances
of compliance with loan program requirements; and
WHEREAS; the City of Longwood, Florida, desires for its City Manager to apply and seek
approval for a loan agreement from the State of Florida Department of Environmental
Protection under the State Revolving Fund Program for financing design, permitting and
construction of Water Treatment Plant Project (the "WTP Project"); and
WHEREAS, if the loan application is approved, final approval of the loan agreement, note and
relating closing documents must come back to the City Commission for final approval via
ordinance approved by at least four of the five City Commissioners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LONGWOOD,
FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. Recitals. The foregoing findings are incorporated herein by reference and made a
part hereof.
SECTION II. Loan Application Authorization. The City Commission of City of Longwood,
Florida, hereby authorizes its City Manager to apply for and seek approval from the State of
Florida Department of Environmental Protection under the State Revolving Fund Program to
finance the design, permitting and construction of the WTP Project and for the cost of issuance
of such debt. The City Manager is hereby designated as the authorized representative for the
City of Longwood to provide the assurances and commitments required by the loan application,
subject to final approval of the loan by the City Commission as set forth in this Resolution.
Further, the City Manager is hereby given the authority to move forward with the preparation
of the preliminary planning documents and other documents needed to secure a loan under
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the State Revolving Fund Program to fund the WTP Project and to cover the cost of issuance of
such debt.
This Resolution does not authorize the approval of any loan agreement, note or any other
closing document in the event the loan application is approved. Thus, if the loan application is
approved, the loan must come back to the City Commission for final approval via ordinance
before a loan agreement, note and relating closing documents can be approved, executed and
delivered.
SECTION III. Revenues Pledged/Not General Obligation. The revenues pledged for the
repayment of the intended loan under the State Revolving Fund are the City's net water and
sewer system revenues after payment of debt service. The loan agreement and note shall not
be a general obligation debt of the City of Longwood. The loan agreement and note, when
delivered by the City of Longwood pursuant to the terms of the loan agreement and authorizing
ordinance, shall not be or constitute an indebtedness of the City of Longwood within the
meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation of indebtedness, but shall be payable
solely from the pledged revenues as to be provided in the loan agreement and authorizing
ordinance. The loan agreement and note shall not pledge ad valorem tax revenues or permit or
constitute a mortgage or lien upon any assets owned by the City of Longwood, including, but
not limited to, the WTP Project and the City's water and sewer system. The noteholder shall
never have the right to compel the exercise of the ad valorem taxing power of the City or the
State, or taxation in any form of any property to pay the note or the interest thereon.
SECTION IV. Drinking Water Facilities Plan Adoption. The City hereby adopts the DRINKING
WATER FACILITIES PLAN - City of Longwood WTP Improvements dated June 2026 prepared by
CPH Consulting, LLC attached hereto.
SECTION V. Authority. The legal authority for the City borrowing money to construct the WTP
Project is pursuant to its home rule authority under Article VII, Section 2 of the Constitution of
the State of Florida and Chapter 166, Part II, Florida Statutes and Chapter 180, Florida Statutes
and pursuant to the City of Longwood Charter. However, this Resolution does not authorize
the borrowing of money, just authorizing the filing of an application seeking loan approval.
SECTION VI. Conflicts. All resolutions or part of resolutions in conflict with any of the
provisions of this Resolution are hereby repealed.
SECTION VII. Severability. If any section or portion of a section of this Resolution proves to be
invalid, unlawful, or unconstitutional, it shall not be held to invalidate or impair the validity,
force, or effect of any other section or part of this Resolution.
SECTION Vill. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
passage and adoption.
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PASSED and ADOPTED this _��� Day of ;S r-C , 2026.
CITY OF LONGWOOD, FLORIDA
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Tony Boni, Mayor
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Liane Cartagena, City Clerk
Approved as to form and legality for the use and reliance of the City of Longwood, Florida only.
Daniel W. Langle ty idtorney
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DRINKING WATER FACILITIES PLAN
City of Longwood WTP
Improvements
June 2026
CUP No. 8274-7
DWSRF No. DWXXXXX
FDEP PWS No. 3590202-1
CPH Project No. 2500699
Certificate of Author i
Prepared by:
Engineer -of -Record:
Project Manager:
Project Engineer:
Engineers
Planners
Landscape Architects
Surveyors
Construction Management
DesignlBuild
nation No. 0 00 032 15
CPH Consulting, LLC.
Roberto Gonzalez, P.E.
Amr Zaky, Ph.D
Aidan Karn, E.I.
CPH Consulting, LLC.
1117 E. Robinson Street
Orlando FL 32801
(407)425-0452
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LISTOF FIGURES..................................................................................................................... ii
LISTOF TABLES........................................................................................................................
ii
1. Executive Summary........................................................................................................
1
1.1 Project Description.....................................................................................................
1
1.2 Planning and Service Areas........................................................................................
2
1.3 Need for the Project....................................................................................................
5
1.4 Existing Facilities........................................................................................................
6
1.5 Population and Water Demand Projections...............................................................10
1.6 Major Project Engineering Services...........................................................................12
1.7 Climate, Topography, and Flood Plain.......................................................................14
2. Alternatives Analysis and Evaluation.............................................................................16
2.1 Objectives and Evaluation Criteria.............................................................................16
2.1.1 Operations and Maintenance Program................................................................p17
2.1.2 Managerial and Technical Capacity.......................................................................17
2.2 Capital Cost Analysis.................................................................................................18
2.2.1 Alternative No. 1 Evaluation and Lifecycle Cost.....................................................19
2.2.2 Alternative No. 2 Evaluation and Life Cycle Cost...................................................21
2.2.3 Alternative No. 3 Evaluation and Life Cycle Cost...................................................24
3. Environmental Effects....................................................................................................26
3.1 Flora, Fauna, Threatened or Endangered Plant or Animal Species ...........................26
3.2 Surface Water Bodies or Wetlands............................................................................26
4. Public Participation........................................................................................................27
5. Financial Feasibility.......................................................................................................27
5.1 Business Plan............................................................................................................27
5.2 Water Rate and Charges...........................................................................................27
6. Project Implementation..................................................................................................28
7. Adoption Resolution......................................................................................................29
8. Updated Request For Inclusion.....................................................................................29
APPENDIX A: USDA Soils Map..............................................................................................A-1
APPENDIX B: Alternative No. 2 Conceptual Figures...............................................................
B-1
APPENDIX C: Life Cycle Cost Breakdown..............................................................................C-1
APPENDIX D: Preliminary Ecological Assessment.................................................................
D-1
APPENDIX E: Public Participation..........................................................................................
E-1
APPENDIX F: Adoption Resolution.........................................................................................
F-1
APPENDIX G: Updated Request for Inclusion.........................................................................G-1
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AppendixH: Busniess Plan..................................................................................................... H-1
AppendixI: City Ordinance...................................................................................................... 1-1
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE1-1: Location Map...................................................................................................... 3
FIGURE 1-2: Service Area Map............................................................................................... 4
FIGURE 1-3: FEMA Flood Zone Map......................................................................................15
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1: Alternative No. 2 Cost Summary............................................................................... 2
Table 1-2: City of Longwood WTP Capacity Overview............................................................... 7
Table 1-3: Historic Water Use — City of Longwood....................................................................11
Table 1-4: Projected Population and Water Use(a) — City of Longwood......................................11
Table 2-1: City of Longwood DW SRF Alternatives Description................................................16
Table 2-2: City of Longwood DWSRF Lifecycle Cost Analysis..................................................18
Table 2-3: Alternative No. 1 20-Year Life Cycle Cost................................................................20
Table 2-4: Alternative No. 2 20-Year Life Cycle Cost................................................................23
Table 2-5: Alternative No. 3 20-Year Life Cycle Cost................................................................25
Table 8-1: Updated Schedule....................................................................................................29
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1. Executive Summary
1.1 Project Description
The City of Longwood (City) is located in Southwest Seminole County, South of Lake Mary, and
Northwest of Casselberry. Under Potable Water System (PWS) No. 3590202-1, the City currently
owns and operates two (2) Water Treatment Plants (WTPs) located at 108 Myrtle Street and 870
West Church Ave, serving the entire City of Longwood service area. The PWS is currently rated
for a maximum day design capacity of 7.056 million gallons per day (MGD) and is permitted by
the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) under Consumptive Water Use Permit
(CUP) No. 8274-7 at an allocation of 2.682 mgd annual average day demand (AADD).
The following alternatives were evaluated as potential options to improve the PWS:
1. Decommission WTP No.1, Decommission WTP No. 2, Construct WTP No. 3 — 7.88 MGD
2. Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.6 MGD, Construct WTP No. 3 — 3.28 MGD.
3. Rehabilitate WTP No. 1 — 2.44 mgd, Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD, Construct WTP
No. 3 — 0.84 MGD
Alternative No. 2 is the selected alternative and consists of two (2) projects. Project No. 1
proposes rehabilitation of WTP No. 2, and Project No. 2 proposes construction of WTP No. 3
which will be located on a new site owned by the City located at Parcel No. 33-20-30-502-3800-
0040 and Parcel No. 33-20-30-502-3800-004.
The objective is to provide the City of Longwood PWS with two (2) robust WTPs equipped to
deliver adequate service to the City's 20-year projected population. Additionally, the new WTP
will be equipped with Advanced Water Treatment (AWT) capabilities to treat and distribute water
from the Lower Floridan Aquifer (LFA) in an effort to conform to Central Florida Water Initiative
(CFWI) prerogatives to reduce withdrawals from the Upper Floridan Aquifer (UFA).
The total estimated construction cost of the selected Alternative No. 2 is $70,130,000 as
presented in Appendix G. Table 1-1 presents the total cost for each of the two (2) proposed
protects encompassed within the selected alternative. Please refer to Appendix C for a
detailed breakdown of the protect costs. The City has entered into an agreement with the
Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for a State Revolving Fund (SRF)
loan (DWXXXXX) for design and construction with an interest rate of 2.736%.
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Cost
Project No. 1 — Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD I $13,200,000
Project No. 2 — Construct WTP No. 3 — 3.28 MGD I $37,000,000
Total $50,200,000
SRF Contingency (10%) 1 $5,020,000
Total Construction Cost � $55,220,000
SRF Administration (2%) 1 $1,105,000
Engineering Fees (15%) 1 $8,283,000
CA and C E I Services (10%) 1 $5,522,000
1.2 Planning and Service Areas
Figure 1-1 (Location Map) presents the Longwood city limits and project sites. Project No. 1 and
Project No. 2 will utilize the parcels encompassing the existing WTPs which are owned by the
City. Project No.3 will utilize an additional parcel for the new WTP which is also owned by the
City. Additionally, the proposed improvements will not alter existing service area boundaries.
Figure 1-2 (Service Area Map) presents the City's service area and city limits.
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1.3 Need for the Project
The City of Longwood currently operates WTP No. 1 and WTP No. 2 to support potable water
demand within the City's service area. The existing WTPs possess aging infrastructure with
components approaching the end of their useful life. The aging structures exhibit sustained
damage, developed structural cracks, and corrosion. Therefore, several components require
refurbishment and/or replacement in the near future.
Additionally, the City of Longwood is within CFWI jurisdiction. The CFWI requires municipalities
within their jurisdiction to work towards reducing UFA withdrawals below a maximum rate of 115
gallons per day per capita (gpdc) by 2040. Over the previous five (5) years, the City observed an
average UFA water usage of 128 gpdc. In an effort to conform CFWI prerogatives, proposed
improvements include construction of a new WTP (WTP No. 3) with AWT capabilities to treat and
distribute water from the LFA. As a result, UFA withdrawals will be reduced and capacity of the
PWS will be expanded to serve the City's twenty (20) year projected demands.
Per US Census data and CFWI population projections, the City's population is projected to
increase by 12.65% over the next twenty (20) years. As a result, the annual ADD is projected to
increase to 2.46 MGD and the Max Day Demand (MDD) is projected to increase to 4.66 MGD by
the year 2046. The projected increase in demand results in storage capacity exceeding 75% of
max day design between 2030 and 2031. Therefore, the proposed improvements intend to raise
the max day design capacity of the PWS from 7.056 MGD to 7.88 MGD in an effort to provide
redundancy, maintain adequate capacity to serve the population, and maintain the ability to meet
fire flow storage.
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1.4 Existing Facilities
The PWS is currently permitted to distribute a 2.682 MGD AADD throughout the City's service
area, matching the total CUP allocation.
The City of Longwood WTP No. 1 is comprised of the following components:
• Two (2) Wells — varying flow rates, 30 HP motors.
• One (1) 1,800 gpm cascading tray aerator.
• One (1) Sodium Hypochlorite injection point.
• One (1) Hydrofluosilicic Acid injection point (off-line).
• One (1) 500,000 gallon ground storage tank.
• One (1) 200,000 elevated storage tank (out of service).
• Three (3) High Service Pumps (HSPs) — varying flow rates and motor sizes.
• Yard Piping, Valves, and Flow Meters.
• 350 kW Diesel Generator with fuel storage.
• Electrical and Instrumentation System.
The City of Longwood WTP No. 2 is comprised of the following components:
• Three (3) Wells — varying flow rates and motor sizes.
• One (1) 3200 gpm cascading tray aerator.
• One (1) Sodium Hypochlorite injection point.
• One (1) Hydrofluosilicic Acid injection point (off-line).
• One (1) 300,000 gallon ground storage tank.
• One (1) 750,000 gallon ground storage tank.
• Five (5) HSPs — varying flow rates and motor sizes.
Yard Piping, Valves, and Flow Meters.
• 260 kW Diesel Generator with fuel storage.
• Electrical and Instrumentation System.
Table 1-2 presents an inventory of the capacities for the operational components at the WTP.
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PARAMETER Units
SWFWMD Withdrawal Allocation (CUP No. 8274-7)
CUP Limit MGD 2.682 Expires 2029
FDEP Rated Capacity (PWS No. 6530320)
COMMENT
WTP No. 1 Max -Day Design Capacity MGD 2.448 Per 2021 Sanitary Survey
WTP No. 2 Max -Day Design Capacity MGD 1 4.608 Per 2021 Sanitary Survey
WTP No. 1 Total gpm
1,700
WTP No. 2
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Requirement: MDD + FF
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WTP No. 1
Cascading Tray Aerator gpm 1,800
WTP No. 1 Total gpm 1,800
WTP No. 2
Cascading Tray Aerator gpm 3,200
WTP No. 2 Total gpm 3,200
gpm 5,000 Requirement: MDD + FF
PWS Total Aeration Capacity ........ ........ .... ....... ......... ........ ........
MGD 7.2
Disinfection Capacity — Chlorination
WTP No. 1
Chlorine Injection Points EA 1 Top of GST
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Chemical Feed Capacity
Chlorine Feed Rate
WTP No. 2
Chlorine Injection Points
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Chemical Feed Capacity
Chlorine Feed Rate
Disinfection Capacity — Fluoridation
WTP No. 1
Fluoride Injection Points
Quantity of Fluoride Feed Pumps
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High Service Pumping Capacity'
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Chlorine is generated on -site
At 0.8% Solution
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Bison Pump Flomaton System
Hydrofluosilicic Acid at 23% Strength
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Bison Pump Flomaton System
Hydrofluosilicic Acid at 23% Strength
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Requirement: 25% MDD
Concrete GST
Concrete GST
Requirement: 25% MDD
HSP 1 gpm 800 60 HP, Installed 1998
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HSP 2 gpm 800 60 HP, Installed 1997
HSP 3 gpm 1,450 100 HP, Installed 1998
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Table 1-2: City of Longwood WTP Capacity Overview
Total gpm 3,050 Requirement PHD
MGD 4.32
Firm (Largest HSP Off -Line) gpm 1,600 Requirement M_DD _+ _F_F.........
MGD 2.3
WTP No. 2
HSP 1 gpm 850 40 HP, Unknown Installation Date
HSP 2 gpm 1,500 40 HP, Unknown Installation Date
HSP 3 gpm 1,500 40 HP, Unknown Installation Date
HSP 4 gpm 2,250 40 HP, Unknown Installation Date
HSP 5 gpm 2,250 40 HP, Unknown Installation Date
gpm 8,350 Requirement: PHD
Total
MGD 12.024
Firm (Largest HSP Off -Line) gpm 6,100 Requirement: MDD + FF
MGD 8.78
PWS Total HSP Capacity gpm 11,400 Requirement: PHD
MGD 16.41
PWS Firm HSP Capacity gpm 7,700 Requirement: _MDD.._+....F.F...............................................
MGD 10.65
Auxiliary Power
WTP No. 1
Diesel Generator kW 350 Operated under load 1 hr per week
WTP No. 2
Diesel Generator kW 260 Operated under load 1 hr per week
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1.5 Population and Water Demand Projections
Under SJRWMD permit No. 8274-7 the City of Longwood is permitted to withdraw an AADD of
2.682 MGD. Historically, the City's two (2) operating WTPs have remained within the limits of the
permit allocations. Per 2025 CFWI Population Projections, the City of Longwood is projected to
increase population by 12.6% over the next 20 years.
Table 1-3 presents the City of Longwood historical population and water use data. Table 1-4
presents the population and water use projections in increments of five (5) years from 2026 to
2046. Over the next twenty (20) years, the AADD is projected to increase to 2.46 MGD and the
MDD is projected to increase to 4.66 MGD by the year of 2046. Existing storage components are
projected to exceed 75% design capacity in 2030. Therefore, the proposed improvements intend
to increase the MDD capacity from 7.056 to 7.88 MGD between 2030 and 2031 in an effort to
provide redundancy, maintain the ability to meet fire flow storage, and 20-year projected MDD
25% storage requirement.
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Table 1-3:
CUP • •2.682
Historic Water Use — City of Longwood J
MG
Year
Population
EN-50 Well
Withdrawal Average
Daily Demand
MOR Average
Daily Demand
MOR Max
Day Demand
Percent CUP
Allocation
People
MGD
MGD
MGD
%
2020
14,019
1.690
1.804
3.232
63.0%
2021
15,222
1.709
2.104
3.475
63.7%
2022
15,612
1.726
1.887
3.330
64.4%
2023
15,952
1.916
2.103
4.711
71.4%
2024
16,641
1.902
2.045
4.179
70.9%
2025
16,974
2.108
2.150
3.184
80.1 %
LTable 1-4: Projected Population and Water Use(a) — City of Longwood
ELMM CUP Alloca7tion. hMMM
Year
Projected
Population
Projected ADD
Projected
MDD
Max Day Design
Capacity of the PWS
Percent CUP
Allocation
People
MGD
MGD
MGD
%
2026
17,313
2.22
4.22
7.056
82.7%
2031
18,559
2.38
4.53
7.056
88.7%
2036
19,121
2.46
4.66
7.88
91.7%
2041
19,121
2.46
4.66
7.88
91.7%
2046
19,121
2.46
4.66
7.88
91.7%
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1.6 Major Project Engineering Services
Based on selected Alternative No. 2, the following engineering services are proposed for the
City of Longwood PWS improvements to improve reliability, replace aging facilities, and
increase capacity:
1. Rehabilitation of WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD Capacity
i. Demolition
• Demolish Fluoride Building.
• Demolish HSP Building.
• Demolish Electrical Building and Electrical Systems.
• Demolish Disinfection Building and on -site Disinfection System.
• Demolish Well Pump Buildings.
• Demolish Existing Ground Storage Tank G3.
• Salvage Existing Generator and Demolish Generator Pad.
ii. Site Work
• Furnish and Install Temporary Disinfection Facilities.
• Furnish and Install New Disinfection Building.
• Furnish and Install New High Service Pump Building
• Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls Building.
iii. Production Well Rehabilitation
• Furnish and Install New Well Head Piping and Pump Assemblies
iv. Construction of New Disinfection System
• Furnish and Install new Disinfection Feed Pumps, Chemical Piping, and
Injection Assemblies.
• Furnish and Install new Disinfection Storage.
V. Construction of New High Service Pumping System
• Furnish and Install New High Service Pumping System.
vi. Construction of New Electrical and Controls System
• Furnish and Install new Electrical and Controls System.
• Furnish and Install new Diesel Generator and Generator Pad.
2. Construction of New WTP — 3.28 MGD
i. Site Work
• Site Grading, Grassing, and Fencing.
• Furnish and Install Concrete Driveway and Parking Area.
• Furnish and Install Yard Piping and Point of Connection to Distribution
System.
ii. Construct, Test, Equip, and Connect LFA Wells
• Permit, Install, Equip, and Connect new LFA Production Wells.
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iii. Construction of Ground Storage Tanks
• Furnish and Install two (2) 0.75 MG GSTs.
iv. Construction of Advanced Treatment System
• Furnish and Install Ozonation System.
• Furnish and Install Granular Activated Carbon System.
V. Construction of Disinfection System
• Furnish and Install Sodium Hypochlorite Storage.
• Furnish and Install Chemical Feed Pumps, Piping, and Injection Assemblies.
• Furnish and Install Disinfection Building.
vi. Construction of High Service Pumping System
• Furnish and Install High Service Pumps and Aboveground Piping.
• Furnish and Install HSP and Electrical/Controls Building.
vii. Construction of Electrical and Controls System
• Furnish and Install Electrical and Controls System.
• Furnish and Install Diesel Generator and Generator Pad.
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1.7 Climate, Topography, and Flood Plain
Due to the City's location in Central Florida, the area is humid and warm with highs typically in
the low 90's IF in the summer months and low 70's OF in the winter months. The area does not
experience frequent freezing temperatures with low's typically in the high 40's OF to low 50's OF in
the winter.
According to the USDA Soil Map (Appendix A), the planning area is comprised of a mixture of
urban land, tavares-miIIhopper fine sands, and Adamsville-Sparr fine sands. Urban land is
covered by concrete, asphalt, or other impervious surfaces. Tavares-MiIIhopper Fine Sands are
a moderately draining soil while Adamsville-Sparr Fine Sands are a poorly drained soil.
The proposed improvements are located outside of the 100-yr and the 500-yr flood plains.
Therefore, no impact to the flood plain (100-yr and/or 500-y) is anticipated. The 100-yr and the
500-yr flood hazard contours are incorporated in the FEMA Flood Zone Map shown in Figure 1-
3.
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2. Alternatives Analysis and Evaluation
2.1 Objectives and Evaluation Criteria
The objective of the alternative analysis is to determine the optimal strategy to upgrade the PWS
capacity to meet projected demands, optimize PWS reliability, supplement UFA withdrawal,
provide balanced life cycle costs, and O&M requirements.
Criteria for the alternative evaluation includes the following:
• Engineering services required for each alternative.
• Land use and footprint.
• Capital cost.
20-year projected annual O&M cost.
• 20-year life cycle cost.
Three (3) alternatives were developed to evaluate the most feasible option. Alternatives evaluated
in the Facilities Plan consist of three (3) projects each and are described in Table 2-1:
Table 2-1:
City of Longwood DW SRF Alternatives
Description
Alternative No. 1 Alternative No. 2
Alternative No. 3
Project No.1
Decommission WTP
Rehabilitate WTP No. 2
Rehabilitate WTP No. 1
No. 1
4.60 MGD
2.44 MGD
Project No. 2
Decommission WTP
Construct WTP No. 3
Rehabilitate WTP No. 2
No. 2
3.28 MGD
4.60 MGD
Project No. 3
Construct WTP No. 3
NSA
Construct WTP No. 3
7.88 MGD
0.84 MGD
Capital costs were assumed to be financed completely through the FDEP SRF program. The
2026 DWSRF program interest rate is 2.736% with a Thirty (30) million dollar per year maximum
allocation.
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2.1.1 Operations and Maintenance Program
The improvements presented in the Drinking Water Facilities Plan intend to increase PWS
capacity by 12% from 7.056 MGD to 7.88 MGD to meet projected demands. Additionally, the
improvements intend to supplement UFA withdrawal with a new WTP (WTP No.3) that utilizes
LFA production wells and is equipped with advanced treatment capabilities.
The proposed method of advanced treatment at WTP No. 3 is Ozonation followed by Granular
Activated Carbon (GAC) filtration. Therefore, the O&M procedures practiced by the City will be
expanded to include additional electrical power, labor, filtration media replacement, wastewater
control from backwashing GAC Vessels, treatment process component maintenance, additional
disinfection requirements (Sodium Hypochlorite), and advanced oxidation treatment requirements
(Liquid Oxygen for Ozonation).
A breakdown of the O&M cost associated with the proposed improvements is presented in
Appendix C. Currently the City utilizes two (2) operators, each working 8 hour shifts. The O&M
cost estimate assumed the City would continue this practice at WTP No. 1 and WTP No. 2.
The labor requirements associated with WTP No. 3 were estimated utilizing Fla. Administrative
Code 62-699.310 - Classification and Staffing of Domestic Wastewater or Water Treatment Plants
and Water Distribution Systems. Due to the advanced treatment components associated with
WTP No. 3, the facility was assumed to be classified as a Water Treatment Plant Category I I I and
requires a Class C or higher operator. Chemical costs for disinfection were based on billing data
from 2022 and 2023 and were adjusted to current 2026 dollars.
2.1.2 Managerial and Technical Capacity
The proposed improvements aim to expand the capacity of the PWS to 7.88 MGD and introduce
advanced treatment capabilities at the proposed WTP No. 3 facility. As a result, the City intends
to expand the operator team to include a third full-time positioned as Chief/Lead Operator — Class
C or Higher. The estimated cost with an additional operator is included in the O&M cost estimate
as shown in Appendix C.
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2.2 Capital Cost Analysis
Table 2-2 presents the life cycle cost of the three (3) evaluated alternatives. A detailed cost
breakdown is provided in Appendix C. The estimated total capital cost includes construction,
equipment, material, demolition, SRF contingency, SRF administration, engineering design
services, and post design technical services (Construction Administration (CA) and Construction
Engineering Inspection (CEI)).
Alternative No. 1 exhibited the highest Capital and O&M costs yielding and a twenty (20) year
Lifecycle Cost of $154,862,074. Alternative No. 3 resulted in the lowest O&M cost, however, the
increased Capital Cost associated with Alternative No. 3 yields the second largest Lifecycle cost
out of the three (3) alternatives with an estimated $128,771,326 Lifecycle cost. As a result,
Alternative No. 2 possesses the lowest life cycle cost of $126,488,288.
Table 2-2: City of Longwood DWSRF Lifecycle Cost Analysis mO
Alternative Alternative Alternative
No. 1 No. 2 No. 3
Total Capital Cost
...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
$86,085,000
$70,130,000
$78,512,000
Interest Rate
2.736%
2.736%
2.736%
...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Loan Period (yrs)
20
20
20
...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Estimated Interest Owed
$32,480,096
$26,460,233
$31,543,005
Total Cost From Loan
$118,565,096
$96,590,233
$108,134,784
................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Annualized Capital Cost
$5,645,957
$4,599,535
5,149,275
20-Year O&M Cost
$48,421,000
$37,286,000
$31,694,000
Annualized O&M Cost
$2,305,761
$1,775,506
$1,509,214
20-Year Total Lifecycle Cost
$166,986,096
$133,876,233
$139,828,784
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2.2.1 Alternative No. 1 Evaluation and Lifecycle Cost
Description
Alternative No. 1 consists of the following three (3) projects:
1. Decommission WTP No. 1
2. Decommission WTP No. 2
3. Construct WTP No. 3 on a New Site — 7.88 MGD Capacity
Discussion
Alternative No. 1 investigated the alternative of providing the City of Longwood PWS through one
(1) 7.88 MGD WTP equipped with Redundant LFA Production Wells, Advanced Treatment
Capabilities, and Storage. However, due to the constraints of the existing sites for WTP No. 1 and
WTP No. 2, the expansion of existing facilities is not feasible due to the small footprint at both
existing WTPs. Alternative No. 1 would be achieved by maintaining operation of WTP No. 1 and
WTP No. 2 while constructing WTP No. 3 on a new site owned by the City. Following the
construction and implementation of WTP No. 3, WTP No. 1 and WTP No. 2 would be
decommissioned and abandoned.
Life Cycle
Upon completion of Alternative No. 1, the City of Longwood would no longer require UFA
withdrawal to serve the population's potable water demand, thus enabling the City to conform to
CFWI prerogatives. The upgraded facility would allow the City to focus their O&M program to one
(1) facility rather than requiring oversight and operation of multiple sites and facilities.
However, due to the requirements of Advanced Treatment, Alternative No. 1 yields the highest
O&M cost and will require a more complex O&M program to maintain the upgraded system.
Moreover, Alternative No. 1 yields the highest Capital Cost and O&M cost of the three (3)
alternatives identified, resulting in the highest Lifecycle Cost. Table 2-3 exhibits the Lifecycle Cost
from 2026 to 2046 associated with Alternative No.1. A detailed breakdown of the estimated Life
Cycle Cost associated with Alternative No. 1 is provided in Appendix C.
Conclusion
Due to the extensive Capital Cost, O&M Requirements, and site restraints, Alternative No. 1 was
n f%f �- o i o..+o.l
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TableNo. 1 20-Year•
Project No. 1 — Decommission WTP No. 1 $1,440,000
.............................................................................................
Project No. 2 -Decommission WTP No. 2 $2,180,000
............................................................................................. ......... ......... ......... ......... .........
Project No. 3 — Construct WTP No. 3 — 7.88 MGD $58,000,000
Subtotal
$61,620,000
...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SRF Contingency (10%)
$6,162,000
Total Construction Cost
$67,782,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SRF Admin (2%)
.................................................................................................................................
$1,356,000
...................................................... ......... ......... ......... ......... ......
Design/Permitting and Bidding Services (15%)
.......................................................................................................................
$10,168,000
Post Design Technical Services (CA/CEI) (10%)
$6,779,000
Estimated Capital Cost
$86,085,000
...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Assumed Interest Rate
2.736%
Total Cost Accrued From Loan
$118,565,096
........ ......... ......... ......... .........
20-Year Annualized Capital Cost
........ ........ ........ ........ .........
$5,645,957/yr
Estimated 20-Year O&M Cost
$48,421,000
Estimated 20-Year Annualized O&M Cost
$2,305,761/yr
Total 20-Year Life Cycle Cost
$166,986,096
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2.2.2 Alternative No. 2 Evaluation and Life Cycle Cost
Description
Alternative No. 2 consists of the following two (2) projects:
1. Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD Capacity
2. Construct WTP No. 3 on a New Site — 3.28 MGD Capacity
Discussion
Alternative No. 2 evaluated the option of operating the City's PWS utilizing two (2) WTPs in an
effort to provide the PWS with increased redundancy and reduce the Lifecycle Cost exhibited in
Alternative No. 1. Due to site constraints at WTP No. 1 and WTP No. 2, LFA production well and
advanced treatment system installation is not feasible at the existing sites. Therefore, a new site
owned by the City will be utilized to construct WTP No.3 with a capacity of 3.28 MGD.
The construction of WTP No.3 allows the City to decommission one of the existing WTPs.
Currently, the PWS may generally be supported by WTP No. 2, however, WTP No. 1 does not
have the capacity to sustain the City's observed demand for an extended time period. Therefore,
WTP No. 2 shall be rehabilitated and WTP No. 1 shall be decommissioned to maximize reliability
of the PWS.
Alternative No. 2 does not propose an increase in capacity for WTP No. 2. Additionally, WTP No.
1 will remain online throughout the duration of the projects listed under Alternative No. 2 to supply
the PWS with a reliable water source during the construction of WTP No. 3 and rehabilitation of
WTP No. 2. Decommissioning of WTP No. 1 will take place after the completion of Alternative No.
2 and will be under a separate funding source. Therefore, the capital cost to decommission WTP
No. 1 was not considered with Alternative No. 2.
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Life Cycle
Appendix B presents an overview of the improvements included in Alternative No. 2. Completion
of Alternative No. 2 will exhibit an upgraded and robust PWS with the capacity to meet projected
MDD and Fire Flow requirements. Additionally, construction of WTP No. 3 will adequately
supplement the UFA withdrawals to be in conformance with CFWI prerogatives. Moreover,
operation of two (2) WTPs provides capability of the PWS to maintain service during future
maintenance operations or upgrades to the WTPs.
Decreasing capacity of WTP No. 3 to 3.28 MGD compared to 7.88 MGD as exhibited in Alternative
No. 1 will significantly decrease Capital and O&M cost of the project since advanced treatment
components/maintenance will not be necessary at rehabilitated WTP No. 2. Alternative No. 2
possesses the lowest Capital Cost, second lowest O&M cost, and lowest Life Cycle Cost out of
the Three (3) alternatives discussed in this section. Table 2-4 exhibits the Life Cycle Cost from
2026 to 2046 Associated with Alternative No.2. A detailed breakdown of the estimated Life Cycle
Cost associated with Alternative No. 2 is provided in Appendix C.
Conclusion
Alternative No. 2 contains the lowest capital cost and lowest life cycle cost in addition to meeting
the objectives of the proposed improvements to the PWS, therefore, Alternative No. 2 is the
selected alternative.
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• • 2 20-Year
Project No. 1 - Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD1
$13,200,000
.............................
Project No. 2 — Construct WTP No. 3 — 3.28 MGD2
......... ......... ......... ......... .........
$37,000,000
Subtotal
$51,640,000
SRF Contingency (101/()
$5,164,000
Total Construction Cost
$56,804,000
..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SRF Admin (2%)
.....................................................................................................................................
$1,137,000
..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Design/Permitting and Bidding Services (15%)
........ ........ ........ ........ .........
$8,521,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Post Design Technical Services (CA/CEI) (10%)
$5,681,000
Estimated Capital Cost
$70,130,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Assumed Interest Rate
2.736%
Total Cost Accrued From Loan
$96,590,233
Estimated 20-Year Annualized Capital Cost
$4,599,535/yr
Estimated 20-Year O&M Cost
$37,286,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Estimated 20-Year Annualized O&M Cost
$1,775,506/yr
Total 20-Year Life Cycle Cost
$133,876,233
Estimated 20-Year Annualized Life Cycle Cost $6,375,059/yr
Design and Construction of LFA Wells for WTP No. 3 (Project No. 2) will be completed during the Design/Construction Phase of
Project No. 1. Capital Cost for LFA Wells is included in the Capital Cost associated with the Construction of WTP No. 3
2Design for Project No. 2 is planned to begin after construction for Project No. 1 begins and water quality is known for WTP No. 3
LFA Production Wells.
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2.2.3 Alternative No. 3 Evaluation and Life Cycle Cost
Description
Alternative No. 3 Consists of the following projects:
1. Rehabilitate WTP No. 1 — 2.44 MGD Capacity
2. Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD Capacity
3. Construct WTP No. 3 on a New Site — 0.84 MGD Capacity
Discussion
Alternative No. 3 explores the option of rehabilitating WTP No. 1 and WTP No. 2. Alternative No.
3 does not propose a change in capacity for WTP No. 1 nor WTP No. 2. In order to meet the
projected max day design capacity and supplement UFA withdrawals in conformance with CFWI.
Alternative No. 3 also consists of constructing WTP No. 3 on a new site utilizing LFA production
wells with advanced treatment capabilities and a max day design capacity of 0.84 MGD which will
increase the Max Day Design Capacity of the PWS to 7.88 MGD.
Life Cycle
Alternative No. 3 attempts to minimize Capital and O&M costs by utilizing existing sites and
minimizing advanced treatment included in the improvements. Although advanced treatment is
minimal compared to Alternative No. 1 and Alternative No. 2, Alternative No. 3 requires a third
WTP to operate and maintain which will require additional staffing, maintenance conditions, and
capital costs to upkeep all three (3) facilities. Moreover, due to the limited capacity of WTP No. 3,
the City's withdrawal from the UFA may not be sufficiently supplemented to reduce UFA
withdrawals within CFWI prerogatives without placing stress on WTP No. 3. Table 2-5 exhibits
the Life Cycle Cost from 2026 to 2046 associated with Alternative No.3. A detailed breakdown of
the estimated Life Cycle Cost associated with Alternative No. 3 is provided in Appendix C.
Conclusion
Alternative No. 3 was not selected due to the capital cost and the future implications of
maintaining and upgrading three (3) facilities. Additionally, the limited capacity of WTP No.3 posed
challenges to conform to CFWI Prerogatives.
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TableNo. 3 20-Year•
Project No. 1 — Rehabilitate WTP No. 1 — 2.4 MGD $13,000,000
........................................................................................................................................................
Project No. 2 — Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 — 4.60 MGD $13,200,000
.............................................................................................................................................................................
Project No. 3 — Construct WTP No. 3 — 3.28 MGD $37,000,000
Subtotal
$56,200,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SRF Contingency (10%)
$5,620,000
Total Construction Cost
$61,820,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
SRF Admin (2%)
$1,237,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Design/Permitting and Bidding Services (15%)
$9,273,000
Post Design Technical Services (CA/CEI) (10%)
$6,182,000
Estimated Capital Cost
$78,512,000
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Assumed Interest Rate
2.736%
Total Cost Accrued From Loan
$108,134,784
........ ......... ......... ......... .......
Estimated 20-Year Annualized Capital Cost
......... ......... ......... ..................
5,149,275/yr
Estimated 20-Year O&M Cost
$31,694,000
Estimated 20-Year Annualized O&M Cost
................................ ........................................
$1,509,214/yr
Total 20-Year Life Cycle Cost
$139,828,784
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3. Environmental Effects
On June 25, 2025, CPH Consulting, LLC Environmental Services conducted a field study to
determine environmental effects of the proposed project. The findings from the field study
established that the project would not cause significant adverse effects upon human
health and/or the environment based on conditions observed. The detailed Preliminary
Ecological Assessment Report is provided in Appendix D. A copy of Preliminary Ecological
Assessment Report is to be submitted to the Florida State Clearinghouse as required by the
DWSRF program.
3.1 Flora, Fauna, Threatened or Endangered Plant or Animal Species
General reconnaissance of the site was conducted to investigate the occurrence of federal or
state -listed flora and fauna. No species (or their signs) protected under the Endangered Species
Act (ESA) nor State -listed protected species were observed on the subject properties at the time
of the field investigation. Also, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
(DACS) protected plants were not observed on the investigated field.
Per the Preliminary Ecological Assessment, the proposed construction activities are not
anticipated to directly kill or harm birds, their nests or eggs. Development of the subject project
area has a low probability of Violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). No Eagle activity
was observed within, or adjacent to, the subject project areas during the field investigation.
Wood stork foraging and nesting habitat was not observed within the study areas. Gopher
tortoises and their signs (scat and burrows) were not observed at the time of the field investigation.
Scrub Jay territory was not observed within or near the study areas.
The lack of bare open continuous sand patches provides suboptimal habitat for skinks. Therefore,
there is a low probability that the sand skink and blue -tailed mole skink would be adversely
affected by the proposed project.
Based upon field observations, snail kite habitat was not observed on the subject property.
Therefore, proposed improvements would not adversely affect this species. Based on current
regulatory guidance, further action to address the snail kite is not a consideration of this property.
3.2 Surface Water Bodies or Wetlands
Habitats meeting the definition of jurisdictional wetlands and surface waters were not observed
within the subject project property boundary during the field investigation.
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4. Public Participation
A public meeting was conducted on May 28,2026, to explain the proposed project and financial
impacts to the residents. The public participation meeting was publicly advertised fourteen (14)
days prior to the meeting to allow for public review of Facilities Plan alternatives. The copy of
advertisement, affidavit of publication, CPH Consulting presentation, and public meeting minutes
are to be included in Appendix E.
5. Financial Feasibility
5.1 Business Plan
Appendix H presents the financial information (Business Plan) that demonstrates the City's
financial ability to repay the SRF loan.
5.2 Water Rate and Charges
The current water rates and charges have been reviewed for adjustment. Future rate increases
have been planned and implemented via City Ordinance. Appendix I presents City Ordinance
passed to implement future rate structure increases. Future rate increases have been projected
and incorporated into the business plan. Additionally, the City of Longwood charges a capital
recovery impact fee for new connections.
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6. Project Implementation
The proposed improvements consist of three (3) projects that will be implemented in a phased
approach. The proposed phased approach aims to address concerns regarding the ability of the
PWS to maintain service to customers within the service area while rehabilitating WTP No. 2. The
recommended strategy is to implement temporary measures so that WTP No. 2 is able to maintain
service while the improvements are underway. Additionally, to maintain the reliability of the system,
decommissioning of WTP No. 1 is to begin after WTP No. 3 has been permitted, constructed, and
placed into service. The intent of WTP No. 3 is to replace WTP No. 1. The following FDEP permits
will be required to complete the improvements:
• NPDES Stormwater Construction Generic Permit
• Specific Permit to Construct PWS Components
• Environmental Resource Permit
• Wastewater permit for connection to sanitary sewer
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7. Adoption Resolution
The City of Longwood adopted the Facilities Plan resolution during the Commission Meeting held
on June 15, 2026. A copy of Resolution No. 26 is included in Appendix F.
8. Updated Request For Inclusion
The Request for Inclusion is located in Appendix G. An Intent schedule has been provided in
Table 8-1.
1 Dates are tentative and subject to changes to assure compliance with DWSRF funding process, the City of Longwood administrative
process, and CPH Consulting resources.
2Planning documents for Project No. 2 will be submitted with the planning documents for Project No. 1, however, design for Project
No. 2 is scheduled to begin after Project No. 1 moves into Construction Phase.
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APPENDIX A:
USDA Soils Map
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Alternative No. 2 Conceptual Figures
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®1 - Demolish Existing Fluoride Building and Construct New MCC
and Electrical Building
2 - Demolish Generator Pad and Salvage Existing Generator,
Construct New Generator Pad and Generator
® 3 - Demolish and Reconstruct HSP Room and Operations Space
® 4 - Demolish and Reconstruct Disinfection System
®5 - Remove Well Pump Building and Reassemble Well Pump and -
Yard Piping
® 6 - Demolish Well Pump Building
® 7 - Demolish Existing GST
Scale: 1 inch = 30 feet N CITY OF LONGWOOD WTP NO. Z RESILIENCY IMPROVEMENTS
Date: S/14/2026 FIGURE
Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD
Project No. 2500699 SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA x
GIS: LEC
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WTP No. 3 Boundary
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® I - Construct and Equip New Well ti
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EM2 - Construct and Equip New Well !
3 - Construct New Generator and Generator Pad
4 - Construct HSP Room, MCC, and Operations SpaceF
m 5 - construct Liquid NaOCI Disinfection System
1 A
®6 - Construct Ground Storage Tank`—'
®7 - Construct Advanced Treament System State Hwy 434 E State Rd 434 _ ..
® 8 - Construct Concrete Driveway
Scale: I inch = 60 feet N CITY OF LONGWOOD PROPOSED WTP NO. 3
Date: 5/ 14/ 2026 FIGURE
Photo Date; 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD
project No. 2500699 SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA x
GIS: LEC
City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
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Life Cycle Cost Breakdown
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1
Twenty -Year Annualized Capital Cost
2
3
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039 2040
2041
2042
2043
2044
2045
2046
Total
Alterntative No. 1
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957 $5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$5,645,957
$1 1 8,565,096
4
Alternative No. 2
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535 $4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$4,599,535
$96,590,233
5
6
Alternative No. 3
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275 $5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$5,149,275
$108,134,784
Twenty -Year O&M Cost
V�
III
7
9
Alterntative No. 1 $1,747,000
$1,788,928
$1,831,862
$1,875,827
$1,990,116
$2,037,879
$2,086,788
$2,136,871
$2,188,156 $2,240,671 $2,294,448
$2,349,514
$2,405,903
$2,463,644 $2,522,772
$2,583,318
$2,645,318
$2,708,806
$2,773,817
$2,840,389
$2,908,558 $48,421,000
10
Alternative No. 2
$1,333,000
$1,364,992 $1,397,752
$1,431,298
$1,534,918
$1,571,756
$1,609,478 $1,648,106
$1,687,660
$1,728,164
$1,769,640
$1,812,112
$1,855,602
$1,900,137
$1,945,740 $1,992,438
$2,040,256 $2,089,222
$2,139,364
$2,190,709
$2,243,286
$37,286,000
11
Alternative No. 3
$1,142,000
$1,169,408 $1,197,474
$1,226,213
$1,302,921
$1,334,191
$1,366,212 $1,399,001
$1,432,577
$1,466,959
$1,502,166
$1,538,218
$1,575,135
$1,612,938
$1,651,649 $1,691,289
$1,731,879 $1,773,445
$1,816,007
$1,859,591
$1,904,222
$31,694,000
M1
M Mill,
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Twenty -Year Total
Life Cycle Cost
12
in
13
Alterntative No. 1
$7,392,957
$7,434,885
$7,477,819
$7,521,784
$7,636,073
$7,683,836
$7,732,745
$7,782,828
$7,834,113
$7,886,628
$7,940,405
$7,995,471
$8,051,860
$8,109,601
$8,168,729
$8,229,275
$8,291,275
$8,354,763
$8,419,774
$8,486,346
$8,554,515
$1 66,986,000
14
Alternative No. 2
$5,932,535
$5,964,527
$5,997,287
$6,030,833
$6,134,453
$6,171,291
$6,209,013
$6,247,641
$6,287,195
$6,327,699
$6,369,175
$6,411,647
$6,455,137
$6,499,672
$6,545,275
$6,591,973
$6,639,791
$6,688,757
$6,738,899
$6,790,243
$6,842,820
$1 33,876,000
15
Alternative No. 3
$6,291,275
$6,318,683
$6,346,749
$6,375,489
$6,452,197
$6,483,467
$6,515,487
$6,548,276
$6,581,853
$6,616,234
$6,651,441
$6,687,493
$6,724,411
$6,762,214
$6,800,924
$6,840,564
$6,881,155
$6,922,720
$6,965,283
$7,008,867
$7,053,497
$1 39,829,000
16
17
18
Alternative No. 1
Alternative No. 2
Alternative
19
Capital Cost
$86,085,000
$70,130,000
$78,512,000
20
Interest Rate
2.74 %
2.74 %
2.74
21
Loan Period(yrs)
20
20
20
22
Estimated Interest Owed
$32,480,096
$26,460,233
$29,622,784
23
Total Cost From Loan
$118,565,096
$96,590,233
$108,134,784
24
Annualized Capital Cost
$5,645,957
$4,599,535
$5,149,275
25
Annualized O&M Cost
$2,305,742
$1,775,506
$1,509,214
26
20 Year O&M Cost
$48,421,000
$37,286,000
$31,694,000
27
1 20-Year Lifecycle Cost
$166,986,096
$133,876,233
$139,828,784
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Alternative (1)
2
3
Year
2026
4
Plant No.
WTP1
WTP2
WTP3
5
MDD (MGD) JE16"=
0
0
7.04
6
Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)-Current Treatment
1 $0
$0
$528,000
7
Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)-GAC Media Replacement Cost
$0
$0
$659,000
8
Annual Avg. Operational Cost ($)-Ozonation
$0
$0
$90,000
9
Total Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)/Plant
$0
$1,277,000
10
Total Annual Avg. Labor Cost ($)
$470,000
11
Total Annual Avg. O&M Cost ($)
$1,747,000
12
Alternative (2)
13
Year
2026
14
Plant No.
WTP1
WTP2
WTP3
15
MDD (MGM0
4.6
2.44
16
Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)-Current Treatment
$0
$345,000
$183,000
17
Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)-GAC Media Replacement Cost
$0
1 $0
1 $275,000
18
Annual Avg. Operational Cost ($)-Ozonation
$0
$0
$60,000
19
Total Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)/Plant
$0
$345,000
$518,000
20
Total Annual Avg. Labor Cost ($)
$470,000
21
Total Annual Avg. O&M Cost ($)
$1,333,000
22
Alternative (3)
23
Year
2026
24
Plant No.
WTP1
WTP2
WTP3
25
MDD (MGD)
2.44
4.6
0.84
26
Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)-Current Treatment
$183,000
$345,000
$63,000
27
Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)-GAC Media Replacement Cost
$0
1 $0
$60,000
28
Annual Avg. Operational Cost ($)-Ozonation
$0
$0
$21,000
29
Total Annual Avg. Chemical Usage Cost ($)/Plant
$183,000
$345,000
$144,000
30
Total Annual Avg. Labor Cost ($)
$470,000
31
Total Annual Avg. O&M Cost ($)
$1,142,000
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Total Engineering
SRF Contingency SRF Admin CA CEI Total Project
4
Total Cost Construction Services
Cost
10% Cost 2% 15% 5% 5%
5
Alternative No. 1
$61,620,000
$6,162,000
$67,782,000
$1,356,000
$10,168,000
$3,389,500
$3,389,500
$86,085,000
6
Alternative No. 2*
$50,200,000
$5,020,000
$55,220,000
$1,105,000
$8,283,000
$2,761,000
$2,761,000
$70,130,000
7
Alternative No. 3
$56,200,000
$5,620,000
$61,820,000
$1,237,000
$9,273,000
$3,091,000
$3,091,000
$78,512,000
s
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12
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Alternative No. 1 Alternative No. 2 Alternative No. 3
1s
Project No.1
Decommission WTP No. 1
Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 - 4.60 MGD
Rehabilitate WTP No. 1 - 2.44 MG
16
Project No. 2
Decommission WTP No. 2
Construct WTP No. 3 - 3.28 MGD
Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 - 4.60 MG
17
Construct WTP No. 3 - 7.28 MGD
[Construct WTP No. 3 - 0.84 MGD
Project No. 3
N/A
1s
Total Cost
$86,085,000
$70,130,000
$78,512,000
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4
Item Description Unit Quantity Unit Cost Total Cost Comments
5
General Conditions
6
1
21
Mobilization Bonds, Insurance
Demobilization and Project Closeout
LS
5%
$64,000
$64,000
7
LS
1
$26,000
$26,000
8
Demolition and Site Work
=IF,
9
3 Erosion and Sedimentation Control
LS
1
$100,000
$100,000
10
4 Removal of On -Site Buildings
LS
1
$400,000
$400,000
11
5 Salvage of Generator and Demolition of Generator Pad
LS
1
$50,000
$50,000
12
6 Abandonment of Wells
EA
2
$75,000
$150,000
131
7 Abandonment of Yard Piping
LS
1
$150,000
$150,000
141
81 Demolition of Ground Storage Tank
EA
1
$500,000
$500,000
MLA&oject
No.. • 1 1 1 1
Project No. 2 -Decommission WTP No. 2
16
17
General Conditions
18
1
21
Mobilization Bonds, Insurance
Demobilization and Project Closeout
LS 5%
$110,000 $110,000
19
LS 1
$41,000.00 $41,000.00
20
Demolition and Site Work
21
3
Erosion and Sedimentation Control
LS 1
$100,000
$100,000
22
4
Removal of On -Site Buildings
LS 1
$500,000
$500,000
23
5
Salvage of Generator and Demolition of Generator Pad
LS 1
$50,000
$50,000
24
6
Abandonment of Wells
EA 3
$75,000
$225,000
25
7
Abandonment of Yard Piping
LS 1
$150,000
$150,000
26
81
Demolition of Ground Storage Tank
EA 2
$500,000
$1,000,000
27
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Project No. 3 - Construction of WTP No.3 - 7.88 MGD
29
General Conditions 5%
30
1
2
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance
Record Drawings and Project Closeout
LS
LS
5%
$2,379,000
$2,379,000
31
1
$714,000
$714,000
32
33
Site Work
3 Erosion and Sedimentation Control LS
1
0 6%
$250,000 $250,000
34
4
Grading, Grassing, and Fencing
LS
1
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
35
5
Furnish and Install Concrete Driveway and Parking Area
LS
1
$75,000
$75,000
36
6
Furnish and Install Yard Piping
LS
1
$1,200,000
$1,200,000
37
Equip and Connect LFA Wells 17%
38
7 Install and Equip LFA Well EA 3 1 $3,250,000 1 $9,750,000
39
Ground Storage Tanks 14%
40
8 Furnish and Install 1.2 MG GST EA 2 $4,000,000 $8,000,000
41
Advanced Treatment System 28%
42
91
Furnish and Install Granular Activated Carbon System
LS 1
$10,000,000
$10,000,000
8 Pressure Vessels
43
10
Furnish and Install Ozonation System
LS 1
$6,500,000
$6,500,000
44
Disinfection System
2%
45
11
Furnish and Install Sodium Hypochlorite Storage Tank
LS 1
$100,000
$100,000
461
12
Furnish and Install Chemical Feed Pumps
Furnish and Install Disinfection Building
LS 1
$350,000
$350,000
47
13
SF 1000
$500
$500,000
48
High Service Pumps 6%
49
14
151
unnstall High Service Pumps and Aboveground Piping
Furnish and Install HSP and Controls Building
LS 1
$1,750,000 $1,750,000
50
SF 3200
$500 $1,600,000
51
Electrical and Controls System 21%
52
161
17
Furnish and Install Electrical and Controls System
Furnish and Install Diesel Generator and Generator Pad
LS
LS
1
$11,000,000
$11,000,000
53
1
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
54
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Alternative No.1 Project Cost Summary
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Project No. 1- Decommission WTP No. 1 Construction Cost
Project No. 2 - Decommission WTP No. 2 Construction Cost
Project No. 3 - Construct WTP No. 3 - 7.88 MGD Construction Cost
$1,440,000
57
$2,180,000
58
$58,000,000
59
Alternative No. 1 Subtotal
$61,620,000
60
SRF Contingency
10%
$6,162,000
61
Alternative No.1 Total Construction Cost
1 $67,782,000
62
SRF Administration
2%
$1,356,000
1631
64
Design/Permitting and Bidding Engineering Services
Post Design Technical Services (CEI and CA)
15%
$10,168,000
10%
$6,779,000
65
Alternative No. 1 Total• - •
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Project No. 1 Rehabilitation of WTP No. 2 - 4.60 MGD
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Item
Description
Unit
Quantity
Unit Cost
Total Cost
Comments
4
General Conditions
5
1
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance
%
5%
$600,000
$600,000
5%
6
21
Record Drawings and Project Closeout
LS
1
$120,000
$120,000
1%
7
Demolition
8
3
Erosion and Sedimentation Control
LS
1
$100,000
$100,000
9
4
Demolish Existing Fluoride Building
LS
1
$100,000
$100,000
10
5
Demolish Existing HSP Room and Electrical System
LS
1
$300,000
$300,000
11
6
Demolish Existing Disinfection Building and Disinfection System
LS
1
$100,000
$100,000
12
7
Salvage of Generator and Demolition of Generator Pad
LS
1
$50,000
$50,000
13
8
Demolish On -Site Well Pump Buildings
EA
3
$33,333
$100,000
14
15
91
Site Work
10
Demolish Existing Ground Storage Tank
Furnish and Install Temporary Disinfection Facilities
EA
LS
1
1
$500,000
$300,000
$500,000
$300,000
16
17
11
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Building
SF
600
$500
$300,000
18
12
Furnish and Install New High Service Pump Building
SF
2400
$500
$1,200,000
19
20
13
Wells
14
Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls Building SF 1000
Furnish and Install Well Head Piping and Pump Assemblies EA 2
$500
1 $350,000
$500,000
$700,000
21
22
15
Well Pump Test EA 2
$50,000
$100,000
23
Disinfection System
24
161
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Feed Pumps LS 1 $200,000
$200,000
25
171
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Storage LS 1 $80,000
$80,000
26
27
High Service Pumping
18 Furnish and Install New High Service Pumping System LS 1 $1,200,000 $1,200,000
28
Electrical and Controls System
29
191
Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls System LS 1
$6,000,000
$6,000,000
30
201
Furnish and Install New Diesel Generator LS 1
$650,000
$650,000
31
32
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Project No. 2 -Construction of WTP No.3 - 3.28 MGD
33
General Conditions 6%
34
1
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance % 5%
Record Drawings and Project Closeout LS 1
$1,709,000
$1,709,000
35
2
$684,000
$684,000
36
Site Work
7%
37
3
Erosion and Sedimentation Control LS 1
$150,000
$150,000
38
4
Grading, Grassing, and Fencing LS 1
$1,500,000
$1,500,000
39
5
Furnish and Install Concrete Driveway and Parking Area LS 1
$50,000
$50,000
40
6
Furnish and Install Yard Piping LS 1
$800,000
$800,000
41
Equip and Connect LFA Wells 18%
42
71 Install and Equip LFA Wells EA 1 2 1 $3,250,000 $6,500,000
43
Ground Storage Tanks 15%
44
81 Furnish and Install 0.75 MG GST EA 1 2 1 $2,700,000 1 $5,400,000
45
Advanced Treatment System 27%
46
91
Furnish and Install Granular Activated Carbon System
LS
1
1 $6,000,000
$6,000,000
5 Pressure Vessels
47
101
Furnish and Install Ozonation System
LS
1
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
48
Disinfection System 2%
49
11
Furnish and Install Sodium Hypochlorite Storage Tank LS 1
$80,000
$80,000
50
12
Furnish and Install Chemical Feed Pumps LS 1
$200,000
$200,000
51
13
Furnish and Install Disinfection Building SF 600
$500
$300,000
52
High Service Pumps
6%
53
14
Furnish and Install High Service Pumps and Aboveground Piping LS 1
$800,000
$800,000
54
15
Furnish and Install HSP and Controls Building SF 3000
$500
$1,500,000
55
Electrical and Controls System 19%
56
161 Furnish and Install Electrical and Controls System LS 1 1 $6,250,000
1 $6,250,000
57
171 Furnish and Install Diesel Generator and Generator Pad LS 1 1 $650,000
1 $650,000
58�137,000,000
59
Alternative No.2 Project Cost Summary
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Project No. 2 - Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 Construction Cost
Project No. 3 - Construct WTP No. 3 - 3.28 MGD Construction Cost
$13,200,000
$37,000,000
61
62
Alternative No. 2 Subtotal
$50,200,000
63
SRF Contingency
10%
$5,020,000
64
Alternative No. 2 Total Construction Cost
$55,220,000
65
SRF Administration
2%
15%
$1,105,000
$8,283,000
66
Design/Permitting and Bidding Engineering Services
Post Design Technical Services (CEI and CA)
10%
$5,522,000
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Item Description Unit Quantity Unit Cost Total Cost Comments
4
General Conditions
5
1
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance
%
5%
$610,000
$610,000 5%
6
21
Record Drawings and Project Closeout
LS
1
$122,000
$122,000 1%
7
Demolition
3 Erosion and Sedimentation Control LS
1
$120,000
$120,000
8
9
4
Demolish Existing Fluoride Building
LS
1
$150,000
$150,000
10
5
Demolish Existing HSP Room and Electrical System
LS
1
$300,000
$300,000
11
6
Demolish Existing Disinfection Building and Disinfection System
LS
1
$150,000
$150,000
12
13
7 Salvage of Generator and Demolition of Generator Pad
Site Work
8 Furnish and Install New Concrete Driveway
LS
LS
1
1
$50,000
$70,000
$50,000
$70,000
14
15
9
Furnish and Install Temporary HSP and Electrical Controls Facilities
LS
1
$1,300,000
$1,300,000
16
10
Furnish and Install Temporary Disinfection Facilities
LS
1
$300,000
$300,000
17
11
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Building
SF
600
$500
$300,000
18
12
Furnish and Install New High Service Pump Building
SF
1300
$500
$650,000
19
13
Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls Building
SF
1300
$500
$650,000
20
141
Furnish and Install Yard Piping
LS
1
1 $300,000
1 $300,000
21
Disinfection System
22
151
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Feed Pumps
LS
1
1 $200,000
1 $200,000
23
161
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Storage
LS
1
1 $80,000
1 $80,000
24
High Service Pumping
25
171 Furnish and Install New High Service Pumping System LS 1 1 $900,000 1 $900,000
26
Electrical and Controls System
27
181
Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls System
LS
1
1 $6,000,000
1 $6,000,000
28
191
Furnish and Install New Diesel Generator
LS
1
$650,000
$650,000
29
Subtotal $13,000,000
III
Project No. 2 -Rehabilitation IF WTP No. 2 III
- 4.60 MGD
3o
31
General Conditions
32
1
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance
%
5%
$600,000
$600,000 5%
331
1 2
Record Drawings and Project Closeout
LS
1
$120,000
$120,000 1%
34
Demolition
1 3 Erosion and Sedimentation Control LS
1 $100,000
$100,000
351
361
1 4
Demolish Existing Fluoride Building
LS
1
$100,000
$100,000
371
1 5
Demolish Existing HSP Room and Electrical System
LS
1
$300,000
$300,000
381
1 6
Demolish Existing Disinfection Building and Disinfection System
LS
1
$100,000
$100,000
391
1 7
Salvage of Generator and Demolition of Generator Pad
LS
1
$50,000
$50,000
401
1 8
Demolish On -Site Well Pump Buildings
EA
3
$33,333
$100,000
411
1 91
Demolish Existing Ground Storage Tank
EA
1
$500,000
$500,000
42
Site Work
431
1 10
1 Furnish and Install Temporary Disinfection Facilities
LS
1
$300,000
$300,000
441
Ill
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Building
SF
600
$500
$300,000
451
121
Furnish and Install New High Service Pump Building
SF
2400
$500
$1,200,000
461
131
Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls Building
SF
1000
$500
$500,000
47
Wells
48
14
Furnish and Install Well Head Piping and Pump Assemblies
EA
2
$350,000
$700,000
49
15
Well Pump Test
EA
2
$50,000
$100,000
50
Disinfection System
51
161
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Feed Pumps
LS
1
$200,000
$200,000
52
171
Furnish and Install New Disinfection Storage
LS
1
$80,000
$80,000
53
High Service Pumping
54
181 Furnish and Install New High Service Pumping System LS 1 1 $1,200,000 $1,200,000
55
Electrical and Controls System
56
191
Furnish and Install New Electrical and Controls System
Furnish and Install New Diesel Generator
LS
1
$6,000,000 $6,000,000
57
201
LS
1
$650,000 $650,000
58
M • W. 11 111
591
Project No. 3 - Construction of WTP No. 3 - 0.84 MGD
60
General Conditions 6%
61
1
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance
%
5%
$1,207,000
$1,207,000
62
21
Record Drawings and Project Closeout
LS
1
$483,000.00
$483,000.00
63
Site Work 7%
64
3
Erosion and Sedimentation Control
LS
1
$150,000
$150,000
651
41
Grading, Grassing, and Fencing
LS
1
$1,250,000
$1,250,000
661
51
Furnish and Install Concrete Driveway and Parking Area
LS
1
$60,000
$60,000
671
61
Furnish and Install Yard Piping
LS
1
$750,000
$750,000
68
Equip and Connect LFA Wells 21%
691
71 Install and Equip LFA Wells EA 2 $3,150,000 $6,300,000
70
1 Ground Storage Tanks 11%
711
1 81 Furnish and Install 0.6 MG GST EA 1 $3,200,000 $3,200,000
72
1 Advanced Treatment System 24%
731
1 91
Furnish and Install Granular Activated Carbon System
LS
1
$4,000,000
$4,000,000
3 Pressure Vessels
741
1 101
Furnish and Install Ozonation System
LS
1
$3,200,000
$3,200,000
75
1 Disinfection System 2%
761
1 Ill
Furnish and Install Sodium Hypochlorite Storage Tank
LS
1
$75,000
$75,000
771
121
Furnish and Install Chemical Feed Pumps
LS
1
$200,000
$200,000
781
131
Furnish and Install Disinfection Building
SF
600
$500
$300,000
79
High Service Pumps 7%
80
14
Furnish and Install High Service Pumps and Aboveground Piping
LS
1
$600,000
$600,000
81
151
Furnish and Install HSP and Controls Building
SF
2800
$500
$1,400,000
82
Electrical and Controls System 20%
83
161
Furnish and Install Electrical and Controls System
LS
1
$5,250,000
$5,250,000
84
17
Furnish and Install Diesel Generator and Generator Pad
LS
1
$60 1,000
$600,000
85
Subtotal 1 111 111
Alternative No.3 Project Cost Summary
86
87
Project No. 1- Rehabilitate WTP No. 1 Construction Cost
$13,000,000
gg
Project No. 2 - Rehabilitate WTP No. 2 Construction Cost
$13,200,000
89
Project No. 3 - Construct WTP No. 3 - 0.84 MGD Construction Cost
$30,000,000
90
Alternative No. 3 Subtotal $56,200,000
91
SRF Contingency
10% $5,620,000
92
Alternative No. 3 Total Construction Cost 1 $61,820,000
93
SRF Administration 2% $1,237,000
94
Design/Permittign and Bidding Engineering Services 15% $9,273,000
95
Post Design Technical Services (CEI and CA) 10% $6,182,000
96
Alternative No. 3 Total Project Cost $78,512,000
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City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
APPENDIX D:
Preliminary Ecological Assessment
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facilities Plan FINAL
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D-1
PRELIMINARY
ECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT REPORT
CITY OF LONGWOOD
FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER
FACILITY PLAN
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
JULY 2025
Engineers
Architects
Planners
Surveyors
Landscape Architects
Traffi QTra n spo rta ii o n
Environmental Scientists
Construction Management
Prepared by:
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Engineer -COA3215 LandscapeArchitect -LCOM298 Architect - AAZ6000926 Surveyor -LM43
PRELIMINARY ECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT REPORT
CITY OF LONGWOOD
FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER
FACILITY PLAN
SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
JULY 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
1.0 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................1
2.0 METHODOLOGY..............................................................................................................................2
3.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS..................................................................................................................2
3.1 Soils....................................................................................................................................2
3.2 Vegetation and Land Use Types.........................................................................................3
3.3 Prime Farmland..................................................................................................................5
3.4 Wetlands & Surface Waters................................................................................................5
4.0 REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS.................................................................................................6
4.1 Florida Department of Environmental Protection.................................................................6
4.2 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers............................................................................................7
5.0 PROTECTED FAUNA AND FLORA..................................................................................................8
5.1 Records Search...................................................................................................................8
5.2 Field Investigation...............................................................................................................8
5.3 Protected Fauna and Flora Regulatory Considerations......................................................9
5.3.1 Migratory Bird Treaty Act..................................................................................10
5.3.2 Bald Eagle........................................................................................................10
5.3.3 Wood Stork Core Foraging Area......................................................................11
5.3.4 Gopher Tortoise...............................................................................................11
5.3.5 USFWS Florida Scrub -jay Consultation Area...................................................12
5.3.6 USFWS Everglades Snail Kite Consultation Area............................................12
6.0 SUMMARY..................................................................................................................................... 13
APPENDICES
APPENDIX A — Figures
Figure 1 Location Map
Figure 2 Soils Map
Figures 3A-3C Preliminary Vegetation and Land Use Map
Figure 4 Species Map
APPENDIX B — Photographs
Exhibit B1
Study Area #1 Photograph Location Map
Exhibit B2
Photographs
Exhibit B3
Study Area #2 Photograph Location Map
Exhibit B4
Photographs
Exhibit B5
Study Area #3 Photograph Location Map
Exhibit B6
Photographs
Exhibit B7
Photographs
1.0 INTRODUCTION
CPH Consulting, LLC (CPH), Environmental Services, conducted a preliminary ecological
assessment of the City of Longwood Florida Department of Environmental Projection (FDEP) State
Revolving Fund (SRF) Drinking Water Facility Plan study area on June 25, 2025. The purpose of the
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facility Plan improvements is to refurbish the existing West Water
Treatment Plant No.2, abandon and demolish the existing Water Treatment Plan No. 1, and construct
a new East Water Treatment Plant. The goal of the project is to provide potable water treatment to
the community in the City's service area. The project will not have an adverse human health or
environmental effects on minority or low-income communities as the project will benefit all within the
service area. The subject study areas total approximately 4.24-acres and are located in Sections 32
and 33, Township 20 South, Range 30 East, Seminole County, Florida (Figure 1, Appendix A). The
first study area is approximately 0.92 acres at the existing West Water Treatment Plant No.2 located
at 870 West Church Avenue Longwood, Florida. The second study area is approximately 0.60 acres
at the existing Water Treatment Plant No.1 located at 108 Myrtle Street Longwood, Florida. The third
study area is approximately 2.72 acres located northwest of the intersection of East State Road 434
and North U.S. Highway 17192 and south of the Longwood Public Utilities Department. The purpose
of this preliminary assessment is to: 1) provide a general estimate of the type and extent of upland
habitat types and confirm the approximate extent and configuration of areas expected to fall within
the wetland regulatory jurisdiction of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE); 2) conduct a public database search for the known or
probable geographic distribution of protected species within these habitat types; 3) conduct a
preliminary review for protected wildlife and plant species occurrence based on direct observation
during the field investigation; 4) assess on -site wetland habitats, if applicable; and 5) identify special
environmental designations on, or within proximity to, the subject study area.
Vegetation associations and landscape descriptions were identified from aerial photography and field
observations, the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) Soil Survey of Seminole County, Florida and
ground truthing. There are five (5) vegetation and land use classifications and three (3) soil types
mapped within the subject study area. Vegetation and land uses are generally classified following
the Florida Land Use, Cover and Forms Classification System (FLUCFCS) (FDOT 1999).
2.0 METHODOLOGY
In June 2025, scientists performed pedestrian surveys of the study area for the presence of protected
flora and fauna and wetlands and surface waters. Pedestrian transects were sufficient to cover the
subject study area. Before the reconnaissance -level survey, a list of potentially occurring protected
flora and fauna was compiled based upon on -site habitat types and known or probable geographic
distribution of protected species within these habitat types.
3.0 EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
The 4.24-acre study area is divided into three (3) study areas. The study areas are surrounded by
urban development consisting of commercial, retail and residential land uses. The subject study
areas include existing water treatment plants and undeveloped land in an urban area.
3.1 Soils
The Soil Survey of Seminole County, Florida identifies three (3) soil map units within the
study area (Figure 2). A summary of the characteristics of these soil types, as described by
the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation
Service (NRCS), formerly Soil Conservation Service (SCS) Soil Survey Geographic
(SSURGO) database, is as follows:
Adamsville — Sparr fine sands
The soils in this map unit are level to nearly level and somewhat poorly drained. They are
on low ridges on the uplands and on low knolls on the flatwoods. The slopes are dominantly
less than 2 percent. A seasonal high water table is within 12 to 36 inches of the surface of
Adamsville and Sparr soils for up to 6 months. The permeability of Adamsville soil is rapid.
The permeability of Sparr soil is rapid in the surface and subsurface layers and is slow or
moderately slow in the subsoil. The available water capacity is low to very low in Adamsville
soil, and it is low in the surface and subsurface layers and moderate in the subsoil of Sparr
soil. Natural fertility is low in Adamsville and Sparr soils.
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Tavares — Millhopper fine sands, 0 to 5 percent slopes
The soils in this map unit are nearly level to gently sloping and moderately well drained.
These soils are on low ridges and knolls on the uplands. The slopes are nearly smooth to
slightly convex and range from 0 to 5 percent. The soils in this map unit have a seasonal
high water table at a depth of 36 to 60 inches for 2 to 6 months. The permeability of Tavares
soil is rapid or very rapid. The permeability of Millhopper soil is rapid in the surface and
subsurface layers and moderately slow in the subsoil. The available water capacity is very
low in Tavares soils. The available water capacity of Millhopper soil is low in the surface and
subsurface layers and moderate in the subsoil. Natural fertility is very low in Tavares soil
and low in Millhopper soil. The content of organic matter is very low in Tavares soil and low
to moderately low in Millhopper soil.
Urban land, 0 to 2 percent slopes
This miscellaneous area is covered by urban facilities, such as shopping centers, parking
lots, industrial buildings, houses, streets, sidewalks, airports, and related structures. The
natural soil cannot be observed. Slopes generally range from 0 to 2 percent. Drainage
systems have been established in most areas of Urban land. Depth to the seasonal high
water table is dependent upon the functioning of the drainage system.
3.2 Vegetation and Land Use Types
Five (5) vegetation and land use classifications are mapped within the subject study area
boundaries. Vegetation and land use classifications are generally classified in accordance
with the Florida Land Use, Cover and Forms Classification System (FLUCFCS) (FDOT
1999). The following descriptive titles and FLUCFCS numbers assess the study area's
vegetation and land uses and are presented on Figures 3A, 3B, and 3C. Select
photographs of the subject study area is provided in Appendix B.
Commercial and Services (FLUCFCS No. 140)
This land use classification describes areas associated with the distribution of products and
services. The category includes all secondary structures associated with the enterprise
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including parking lots, sheds, warehouses, office buildings, and driveways. This land use
classification is located within the third study area and is part of the ingress and egress to
the City's property. The ingress and egress area is part of the parking lot for the Addition
Financial Credit Union and Acme Superstore commercial services located south of the third
study area. Vegetation was not observed in these areas as they are existing parking lots.
Undeveloped Land within urban areas (FLUCFCS No. 191)
This land use classification includes undeveloped land within urban areas that may be in a
transitional state and ultimately will be developed. This land use is located within the third
study area. Vegetation observed included Bahia grass (Paspalum notatum), cabbage palm
(Sabal palmetto), camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora), beggar ticks (Bidens alba),
earpod tree (Enterolobium cyclocarpum), Florida sand spurs (Cenchrus echinatus),
Australian pine (Casuarina equisetifolia), Brazilian pepper (Schinus terebinthifolia), live oak
(Quercus virginiana), crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica), St. Augustine grass
(Stenotaphrum secundatum), blackberry (Rubus argutus), laurel oak (Quercus laurifolia),
muscadine (Vitis rotundifolia), ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia) and various grasses and
weeds.
Roads and Highways (FLUCFCS No. 814)
This land use classification describes roads and highways used for the movement of people
and goods by usage of motor vehicles. This land use classification includes clear zones,
ingress and egress areas, landscaped right-of-ways and grassed mediums. The roads and
highways are located within the third study area and includes the access road to the
Longwood Public Utilities Department.
Electrical Power Transmission Lines (FLUCFCS No. 832)
This land use classification describes an electrical powerline easement that extends along
the west side of the third study area boundary. Vegetation observed included Bahia grass,
ragweed and various grasses and weeds.
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Water Supply Plants (FLUCFCS No. 833)
This land use classification describes the Water Treatment Plant No.1 and West Water
Treatment Plant No.2. Vegetation observed included Bahia grass, St. Augustine grass,
crape myrtle, queen palm (Syagrus romanzoffiana), bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris), live oak,
Florida tasselflower (Emilia fosbergii), frogfruit (Phyla nodiflora), pennywort (Centella sp.),
Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia), Mexican clover (Richardia brasiliensis),
beggarticks, ragweed and various grasses and weeds.
3.3 Prime Farmland
The Farmland Protection Policy Act was enacted in 1981 (P.L. 98-98) to minimize the
unnecessary conversion of farmland to nonagricultural uses as a result of federal actions. In
addition, the Act seeks to assure that federal programs are administered in a manner that
will be compatible with state and local policies and programs that have been developed to
protect farmland. The policy of the NRCS is to protect significant agricultural lands from
conversions that are irreversible and result in the loss of essential food and environmental
resources. The NRCS has developed criteria for assessing the effects of federal actions on
converting farmland to other uses, including a Farmland Conversion Impact Rating form AD-
1066 that documents a site -scoring evaluation process to assess its potential agricultural
value. The proposed City of Longwood Drinking Water Facility Plan improvements include
refurbishing the existing West Water Treatment Plant No.2, abandoning and demolishing
the existing Water Treatment Plan No.1, and construction of a new East Water Treatment
Plant. The proposed improvements will not adversely affect agricultural lands as the study
area is within existing water treatment facilities and urban land surrounded by transportation
and commercial land uses.
3.4 Wetlands & Surface Waters
According to wetland delineation methodologies outlined in the Corps of Engineers Wetland
Delineation Manual (1987), the 2008 Corps Interim Regional Supplement to the Corps
Wetland Delineation Manual: Atlantic & Gulf Coastal Plain Region and the State of Florida
Unified Wetland Delineation Methodology (Section 62-340, F.A.C.), habitats classified as
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wetlands and surface waters were not observed within the subject study area during the field
investigation.
4.0 REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
4.1 Florida Department of Environmental Protection
The FDEP regulates isolated wetlands and those considered within or connected to "Waters
of the State" pursuant to Chapter 403 of the Florida Statues, Rules 62-302 and 62-330 of
the Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). Development activities altering wetlands and/or
drainage require a Statewide Environmental Resource Permit (SWERP) from the FDEP.
Different SWERP Permits for various activities, General Permits, and exemptions can be
found in the State of Florida Environmental Resource Permit Applicant's Handbook, Volume
1. Specific design standards, basin -specific criteria, and procedures can be found in the State
of Florida Environmental Resource Permit Applicant's Handbook, Volume II. Habitats
classified as wetlands and surface waters were not observed within the subject project area
during the field investigation.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires coverage under the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) generic permit for discharge from large
and small construction activities for any project that results in the clearing of one or more
acres, pursuant to 40 CFR parts 122 and 124 and the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection (FDEP), pursuant to rule 62-621.300 (4), F.A.C. The EPA has delegated
responsibility to the FDEP to administer the NPDES permits for the State of Florida. In
association with this permit, a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), which will be
implemented during the project's construction, will also be required. The primary function of
the NPDES requirements is to ensure that sediment and erosion are controlled during the
project's construction. The NPDES permit typically requires Best Management Practices to
ensure compliance with water quality standards. In addition, coverage under the generic
permit for the discharge of produced groundwater from a non -contaminated site activity must
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be secured for any construction -related dewatering activity pursuant to Rule 62-621.302.
The SWPPP should be included in the project engineering design plans.
4.2 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
The ACOE regulates wetlands and other waters under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(CWA), specifically those that qualify as "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS). Following
the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in in Sackett v. EPA, 598 U.S. 651(2023), and as clarified
in the March 2025 Memorandum to the Field, the Corps'jurisdiction over wetlands is limited
to those that have a continuous surface connection to a relatively permanent body of water
that is itself a water of the United States. The 2025 Memorandum clarifies that a "continuous
surface connection" means a direct and unbroken surface linkage between a wetland and a
relatively permanent waterbody, such that the wetland is indistinguishable from the adjacent
water during ordinary conditions. Features such as man-made barriers, berms, or
disconnected drainage swales do not meet this standard if they interrupt surface hydrology
in a manner that severs the physical connection.
As a result of the Sackett decision, wetlands that are adjacent but hydrologically separated
from jurisdictional waters —such as those connected only through subsurface flow,
intermittent or ephemeral features, or indirect hydrological connections —no longer fall under
federal jurisdiction. This interpretation supersedes previous reliance on broader connectivity
standards established in Rapanos v. United States, 547 U.S. 715 (2006), and Solid Waste
Agency of Northern Cook CountV v. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (SWANCC), 531 U.S.
159 2001 , which allowed for jurisdiction based on significant nexus or isolated interstate
commerce connections. Accordingly, isolated wetlands or wetlands lacking a continuous
surface connection to a relatively permanent waterbody are considered non -jurisdictional for
purposes of Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting.
After a preliminary review of the subject study areas, areas meeting the jurisdictional
definition of "Waters of the United States" pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water
Act were not observed within the subject study area.
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5.0 PROTECTED FAUNA AND FLORA
Preliminary ecological investigations included a review of published and unpublished literature
concerning the subject study area and surrounding area, solicitation of databases on protected
species, field investigation to generally delineate and characterize the habitats and a preliminary field
survey for the occurrence of protected flora and fauna.
5.1 Records Search
Prior to the initiation of fieldwork, a records review of documented wildlife observations
(Wildlife Occurrence Database System) maintained by the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FFWCC) was conducted. Other resources used as aids included
the following: aerials, Soil Survey of Seminole County, Florida; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS) Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) database, Florida Natural Areas
Inventory (FNAI) Biodiversity Matrix database; and Official Lists of Endangered and
Potentially Endangered Fauna and Flora in Florida (FFWCC). The records review did not
indicate recorded observations or occurrences of protected species within the
subject study area (Figure 4).
5.2 Field Investigation
CPH biologists conducted field investigations of the subject study areas on June 25, 2025.
General reconnaissance of the property was conducted, looking for the occurrence of federal
or state -listed flora and fauna and general wildlife utilization. Regulatory oversight for
protected fauna and flora is the responsibility of the USFWS, FFWCC, and the Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). The USFWS is the federal
agency responsible for protecting the nation's fish and wildlife resources through the
implementation of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended ("ESA," 16 U.S.C.
1513-1543). Species (or their signs) protected underthe ESA were not observed within
the subject study area during the field investigation.
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The FFWCC regulates the taking of species listed as endangered, threatened, or of special
concern and their nests through Rules listed in 68A-27 Florida Administrative Code. The
FFWCC also provides technical assistance to other agencies with regulatory authority over
activities that may affect fish and wildlife and their habitat. State -protected species listed
under the Rule 68A-27, Florida Administrative Code, were not observed within, or
adjacent to, the subject study area during the field investigation.
Section 581.185, Florida Statutes and Chapter 513-40, F.A.C., delegates authority to FDACS
to designate and regulate plants listed as "endangered," "commercially exploited," and
"threatened." It is unlawful for an individual to harvest endangered or commercially exploited
plants from the private land of another or any public land without first obtaining written
permission from the landowner and a permit from FDACS. It is unlawful for an individual to
harvest a threatened plant from private or public land without first obtaining the written
permission of the landowner. FDACS-listed endangered and threatened species were
not observed within the subject study area during the field investigation.
Wildlife utilization is a measure of direct observations or evidence of animals' presence (e.g.
scat, tracks, dens, etc.). Potential wildlife utilization was evaluated on food sources, nesting
areas, roosting areas, den areas and protective covering. The potential for wildlife utilization
of the subject study area is considered low due to their location in an urban area adjacent to
heavily trafficked roads and commercial development. During the field investigation, direct
observations or signs of wildlife within the study area included eastern gray squirrels (Sciurus
carolinensis), American crows (Corvus brachyrhynchos), cats (Felis catus), white ibis
(Eudocimus albus) and a northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis).
5.3 Protected Fauna and Flora Regulatory Considerations
Below is a discussion of select species or groups of wildlife that frequently affect
development sites or can affect a project even though these species are not physically
located on the project.
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5.3.1 Migratory Bird Treaty Act
The USFWS also administers and enforces the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA)
of 1918, as amended (16 USC 703-712), which makes it unlawful to pursue, hunt,
take, capture, kill or sell birds listed therein ("migratory birds"). The statute does not
discriminate between live or dead birds and grants full protection to any bird parts,
including feathers, eggs, and nests. A migratory bird is any species or family of birds
that live, reproduce, or migrate within or across international borders at some point
during their annual life cycle. The current list of birds protected under the MBTA
was published in the Federal Register on July 31, 2023, and became effective on
August 30, 2023. In total, 1,106 bird species are protected by the MBTA. Several
species protected under the MBTA were identified on, or within the vicinity of, the
subject study areas during the field investigation. Provided the construction
activities do not directly kill or harm birds, their nests or eggs, or cause nest
failure due to disturbance, the proposed City of Longwood Water Treatment
Plant Facilities Plan project has a low probability of violating the MBTA.
5.3.2 Bald Eagle
The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 668-668d) and the regulations
derived therefrom (50 CFR 22) state, in part, that no person shall take any bald
eagle or any golden eagle, alive or dead, or any part, nest, or egg thereof (with
"take" meaning to pursue, shoot, shoot at, poison, wound, kill, capture, trap, collect,
molest or disturb). Federal and State laws and regulations make it unlawful to take
any listed species (with "take" meaning to harass, harm, pursue, hunt, shoot, wound,
kill, trap, capture, or collect) or to attempt to engage in any such conduct.
According to the Florida Audubon Society Eagle Watch Program database, active
nests are not documented as occurring within the subject study area (Figure 4).
The closest documented bald eagle nest (Nest SE107) is located approximately
0.45 miles north of the first study area. The presence of this nest will not
adversely affect development of the subject study area due to the distance
between the nest and the study area.
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5.3.3 USFWS Wood Stork Core Foraging Area
The wood stork (Mycteria americans) is listed as Threatened by the USFWS and
the FFWCC. The wood stork is protected under the Endangered Species Act of
1973, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq. and Florida Chapter 68A, Florida
Administrative Code. Inundated forested wetlands, cypress strands and domes,
mixed hardwood swamps, and sloughs provide nesting habitat. Nest sites are
generally in woody vegetation over standing water or on islands surrounded by
broad expanses of open water. Shallow freshwater marshes, ponds, flooded
pastures, and ditches provide suitable foraging habitat. Wood storks nest in colonies
and will return to the same colony site for many years so long as the site and the
surrounding foraging habitat continue to supply the needs of the birds. The USFWS
has determined the extent of the Core Foraging Area (CFA) as approximately 15
miles, for central Florida counties, from the nesting colony. The subject study
areas are located within the CFA of a wood stork colony (Figure 4). During the
field investigation, wood stork foraging habitat was not observed within the
subject study area. Based on current regulatory guidance, further action to
address the wood stork is not a consideration of the three (3) study areas.
5.3.4 Gopher Tortoise
The gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is listed as a "Threatened" species by
the FFWCC and is protected by state law under Chapter 68A-27, Florida
Administrative Code. The gopher tortoise is found throughout Florida and is
generally associated with longleaf pine and xeric oak sand hills but is also located
in scrub, xeric hammock, pine flatwoods, dry prairie, coastal grasslands and dunes,
mixed hardwood -pine, and a variety of disturbed habitats. If the gopher tortoise or
signs of the tortoise, such as burrows, is observed, their presence must be
addressed before on -site construction activities. The FFWCC is the state agency
responsible for overseeing the management of this species, including permitting.
During the field investigation gopher tortoises, and their signs, were not
observed within the three (3) study areas. According to FFWCC regulations,
gopher tortoise surveys are valid for 90 days. CPH recommends conducting
another gopher tortoise survey at least 90 days before start of construction to
determine if gopher tortoise permitting is required.
5.3.5 USFWS Florida Scrub -jay Consultation Area
The Florida scrub -jay (Aphelocoma coerulescens coerulescens) is listed as a
Threatened species by the USFWS through the Endangered Species Act of 1973,
as amended, (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.) The USFWS issues a Biological Opinion (BO)
for projects and their effects on the threatened Florida scrub -jay in accordance with
Section 7 or Section 10 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (ESA)
(87 stat. 884;16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). The BO will spell out the negotiated mitigation
measures taken by the property to ensure the listed species is not adversely
affected. The study area is located in the USFWS Florida Scrub -jay
Consultation Area (Figure 4).
If scrub habitat is within '/4 mile of the site, regardless of the type of habitat on the
subject project, the USFWS considers the on -site habitat Type III scrub -jay habitat.
According to the USFWS database known scrub -jay territory is not in the vicinity of
the three (3) study areas (Figure 4). The closest USFWS scrub -jay territory is
mapped approximately 3.64 miles east of the third study area. Based upon field
observations, scrub -jays and scrub -jay habitat were not observed within, or
adjacent to, the subject study area. Based on current regulatory guidance
further action to address the Florida scrub -jay is not a consideration for the
three (3) study areas.
5.3.6 USFWS Everglade Snail Kite Consultation Area
The Everglade snail kite (Rostrhamus sociabilis plumbeus) is listed as Endangered
by the USFWS and the FFWCC. The Everglade snail kite is protected under the
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq. Typical
Everglade snail kite habitat consists of freshwater marshes and the shallow
vegetated edges of lakes (natural and man-made) where apple snails (Pomacea
paludosa) can be found. Everglade snail kites require suitable foraging areas that
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are relatively clear and open to visually search for their specialized diet (apple
snails). If suitable habitat is present or snail kites are reported on -site, the survey
procedures should be conducted from January to May during the breeding season.
The study area is located within the USFWS Everglade Snail Kite Consultation
Area (Figure 4). Based upon field observations, the snail kite and snail kite
habitat were not observed within, or adjacent, to the subject study area. Based
on current regulatory guidance, further action to address the Everglade snail
kite is not a consideration of the three (3) study areas.
6.0 SUMMARY
The 4.24-acre City of Longwood FDEP SRF Drinking Water Facility Plan study area is located in the
City of Longwood, Florida and divided into three (3) study areas. The first study area is the existing
West Water Treatment Plant No.2 located at 870 West Church Avenue Longwood, Florida. The
second study area is the existing Water Treatment Plant No.1 located at 108 Myrtle Street Longwood,
Florida. The third study area is located northwest of the intersection of East State Road 434 and
North U.S. Highway 17/92 and south of the Longwood Public Utilities Department. The purpose of
the City of Longwood FDEP SRF Drinking Water Facility Plan improvements is to refurbish the
existing West Water Treatment Plant No.2, abandon and demolish the existing Water Treatment
Plan No.1, and construct a new East Water Treatment Plant. The study area is surrounded by urban
development consisting of commercial, retail, transportation and residential land uses. The three (3)
study areas include existing water treatment plants and urban land.
According to wetland delineation methodologies outlined in the Corps of Engineers Wetland
Delineation Manual (1987), the 2008 Corps Interim Regional Supplement to the Corps Wetland
Delineation Manual: Atlantic & Gulf Coastal Plain Region and the State of Florida Unified Wetland
Delineation Methodology (Section 62-340, F.A.C.) habitats classified as wetlands and surface waters
were not observed within the subject study area during the field investigation.
Development activities altering wetlands (and surface waters) and/or drainage will require a
Statewide Environmental Resource Permit (SWERP) from the FDEP. Different SWERP permits for
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various actives, General Permits, and exemptions can be found in the State of Florida Environmental
Resource Permit Applicant's Handbook, Volume I. Specific design standards, basin -specific criteria,
and procedures can be found in the State of Florida Environmental Resource Permit Applicant's
Handbook, Volume II.
After a preliminary review of the subject study areas, areas meeting the jurisdictional definition of
"Waters of the United States" pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act were not observed
within the subject study area. Therefore, permitting with the ACOE is not required for the three (3)
study areas.
The gopher tortoise is listed as a "Threatened" species by the FFWCC and is protected by state law
under Chapter 68A-27, Florida Administrative Code. Tortoises, and their signs, were not observed
within, or adjacent to, the three (3) study areas during the June 25, 2025 field investigation. Tortoise
surveys are valid for 90 days pursuant to FFWCC regulations.
As a preliminary assessment, the findings of this report concerning native vegetation and land use
may be subject to change upon more detailed analysis. Additionally, failure to detect a listed species
does not necessarily infer species absence as wildlife are mobile, exhibit seasonality of occurrence,
and generally have low population levels. Further, nothing in this report regarding environmental
laws, rules, and regulations is intended to be a legal interpretation or opinion., Thus, readers of this
report should contact an attorney concerning any matters of law.
ME
APPENDIX A
Figures
Preliminary Ecological Assessment Report
City of Longwood
FDEP SRF Drinking Water
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biologist: CK GIS: ERR)ASEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Scale: 1 inch = 1,500 feet N I SOILS MAP I
Date: 7/2/2025 FIGURE
Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF ❑RINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST
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Date: 7/2/2025 1 FIGURE
Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN 3A
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST
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Scale: 1 inch = 30 feet N STUDY AREA Q PRELIMINARY VEGETATION AND LAND USE MAP
Date: 7/2/2025 FIGURE
Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN 3B
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR A SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
FLUCFCS Code
FLUCFCS Classification
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Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN 3C
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST
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Crested Caracara Consultation Area (USFWS, 2020)
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Everglade Snail Kite Consultation Area (USFWS, 2003)
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Photo Date: NIA CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST 4
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR k SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
APPENDIX B
Photographs
Preliminary Ecological Assessment Report
City of Longwood
FDEP SRF Drinking Water
Facility Plan
Seminole County, Florida
FLUCFCS Code FLUCFCS Classification Approx. Acreage Percent of Site
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Date: 7/2/2025 EXHIBIT
Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN B�
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR A SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Photograph 91 A - Facing North
Photograph #1 C - Facing South
Photograph #1 B - Facing East
Photograph #1 D - Facing West
Refer to Exhibits B1 for photograph location.
Scale: NIA PHOTOGRAPHS
Date. Photo 1ate:Ju EXHIBIT
Photo Date: June 2025 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF ❑KINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST B2
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
FLUCFCS Code FLUCFCS Classification Approx. Acreage Percent of Site
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Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST B3
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Scale: NIA PHOTOGRAPHS
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Date: 7/2/2025 EXHIBIT
Photo Date: 2024 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST B5
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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Photograph #3B - Facing Ea,—.
Photograph #4A- Facing North
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Scale: NIA PHOTOGRAPHS
Date. Photo 1ate:Ju EXHIBIT
Photo Date: June 2025 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST BG
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Photograph #4C - Facing South
Photograph #4❑ - Facing West
Refer to Exhibits B5 for photagraph location.
Scale: NIA PHOTOGRAPHS
Photo Date: June
EXHIBIT
Photo Date: June 2025 CITY OF LONGWOOD FDEP SRF DRINKING WATER FACILITY PLAN B7
Project No. 2500699 SECTIONS 32 & 33, TOWNSHIP 20 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST
Biologist: CK GIS: ERR SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA
City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
APPENDIX E:
Public Participation
a. Copy of Advertisement
b. Affidavit of Publication
c. Public Participation Presentation and Meeting Minutes
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facilities Plan FINAL
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E-1
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
City of Longwood
Potable Water Treatment Plant Improvements
The City of Longwood hereby gives notice of a public meeting to be held on Thursday,
May 28, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the City of Longwood Commission
Chambers at 175 West Warren Avenue, Longwood, FL 32750, to provide an oppor-
tunity for public participation in the evaluation of the preliminary draft planning document
for the design and construction of potable water treatment plant improvements prepared
by CPH Consulting, LLC.
The preliminary draft planning document outlines the alternatives considered, the antic-
ipated financial impacts of the project, and the recommendation to proceed with project
design and construction. The document is currently in draft form and remains subject to
minor revisions based upon preliminary review comments.
All interested parties are invited to attend the public meeting at the date and time identi-
fied above. Following a brief presentation, all persons wishing to speak will be provided
an opportunity to do so.
Copies of the preliminary draft planning document will be available by making a public
records request to the City Clerk's Office online at www.longwoodfl.org, calling (407)
260-3441, or emailing clerk@ longwoodfl.org. While available for inspection, the docu-
ments should be considered preliminary and subject to change.
For additional information or copies of meeting materials, please contact Sandy Schuk-
Dukes, Project Manager, at sdukes@longwoodfl.org or (407) 263-2336.
Any person requiring special accommodations due to a disability or physical impairment
should contact the A.D.A Coordinator, at (407) 260-3466 at least five (5) days prior to
the meeting.
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LONGW
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June 1, 2026
To whom it may concern,
CITY OF LONGWOOD
City Clerk's Department
Fostering citizen trust and cultivating a prosperous community
This letter serves as certification that the City of Longwood provided public notice for the Public Meeting
regarding the Potable Water Treatment Plant Improvements project held on May 28, 2026, at the City of
Longwood Commission Chambers,
The City of Longwood published the public notice in the following manner:
• The Public Notice was advertised on the City's Online Newspaper (Column) on May 141 2026.
• The public notice was posted on the official City of Longwood website on May 18, 2026.
• The public notice was posted on the City's public notice board located outside Longwood City
Hall on May 18, 2026.
• A reminder notice regarding the meeting was published through the City's official social media
channels on May 27, 2026.
These actions were taken to inform the public of the meeting and provide an opportunity for public
participation regarding the evaluation of the preliminary draft planning document for the Potable Water
Treatment Plant Improvements project.
I hereby certify that the foregoing information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and
records maintained by the City of Longwood.
Llane Cartagena
City Clerk
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF SEMINOLE
The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me by means of ❑physical presence or ❑online
notarization, this day of U L , 20?�by �o.nL !'4g2�'►0� who personally known
to me or ❑ produced his/her Driver's License as identification and who did/did not take an oath.
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175 West Warren Avenue .Longwood, Florida 32750 . (407) 260-3440 Voice . (407) 260-3419 Fax
www.longwoodfl.or$
Sf-:MINOLtCOUNTY
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AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
Seminole County
1101 East First Street, Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 665-0311
State of Florida, County of Orange, ss:
I, Anjana Bhadoriya, of lawful age, being duly sworn upon oath
depose and say that I am an agent of Column Software, PBC,
duly appointed and authorized agent of the Publisher of
Seminole County; that the attached copy of advertisement,
being a legal advertisement or public notice in the matter of
Public Notice - Water Plant - CPH, was published on the publicly
accessible website of Seminole County, hosted by Column
Software, PBC on the below dates.
Publication Dates:
• May 14, 2026
Affiant further says that the website complies with all legal
requirements for publication in chapter 50, Florida Statutes.
Notice ID: GYzoYzXPNIgDzPnCOKcT
Publication Fee: $150.00
Agent (As Authorized Signatory of Column Software, PBC)
VERIFICATION
State of Florida
County of Orange
Signed or attested before me on this:
Notary Public
See Proof on Next Page
Public Notice - Water Plant - CPH I Page 1 of 2
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
City of Longwood
Potable Water Treatment Plant Improvements
The City of Longwood hereby gives notice of a public meeting to be held on Thursday,
May 28, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the City of Longwood Commission
Chambers at 175 West Warren Avenue, Longwood, FL 32750, to provide an oppor-
tunity for public participat icn in the evaluation of the preliminary draft planning document
for the design and construction of potable water treatment plant improvements prepared
by CPH Consulting, LLC.
The preliminary draft gunning document outlines the alternatives considered, the antic-
pated financial impacts of the project, and the recommendation to proceed with project
design and con strvction.The document is currently in draft form and remains subject to
minor revisions based upon preliminary review comments.
All interested parties are invited to attend the public meeting at the date and time identi-
fied above. Following a brief presentation, all persons wishing to speak will be provided
an opportunity to do so.
Copies of the preliminary draft planning document will be available by making a public
records request to the City Clerk's Office online at www. I o ngwoodfl. o rg, calling (407)
260-3441, or emailing clerk@Eongwoodfl.org. While available for inspection, the docu-
ments should be considered preliminary and subject to change.
For additional information or copies of meeting materials, please contact Sandy Schuk-
Dukes, Project Manager, at sdukes*longwoodfl.org or (407) 263-2336.
Any person requiring special accommodations due to a disability or physical impairment
should contact the ARA Coordinator, at (407) 260-3466 at least five (5) days prior to
the meeting.
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City of Longwood Water Plant Replacement Project — Facilities Plan Meeting
1. Meeting Context
• Date: 28 - May - 2026
• Time: 5:00 PM
• Format: In -person (City Chambers; with live recording and YouTube broadcast:
• https://www.youtube.com/live/wu7MHM8dHSc?si=g84LtlhchOuuwOb6
• Participants:
• William Watts; City Manager
• Liane Cartagena; City Clerk
• Matthew Hockenberry; Deputy Public Wors Director
• Jammie Tackett; Utility Manager
• Sandy Dukes; Project Manager
• Roberto M. Gonzalez, P.E.; CPH Senior Project Manager
• Amr Zakey, E.I.; CPH Senior Project Manager
• Aiden Karn, E.I.; CPH Project Manager
o Public attendees/speakers: Michael Phinning, Joanne Rebello, Melonie Galvon,
Judy Putz, Dave Putz, Brian Roy, Lina Mejia, Ricardo Aakron, Lori Rice, Elsie and
Johnnie Richardson, Billyand Jenn Barr, and John Hicks
• Short Description:
The City of Longwood hosted a public forum to present its drinking water facilities plan,
a requirement for securing a State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan. Consultants from CPH
detailed the need to modernize the city's aging water treatment plants, driven by
infrastructure past its useful life, growing demand, and regulatory mandates like the
Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI). The selected strategy involves rehabilitating
Plant 2 and constructing a new Plant 3 with wells into the Lower Floridan Aquifer. The
meeting addressed the project's technical aspects, timeline, and cost, while also fielding
extensive public questions. Residents raised significant concerns about the project's
impact on utility rates, affordability for fixed -income households, the transparency of
the planning and budgeting process, and the effectiveness of public communication.
2. Introductory Exchange
The meeting began with the City Manager welcoming attendees and providing building
orientation. An early exchange involved staff clarifying for a resident that the selected site for
the new water treatment plant would not require costly retrofitting of main pipes, setting a
practical and responsive tone. Another resident opened a line of inquiry regarding historical
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changes in the city's Capital Infrastructure Plan (CIP) reporting, establishing an analytical and
questioning atmosphere from the outset.
3. Meeting Purpose
To conduct the SRF-required public presentation of the City's Drinking Water Facilities Plan,
covering project needs, alternatives analysis, environmental review, and schedule. The forum
also aimed to inform residents about the project's funding strategy (primarily SRF loans),
associated utility rate adjustments, and to gather public feedback on affordability,
transparency, and communication prior to subsequent City Commission decisions.
4. Main Topics Discussed
Topic: Project Need and Regulatory Context
o What was discussed: Existing water treatment plants are beyond their useful life
(Plant 1 is 55+ years old; Plant 2 is 48+ years old). Projected demand is exceeding
75% of rated capacity, requiring upgrades for storage, pumping, and treatment.
A key driver is the Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI) rule, which limits
withdrawals from the Upper Floridan Aquifer beyond 2025, necessitating a shift
to the deeper, more costly Lower Floridan Aquifer. New EPA rules also require
treatment for contaminants like PFAS and 1,4-dioxane, which has been factored
into the design.
Tools or approaches considered: Facilities plan analysis, lifecycle assessment,
regulatory compliance thresholds (CFWI, EPA), energy efficiency considerations.
Pros and concerns raised: Pros include improved reliability, regulatory
compliance, and reduced long-term O&M costs. The primary concern is the
significant capital investment required.
o Consensus or divergence: General agreement on the need for the project; public
concerns centered on cost and affordability.
Topic: Alternatives Evaluation and Selection
o What was discussed: Three alternatives were evaluated:
■ Alt 1: Decommission Plants 1 & 2, build one new large plant (—$90M).
• Alt 2 (Selected): Rehabilitate Plant 2, construct a new Plant 3, and
decommission Plant 1 separately (—$70M capital).
■ Alt 3: Keep and rehabilitate all three plants.
o Tools or approaches considered: Capital cost comparisons, net present worth
(NPW) analysis (integrating O&M), and redundancy/reliability analysis.
o Pros and concerns raised: Alt 2 was selected for its lower capital cost, regulatory
compliance, and ability to maintain system redundancy for fire flow and supply
continuity during construction. A resident questioned a discrepancy between
cost tables, which was clarified as the difference between capital cost and NPW.
o Consensus or divergence: Alternative 2 was confirmed as the selected path.
• Topic: Project Components, Timeline, and Costs
o What was discussed: The project includes rehabilitating Plant 2 on a tight site,
constructing Lower Floridan wells, and building a new Plant 3. The total timeline
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is estimated at —5 years. Contingency for advanced treatment (e.g., ozone + GAC)
is included in planning costs. Significant cost volatility (e.g., PVC prices up 40%
since January) and supply chain risks for electrical gear and generators were
noted.
Tools or approaches considered: Phased project delivery, value engineering
(e.g., deferring a storage tank), owner -direct purchasing (ODP) for tax savings,
and a state -mandated 10% contingency budget.
Pros and concerns raised: The phased approach and contingencies mitigate risk.
Residents expressed concern about cost overruns and extended timelines
impacting citizens.
Consensus or divergence: Consensus on the need for risk management; public
concern remains about who ultimately bears the financial risk.
• Topic: Funding, Rates, and Affordability
o What was discussed: Low -interest SRF loans (-2.74%) are the preferred
financing mechanism over more expensive traditional bonds. The city will pursue
limited grant opportunities and may use reserves and impact fees. Residents,
particularly those on fixed incomes, expressed strong concerns about the
affordability of the resulting rate increases.
o Tools or approaches considered: SRF loan application, rate study by Raftelis,
pursuit of grants. The city is exploring a hardship fund or program for vulnerable
residents.
o Pros and concerns raised: SRF offers the lowest -cost financing. The primary
concern is the significant burden of rate increases on residents.
o Consensus or divergence: Consensus on the need for modernization and
funding. Divergence on the pace of the project and the adequacy of measures to
protect financially vulnerable residents.
Topic: Public Communication and Procedural Transparency
o What was discussed: Residents reported being unaware of the meeting and
criticized the city's reliance on its website, social media, and utility bill inserts,
noting that many use auto -pay or lack internet access. Questions were raised
about a recommended continuance of the commission vote on rates from June
1st to June 15th, with residents frustrated by the uncertainty. The absence of
City Commissioners was also questioned.
o Positions of key participants: The City Manager acknowledged communication
gaps, committed to improvements, and explained the legal requirement to
notice the rate ordinance for the June 1st meeting, meaning only the
Commission itself could vote to postpone it. He and the consultant explained it is
standard for commissioners not to attend such technical briefings.
o Consensus or divergence: Consensus on the need for better, more accessible
public outreach. Divergence on the adequacy of current procedures, with
residents feeling the process lacks transparency and convenience.
• Topic: Technical Planning and Environmental Review
o What was discussed: Lower Floridan wells will require a consumptive use permit
modification and modeling to assess risks like upcoming and saltwater intrusion;
residents questioned reliance on district modeling versus independent analysis.
A preliminary ecological assessment found no endangered species or floodplain
issues at the proposed sites.
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o Tools or approaches considered: Well drilling with water quality sampling every
—20 ft, hydraulic stress tests (48-72 hours), back -plugging to seal off poor water
quality zones, and coordination with the Water Management District.
o Consensus or divergence: Agreement on the need for testing and permitting.
Divergence on whether district -led modeling is sufficient, with calls for
independent verification.
Topic: Historical Budgeting and Project Contracting
o What was discussed: A resident questioned why freshwater and wastewater
capital budgets were combined in the CIP after 2017, suggesting it obscured
rising costs. The consultant agreed to investigate. Another resident asked about
the contracting method; it was clarified that CPH's current contract is for the
study only, and the main project (over $7M) will be publicly bid per state law
(C.C.N.A.), with the final contract type (e.g., GMP) to be determined later.
o Consensus or divergence: The historical budget question was deferred. The
procurement process was clarified.
5. Decisions Made
• Alternative 2 (rehabilitate Plant 2; construct new Plant 3 with Lower Floridan wells;
decommission Plant 1 separately) was confirmed as the selected facilities approach.
• Staff will formally recommend that the City Commission continue the utility rate
ordinance vote from June 1, 2026, to June 15, 2026, to allow for further due diligence.
• The city intends to use owner -direct purchasing (ODP) for high -value project
components to achieve tax savings.
• The City Manager committed to improving public information and outreach methods.
• Staff will explore the design and implementation of a hardship assistance fund for
financially vulnerable residents.
6. Follow -Up Actions
• Task: Update the Facilities Plan with public meeting minutes and comments.
o Assigned to: CPH & Jammie Tackett; Utility Manager
o Deadline: Prior to SRF submission (approx. before June 24, 2026)
• Task: Prepare and submit the SRF Request for Inclusion for project design.
o Assigned to: City Staff, CPH
o Deadline: Before June 24, 2026
• Task: Review past CIP documents (c. 2016-2023) to determine why freshwater and
wastewater budgets were combined and report back.
o Assigned to: Roberto Gonzalez (CPH)
o Deadline: TBD
• Task: Develop and present an enhanced public outreach plan with multi -channel,
accessible formats.
o Assigned to: City Manager, Jammie Tackett and Communications Staff
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o Deadline: TBD
• Task: Design and propose a hardship assistance program for utility customers.
o Assigned to: City Manager, Staff
o Deadline: TBD
• Task: Initiate the consumptive use permit modification process, including groundwater
modeling.
o Assigned to: CPH, City Staff
o Deadline: Before well construction
• Task: Prepare options for the disposition of the Water Plant 1 site, considering its
historic water tower.
o Assigned to: City Manager, Planning/Legal Staff
o Deadline: TBD
• Task: Clarify the separate funding pathway for the decommissioning of Plant 1.
o Assigned to: City Manager/Finance, Public Works
o Deadline: TBD
7. Open Questions or Deferred Topics
• The specific reason for combining freshwater and wastewater line items in the Capital
Infrastructure Plan (CIP) after 2017.
• Final decision on the continuance of the commission vote, pending the June 1st
meeting.
• Whether advanced water treatment will be required, pending well water quality results.
• Specific details of the hardship assistance program (eligibility, funding, administration).
• The final plan for the disposition or reuse of the Water Plant 1 site.
• The extent to which independent groundwater modeling will be used versus relying on
Water Management District models.
• Final, specific rate increase levels and phasing, pending the Commission's decision.
• Detailed project timelines and milestone dates for all phases.
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City of Longwood
Historic
LONGwooD
F I o r l d a
Water Treatment
Plant Improvements
DWSRF Facility Plan Public Review
Date: May 28th, 2026
Presented By: Roberto M. Gonzalez, P.E.
Introductions
William Watts
Liane Cartaaena
Matthew Hockenber
Jammie Tackett
Sandy Dukes
Sean Callaahan
?rto M. Gonzalez, P.E.
Amr Zaky, PhD
Aidan Karn, E.I.
City Manager City of Longwood
City Clerk City of Longwood
Public Works Deputy Director City of Longwood
Utility Manager City of Longwood
Project Manager City of Longwood
Lead Water Plant Operator City of Longwood
Senior Project Manager CPH Consulting
Senior Project Manager CPH Consulting
Project Engineer CPH Consulting
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Purpose of Public Meeting
I. Project Needs
II. Review Alternatives (No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3)
III. Environmental Impacts
IV. Review Tentative Project Schedule
• Existing infrastructure past useful life.
• Water demand projections exceed 75% of
WTP rated capacity.
• Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI)
rule limits Upper Floridan Aquifer (UFA)
groundwater withdrawals beyond 2025.
• Improvements provide access to Lower
Floridan Aquifer (LFA) as an Alternative
Water Supply (AWS) source.
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Typical WTP Life Cycle - Existing WTPs Are Beyond Useful Life
• Warranty period
0-10 Years • Minimal failures
• Routine PM focus
Increased maintenance costs
10-20 Years • VFD/control upgrades
• Pump rebuilds begin
• Major rehabilitation period
20-30 Years • Motor replacements
• Tank recoating
• Generator evaluation
• Significant capital planning
30-50 Years • Structural rehabilitation
• Technology modernization
• Full replacement planning
50-75+ Years • Well rehabilitation/re-drilling
• Major treatment process upgrades
WTP No. 1 age:
+/- 55 Years
WTP No. 2 age:
+/- 48 Years
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Three (3) Alternatives Evaluated - Alt. 2 selected
Alternative No. 1
One (1) WTP
• Decommission WTP No. 1
• Decommission WTP No. 2
• Construct New WTP No. 3
with 7.88 MGD Capacity
➢ Total Capital Cost:
$869085,000
Alternative No. 2
Two (2) WTPs
• Rehabilitate WTP No. 2
• Construct New WTP No. 3
with 3.28 MGD Capacity
➢ Total Capital Cost:
$7091309000
Alternative No. 2 provides:
• Redundancy
• AW S Source
• Lowest Cost
Alternative No. 3
Three (3) WTPs
• Rehabilitate WTP No. 1
• Rehabilitate WTP No. 2
• Construct New WTP No. 3
with 0.84 MGD Capacity
➢ Total Capital Cost:
$789512,000
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Project No,, 1 - Rehab of WTP No. 2
• Demolish existing buildings,
ground storage tank 3, and
generator pad.
• Install new operations building.
• Install new disinfection room.
• Install new well head
assemblies.
• Install new disinfection system.
• Construct new high service
pumping system.
• Construct new electrical controls
system.
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Project No,, 2 - Permit and Construction
of WTP No,, 3
• Site work including grading and stormwater
systems
• Permit and Construct two (2) new LFA wells
• Construct two (2) ground storage tanks
• Construct advanced treatment systems
• Construct disinfection system
• Construct high service pumping system with
connection to PWS.
• Construct electrical and controls system
with backup generator.
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No Apparent Environmental Impacts'
Preliminary Ecological Assessment - No Impacts
• Field Investigation conducted on June 25, 2025.
• No protected species observed within project areas at time of
investigation.
• No significant environmental impacts.
• Project sites are located outside of 100-Year and 500-Year flood
impact planes.
Anticipated Schedule - 5 Years
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NO. 3 LFA WELLS
Task Activity Date
Prepare and Submit Facilities Plans to FDEP for
1 Design Loan (45 days prior to FDEP Priority June 28, 2026
Meeting)
2FDEP Priority Meeting to Receive Design Loan
August 12, 2026
3Execute Design Loan
October2026
4Solicit Engineers for Design Services per CNA
3 Months
5Begin Design/Permitting
January2027
Submit Readiness to Proceed Documents to
6FDEP for Construction Loan (45 days prior to
FDEP Priority Meeting)
March 2028
7FDEP Priority Meeting to Receive Construction
Loan
Construction Loan
9WTP No. 2 Rehabilitation Start -Up
May2028
Ma 2028
July 2028
August 2028
10Construction Period
12 months
11 Phase No. 1 Close-out
August 2029
Completion
5Construction Loan (45 days prior to FDEP Priority
Meeting)
6FDEP Priority Meeting to Receive Construction Loan
7Execution of Construction Loan
9Construction Period
10Estimated Proiect Closeout
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Thank you
Questions/Comments
Contact: Roberto Gonzalez, P.E.
raonza lez(a)cphcorp.com
407-425-0452
City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
APPENDIX F:
DRAFT Adoption Resolution
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facilities Plan FINAL
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RESOLUTION NO.26-1722
A RESOLUTION OF CITY OF LONGWOOD, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR A LOAN
UNDER THE STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN PROGRAM TO
PARTIAL FUND THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT
AND THE COST OF DEBT ISSUANCE AND IF SUCH LOAN
APPLICATION IS APPROVED, REQUIRING CITY
COMMISSION APPROVAL BY ORDINANCE PRIOR TO
EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE LOAN AGREEMENT,
NOTE AND RELATED CLOSING DOCUMENTS; SUCH LOAN
WOULD PLEDGE UTILITY SYSTEM REVENUES AND SHALL
NOT PLEDGE AD VALOREM TAXES OR BE A GENERAL
OBLIGATION DEBT; ADOPTING A DRINKING WATER
FACILITIES PLAN; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS,
SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Florida Statutes provide for loans to local government agencies to finance the
construction of wastewater treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, Florida Administrative Code rules require authorization to apply for loans, to
establish pledged revenues, to designate an authorized representative; to provide assurances of
compliance with loan program requirements; and
WHEREAS; the City of Longwood, Florida, desires for its City Manager to apply and seek
approval for a loan agreement from the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection
under the State Revolving Fund Program for financing design, permitting and construction of
Water Treatment Plant Project (the "WTP Project"); and
WHEREAS, if the loan application is approved, final approval of the loan agreement, note and
relating closing documents must come back to the City Commission for final approval via
ordinance approved by at least four of the five City Commissioners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
LONGWOOD, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION I. Recitals. The foregoing findings are incorporated herein by reference and made a
part hereof.
SECTION II. Loan Application Authorization. The City Commission of City of Longwood,
Florida, hereby authorizes its City Manager to apply for and seek approval from the State of
Florida Department of Environmental Protection under the State Revolving Fund Program to
finance the design, permitting and construction of the WTP Project and for the cost of issuance
of such debt. The City Manager is hereby designated as the authorized representative for the
City of Longwood to provide the assurances and commitments required by the loan application,
subject to final approval of the loan by the City Commission as set forth in this Resolution.
Further, the City Manager is hereby given the authority to move forward with the preparation of
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the preliminary planning documents and other documents needed to secure a loan under the State
Revolving Fund Program to fund the WTP Project and to cover the cost of issuance of such debt.
This Resolution does not authorize the approval of any loan agreement, note or any other closing
document in the event the loan application is approved. Thus, if the loan application is
approved, the loan must come back to the City Commission for final approval via ordinance
before a loan agreement, note and relating closing documents can be approved, executed and
delivered.
SECTION III. Revenues Pledged/Not General Obligation. The revenues pledged for the
repayment of the intended loan under the State Revolving Fund are the City's net water and
sewer system revenues after payment of debt service. The loan agreement and note shall not be a
general obligation debt of the City of Longwood. The loan agreement and note, when delivered
by the City of Longwood pursuant to the terms of the loan agreement and authorizing ordinance,
shall not be or constitute an indebtedness of the City of Longwood within the meaning of any
constitutional or statutory limitation of indebtedness, but shall be payable solely from the
pledged revenues as to be provided in the loan agreement and authorizing ordinance. The loan
agreement and note shall not pledge ad valorem tax revenues or permit or constitute a mortgage
or lien upon any assets owned by the City of Longwood, including, but not limited to, the WTP
Project and the City's water and sewer system. The noteholder shall never have the right to
compel the exercise of the ad valorem taxing power of the City or the State, or taxation in any
form of any property to pay the note or the interest thereon.
SECTION IV. Drinking Water Facilities Plan Adoption. The City hereby adopts the DRINKING
WATER FACILITIES PLAN - City of Longwood WTP Improvements dated June 2026
prepared by CPH Consulting, LLC attached hereto.
SECTION V. Authority. The legal authority for the City borrowing money to construct the
WTP Project is pursuant to its home rule authority under Article VII, Section 2 of the
Constitution of the State of Florida and Chapter 166, Part II, Florida Statutes and Chapter 180,
Florida Statutes and pursuant to the City of Longwood Charter. However, this Resolution does
not authorize the borrowing of money, just authorizing the filing of an application seeking loan
approval.
SECTION VI. Conflicts. All resolutions or part of resolutions in conflict with any of the
provisions of this Resolution are hereby repealed.
SECTION VII. Severability. If any section or portion of a section of this Resolution proves to
be invalid, unlawful, or unconstitutional, it shall not be held to invalidate or impair the validity,
force, or effect of any other section or part of this Resolution.
SECTION VIII. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
passage and adoption.
PASSED and ADOPTED this Day of , 2026.
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ATTEST
City Commission of the City of Longwood
Liane Cartagena, City Clerk Tony Boni, Mayor
Approved as to form and legality for
the City of Longwood's reliance
only.
Daniel W. Langley, City Attorney
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City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
APPENDIX G:
Request for Inclusion
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facilities Plan FINAL
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Florida Department of Environmental Protection
REQUEST FOR INCLUSION ON THE
DRINKING WATER PRIORITY LIST
Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program
Douglas Building, 3900 Commonwealth Blvd, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
The information in this Request for Inclusion (RFI) application is used to determine project eligibility and priority scoring. The priority
score is used to rank projects for placement on the State Revolving Fund (SRF) priority list. Only projects placed on the fundable portion
of the priority list receive consideration for a loan. Please note that costs incurred before the adoption of the project on the fundable or
waiting portion of the priority list are not eligible for reimbursement.
1. Applicant's Name and Address.
Project Sponsor: City of Longwood Contact Person: Jammle Tackett Title: Utilities Manager
175 W Warren Avenue
(street address)
Longwood Seminole 32750
(city) (county) (zip code)
407-263-2384 jtackett@longwoodfl.org
(telephone) (ext.) (e-mail)
Contact Person Address (if different):
(street address) (city) (state) (zip code)
2. Name and Address of Applicant's Consultant (if any).
CPH Consulting, LLC Roberto M. Gonzalez, P.E. Senior Project Manager
Firm: g, Contact Person: Title:
1117 E. Robinson Street
(street address)
Orlando 32801
(city) (zip code)
407-322-6841 rgonzalez@cphcorp.com
(telephone) (ext.) (e-mail)
3. Type of Loan Requested in this Application. (select only one loan category and project type)
Planning Loan ❑ Design Loan ❑ I Planning and Design Loan 0 Construction Loan ❑
Project Type: Design/Bid/Build ❑■ Design/Build (DB) ❑ Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) ❑
Note: Procurement of professional services must meet the requirements of the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act, Section 287.055, F.S.
Elizibility for a Loan. In order to be considered for a priority listing, the following conditions must be met:
• The respondent to this solicitation must qualify as a "project sponsor" as defined in subsection 62-552.200(27), F.A.C.
• The minimum construction loan amount is $75,000.
• The project sponsor must agree to submit biddable plans and specifications within 1-year after execution of the loan agreement
to qualify for a combined planning and design loan.
• The project is part of a public water system as defined in subsection 62-552.200(28), F.A.C., and may include drinking water
supply, storage, transmission, treatment, disinfection, distribution, residuals management, and appurtenant facilities.
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4. Median Household Income, Population and Principal Forgiveness Percentage (PF%). (complete a. through e. below)
a. Median household income (MHI): $78,548 (current U.S. Census data or verifiable estimates)
b. State median household income (SMHI): 74,568 (current U.S. Census data)
c. Population (P) served 13,865 = number of service connections 5546 times 2.5 persons per connection to include proposed
connections.
d. Is the project sponsor applying for a planning and/or design loan with principal forgiveness? Yes ❑ No ❑■ . If yes, then PF is
50%. Only a sponsor that qualifies as a financially disadvantaged small community is eligible for a planning/design loan with PF.
e. Is the project sponsor applying for a construction loan with principal forgiveness? Yes ❑ No ❑■ . If yes, then PF% is calculated
using the formula: PF% = 176019 —160 x (MHI/SMHI) — 714500 x P.
Calculate PF% for a construction loan using the above formula: (minimum 20% and maximum 90%).
If the sponsor is connecting a financially disadvantaged small community as defined below, a maximum 50% PF is available.
Please note that the calculated PF% is an estimate and the actual percentage will be determined by the Department. The amount of
loan available with principal forgiveness for a project is dependent upon the amount of funds allocated for the fiscal year.
Elikibility for a loan with principal forgiveness. In order to be considered for a loan with principal forgiveness, the following
conditions must be met:
• The project sponsor must qualify as a financially disadvantaged small community public water system as defined in Rule 62-
552.200, F.A.C., unless the sponsor is specifically exempted from this requirement.
• The median household income (MHI) of the sponsor's service area must be less than the state median household income
(SMHI) as reported from the current U.S. Census data or from verifiable estimates, unless the sponsor is specifically exempted
from this requirement.
• The population (P) of the sponsor's service area must be less than 10,000 (to include the population from the project's proposed
future connections), unless the sponsor is specifically exempted from this requirement.
• The project sponsor is allowed only one open loan with principal forgiveness. A loan is deemed open until the final
disbursement of the project has been paid by the department.
• A project sponsor is eligible for a construction loan with principal forgiveness (maximum 50%) if connecting a community
with less than 250 residential wells; an existing public water system with less than 250 service connections; or a separate, non -
interconnected public water system owned by the sponsor. The project area must qualify as a financially disadvantaged small
community.
• A financially disadvantaged community with a population of 10,000 or more is eligible for a construction loan with 20%
principal forgiveness if dollars are available after funding all eligible financially disadvantaged small communities.
• A project sponsor that is a for -profit entity is not eligible for principal forgiveness.
• A construction project for a financially disadvantaged small community that uses a Construction Manager at Risk delivery
method is ineligible for principal forgiveness.
5. Interest Rate Percentage.
The interest rate for a loan with the Department is determined using the following formula:
% of MR = 40 x (MHI/SMHI) + 15
Calculate and enter the % of MR below:
% of MR for a loan: 57.13
% of MR — Percentage of Market Rate.
(35% < % of MR < 75%)
Please note that the calculated % of MR is an estimate and the actual interest rate will be determined by the Department. The
interest rate for a loan shall not be less than 0.2 percent.
6. Base Priority Score. Each project shall receive a base priority score (BPS) dependent on the weighted average of its components.
The BPS shall be determined using the below formula where CPS means the component priority score and CCC means component
construction cost.
BPS = [CPSI x CCCi + ... + CPS, x CCCVITotal Construction Cost
Select each component and component score in Table 1 below that apply to the project, enter the estimated construction costs, and
calculate the base priority score.
• Component priority scores that are based on contaminant levels must be justified by sample analytical data (see exception in
notes at bottom of Table 1). The date of sample collection must be less than 24-months from the submittal date of the Request
for Inclusion.
• The project sponsor must provide documentation demonstrating that contaminant levels (e.g. disinfection byproducts) cannot
be reduced by adjusting system operations, if applicable.
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• A compliance-1 category component score of 400 points, if selected in Table 1, must be supported by documentation
demonstrating the need for the project; otherwise, a component score of 300 points shall be assigned.
Table I
Project Component (select all components that apply)
Acute Public Health Risk
❑ la. E-Coli or Fecal Coliform Exceed MCL (62-550.310(5), F.A.C.)
❑ lb. Nitrate, Nitrite, or Total Nitrogen Exceed MCL (62-550.3100), F.A.C., Table 1)
❑ lc. Lead or Copper Exceed Action Level (62-550.800, F.A.C)
❑ ld. Surface Water Filtration/Disinfection Noncompliance (62-550.817(2), F.A.C.)
Potential Acute Public Health Risk
❑ 2a. Nitrate, Nitrite, or Total Nitrogen 50% of MCL (62-550.3100), F.A.C., Table 1)
❑ 2b. Microbiologicals Exceed MCL (62-550.310(5), F.A.C.)
❑ 2c. Surface Water Enhanced Filtration/Disinfection Noncompliance (62-550.817(3), F.A.C.)
❑ 2d. State Health Certification of Acute Health Risk, Unregulated Microbiological Contaminant
❑ 2e. Violation of Disinfection Requirements (62-555.320(12), F.A.C.)
Chronic Public Health Risk
❑ 3a. Inorganic/Organic Contaminant Exceed MCL (62-550.3100) & (4), F.A.C., Tables 1,4,5)
❑ 3b. Disinfection Byproducts Exceed MCL (62-550.310(3), F.A.C., Table 3)
❑ 3c. Radionuclides Exceed MCL (62-550.310(6), F.A.C)
Potential Chronic Public Health Risk
❑ 4a. Inorganic/Organic Contaminant 50% of MCL (62-550.310(l) & (4), F.A.C., Tables 1,4,5)
❑ 4b. Disinfection Byproducts 80% of MCL (62-550.310(3), F.A.C., Table 3)
❑ 4c. State Health Certification of Chronic Health Risk, Unregulated Chemical Contaminant
Compliance-1 Projects (documentation must be attached or default to Compliance-2 score)
0 5a. Infrastructure upgrades to facilities undersized, exceed useful life, or with equipment failures
❑ 5b. Insufficient water supply source, treatment capacity, or storage
❑ 5c. Water distribution system pressure less than 20 psi
❑ 5d. Eliminate dead ends and provide adequate looping in a distribution system
❑ 5e. Replace distribution mains to correct continual leaks, ppe breaks, and water outages
❑ 5f. New water system or extension of existing system to replace contaminated or low yield wells
❑ 52. Lack of significant safety measures (e.g. chemical containment)
❑ 5h. Secondary Contaminant MCL Exceedance (62-550.320, F.A.C.)
❑ 5i. Drinking water supply project as defined in 403.8532(9)(a), F.S.
Compliance-2 Projects
Component Component
Priority Score Construction Cost
800 points ElN/A
700 points ElN/A
I�
600 points ElN/A
500 points ElN/A
400 points 0
❑ 6a. Treatment, Storage, Power, and Distribution Requirements (62-555.320, F.A.C) 300 points ❑
❑ 6b. Minimum Required Number of Wells (62-555.315(2), F.A.C)
❑ 6c. Well Set -back and Construction Requirements (62-555.312 and 62-555.315, F.A.C)
❑ 6d. Cross -Connection Control Requirements (62-555.360, F.A.C)
❑ 6e. Physical Security Project Documented in a Vulnerability Analysis
❑ 6L Consolidation or regionalization of public water systems
❑ 62. Water or Energy Conservation Project Ni
0 7. All Other Projects (including land or public water system acquisition projects) 100 points ❑
46,950,000
N /A
Note: Item 2d. and 4c. of Table 1 requires a State Health Officer to complete the form "Certification of a Public Health Risk". If 50% or more of wells meet
contaminant levels from Table 1 above, then select the appropriate health risk category in Table 1. Flooded wells and wells under the direct influence
of surface water are considered an unregulated microbiological potential acute public health risk and require documentation of occurrence in lieu of
sampling data.
7. Affordability Score. The extent of affordability existing in a small community to be served by the project shall be reflected in the
priority score. Points shall be awarded based upon two affordability criteria: median household income (MHI) and population (P)
served. These points are to be added to the base priority score. Calculate the affordability score using the following formulas:
Affordability Score = (MHI Score + Population Score)
MHI Score = 100 x (1. 00 - MHIISMHI), zero < MHI score < 75, rounded to nearest whole number
Population Score = 50.0 - (P/200), population score > zero, rounded to nearest whole number
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8. Water Conservation Score. A project sponsor with a qualifying water conservation project is eligible to receive an additional 100
points added to their base priority score if the sponsor provides a water conservation plan in accordance with EPA's Water
Conservation Plan Guidelines document number EPA-832-D-98-001, August 6, 1998.
9. Total Priority Score. Total priority score equals the base priority score plus the affordability score. (complete a. through d. below)
a. Base priority score: 400
b. Affordability score:
c. Water Conservation score
d. Total priority score:
pomts.
N/A points > zero).
N/A points.
400 points (sum of items a. and c.)
10. Estimated Project Cost. (complete a. through i. below)
(enter $0 if activity is not applicable)
Project Activity
a. Planning.
b. Design (not applicable if a D/B project).
C. Eligible land (necessary land divided by total land times purchase price).
d. Constr., equip., material, demo. & related procurement (include design if D/B project).
e. Construction contingency (10% of `d', only applicable for Design/Bid/Build projects).
£ Technical services during construction and after bid opening.
g. Asset management plan per 62-552.700(7), F.A.C.
h. Total proiect costs (sum of a. through g.).
i. Loan amount requested by the sponsor in this RFI (assume no principal forgiveness).
List all funding sources (including grants for this project): FDEP DWSRF
11. Project Schedule. (complete a. through d. below)
Cost
$3,575,000
$8,283,000
$0
$46,950,000
$4,695,000
$6,627,000
$0
70,130,000
70,130,000
Proiect Activity (M/D/YY)
a. Submit planning documents. June 28, 2026
b. Submit designibid documents or RFQ/RFP for CMR & D/B projects. March 24, 2028
C. Start construction. August 24, 2028
d. Complete construction. August 24, 2029
12. Project Information. Provide the following information, if applicable.
(select all items below that are attached to this RFI)
❑■ Project description, location with lat/long (degrees), water system PWS ID, and project need (this is a required attachment).
❑■ Map of city and county limits, existing and proposed service area, and project area (this is a required attachment).
❑ Lab data, lab data with operational records, or substantiated documentation in lieu of lab data for public health risk projects.
❑ Certification of a Public Health Risk form completed by a State Health Officer.
❑ Supporting documentation for projects identified under the Compliance-1 project categories from Table 1 above.
❑ Project schedule showing plans and specs completion within 1-year of the execution date of a planning/design loan.
❑ Supporting documentation if MHI not taken from current U.S. Census data.
❑ Water Conservation Plan in accordance with EPA guidelines.
13. Certification by an Authorized Representative. I certify that this form and attachments have been completed by me or at
my direction and that the information presented herein is, to the best of my knowledge, accurate and true.
(signature)
(print name)
(date) (e-mail)
(print title)
Email the completed RFI form with attachments to SRFRFI(a�FloridaDEP.gov or mail to the Florida Department of Environmental
Protection, State Revolving Fund Program, 3900 Commonwealth Blvd, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000.
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City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
Appendix H:
DRAFT Business Plan
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facilities Plan FINAL
cph
H-1
DRINKING WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND BUSINESS PLAN
Sponsor Name:
DWSRF Project #:
City of Longwood System Population:
Contact Person and Title: Jammie Tackett — Utilities Manager
Mailing Address: 175 W. Warren Avenue
Contact for Finance Plan (if different):
Mailing Address:
PWS ID#: 3590202
Telephone:
City: Longwood State: FL
City:
16,974
407-263-2384
Zip: 32750
Telephone:
State: Zip:
e-mail: jtackettAlongwoodfl.org Fax:
Source Type: ® Ground Water ❑ Purchase Water
❑ Surface Water ❑ Surface/Ground Combined
The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program (DWSRF), authorized by the 1996 amendments to the Safe Drinking Water
Act, provides financial assistance to public water systems (PWS). To obtain this assistance, project sponsors must demonstrate
Capacity Development or demonstrate how the assistance will ensure these requirements are met. The term Capacity
Development takes into consideration three vital areas of a public water system: Technical, Managerial, and Financial
capabilities.
FINANCIAL
A financial capability demonstration (and certification) is required well before the evaluation of the actual loan or grant
application. This demonstration is necessary to ensure that the system has the financial capability to repay the loan, if applicable,
and to adequately operate and maintain the system. Financial capability also includes funding future capital improvements that
may be required. Please see Rule 62-552.700(4) in Chapter 62-552, F.A.C. for further details.
It is expected that the revenues to be dedicated to repaying a loan will be generated either from water and sewer utility operations
or from water utility operations alone. If the source of revenues will not be from such enterprises, this set of worksheets alone
will not satisfy the Department's needs. (Please contact the Department for further guidance if dedicated revenues will be
generated externally to such utilities.)
The following worksheets have been developed to identify the minimum information needed. The completed worksheets should
be used in disclosing DWSRF project financing to the public during the required dedicated revenue hearing. The worksheets can
serve to identify the impacts of the SRF project on residential users and how the project fits into the project sponsor's overall
capital improvement program for the water and sewer utility (or water utility, as appropriate). Supplemental capital financing
documentation may be submitted with these worksheets and may be presented at the required dedicated revenue hearing.
The revenues being dedicated to repayment of the DWSRF loan are:
Water and Sewer
What is the frequency of waters stem billing?
Monthly
How often are system rates reviewed for adequacy?
Annually
When was the last time rates were reviewed?
2026
What resources and guidance does the water system use for setting water
user rates, fees or charges?
Consultants assist with a 5-year rate study, a 35%
rate increase is projected for FY 26
What is your waters stem bond rating?
N/A
Is a rate increase necessary as a result of thisproject?
Yes
What is the Median Household Income (MHI) for the entire system?
$78,548
Which, if any, of the following activities must be undertaken to implement the DWSRF project?
Acquire privatel held land?
Yes
❑
No
Acquire land held by another public waters stem entity?
Yes
❑
No
❑
Enter into inter -local or inter -project sponsoring agency's agreements?
Yes
❑
No
Does the system have an annual budget with a separate reserve account for equipment
replacement and/or capital improvement?
Yes
❑
No
❑
Does the system have a capital improvementplan? How many years does it cover? 10 rs
Yes
®
No
❑
Does the system have a governing board of directors?
Yes
®
No
❑
Does the waters stem employ the services of a professional engineer?
Yes
®
No
❑
Are there procedures for billing and collection?
Yes
®
No
❑
Does the system have audited financial statements?
Yes
®
No
❑
Are there standard purchasing procedures that provide controls over expenditures?
Yes
®
I No
❑
What year will construction be completed and repayments begin for the first project)?
August 2032
What is the estimated cost of your SRF project?
$70,130,000, split into
2 separate projects
Please attach a copy of the user charge ordinance.
Table 1
WATER RATE REVENUE SUMMARY
LAST YR.
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
YEAR 3
SRF Project
24/25
(Current Year)
25/26
26/27
27/28
31/32
1.
Number of Residential Customers
5,286
5,546
6,000
6,500
7,316
2
Number of New Residential Service
500
260
454
500
213
Connections
3
Annual Residential Water Sales
379,615,000
398,291,000
431,430,000
467,382,500
526,043,121
(Gallons)
gallons
gallons
gallons
gallons
gallons
Avg Daily Residential Usage (Gal/day)
4.
(Line 3 divided by line 1 divided by
197 gal/day
197 gal/day
197 gal/day
197 gal/day
197 gal/day
365
5.
Annual Residential Water Sales ($)
$2,624,254
$2,633,245
$3,554,881
$4,799,089
$6,452,542
6
Average Annual Residential Bill (line 5
$496
$475
$592
$738
$882
divided by line 1
7
Annual Residential Bill Amount
$91,518
$127,205
$139,926
$153,918
$225,351
Uncollected
8
Total Residential Rates Collected (Line
$2 532,736
$2,506,040
$3,414,955
$4,645,171
$6,227,191
5 minus line 7
9
Impact and Connection Fees per
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
Residential Service
10.
Total Residential Impact and
$7,500
$3,900
$6,810
$7,500
$3,196
Connection Fees Line 2 times line 9
11.
Number of Commercial Customers
1055
1050
1053
1056
1069
12
Number of New Commercial Service
91
-5
3
3
3
Connections
13.
Annual Commercial Water Sales
269,801,000
259,711,000
264,082,628
264,874,876
268,067,707
Gallons
gallons
gallons
gallons
gallons
gallons
14.
Annual Commercial Water Sales ($)
$1,818,546
$1,819,098
$2,455,782
$3,315,306
$4,225,400
15.
Annual Commercial Bill Amount
$19,529
$28,240
$31,064
$34,170
$50,029
Uncollected
16.
Total Commercial/Industrial Bills
$1,799,017
$1,790,858
$2,424,718
$3,281,136
$4,175,371
Collected Line 14 minus line 15
17
Impact and Connection Fees for
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
Commercial Service
18.
Total Commercial Impact and
$1,365
$0
$45
$45
$45
Connection Fees Line 12 times line 17
19.
Bulk Water Sales
0
0
0
0
0
20
Total Projected Water Revenue (Line
$4,340,618
$4,300,798
$5,846,529
$7,933,852
$10,405,803
8+10+16+18+19
* Large meters should be checked annually for accuracy.
Instructions for Completing Table 1
Identify the source of the above information and explain methods used to develop the projections
(Attachment # 1). Include an explanation of any revenue and expense growth or other adjustments; for
example, any rate increases, service growth, inflation adjustments, expense adjustments reflecting the
cost of operating additional facilities, or other considerations. In completing this table assume through
year 3 that no SRF project is constructed. In the " SRF Project" column enter the numbers that reflect
the first year in which the SRF loan will begin repayments. When completing the numbers in this
column assume that the SRF project will be financed using 100% loan funding.
Line 1 Include the actual number of customers for last year and year 1 (current year). The numbers
in years 2 and 3 should reflect an estimated number of residential customers, adjusted for
growth. In the SRF column include the expected number of customers based on constructing
your SRF project.
Line 2 This line is a subset of line 1. It should reflect the number of new customers for that year.
Line 3 This line is your total volume (gallons) of water used by your residential customers. Use
actual gallons sold for Last Year and do an estimate for the current year based on total
to -date. To determine Year 2 and 3 water sales, first calculate the average daily residential
usage in gallons per day on line 4. The estimated water sales for Year 2 and 3 can now be
determined by multiplying line 4 by line 1.
Line 4 This is the average daily residential usage (gallons per day) by a single residential customer.
To get this number divide line 3 by line 1. Use Last Year and Current Year to project usage
for Year 2 and 3. Usage should be fairly constant.
Line 5 This is your total residential water sales in dollars. Year 2 and 3 water sales should reflect
any increases in rates (i.e. due to inflation). In the SRF column list what the sales would
need to be if the SRF project was a 100% loan (to meet all expenses).
Line 6 To obtain the average annual residential bill, divide line 5 by line 1.
Line 7 This is the amount of the uncollected residential bills outstanding for the year.
Line 8 Line 5 minus line 7.
Line 9 This line is the impact and connection fee for new residential service.
Line 10 Multiply line 2 by line 9.
Line 11 Include the actual number of customers for last year and year 1 (current year). The numbers
in years 2 and 3 should reflect an estimated number of commercial customers, adjusted for
growth. In the SRF column include the expected number of customers based on constructing
your SRF project.
Line 12 This line is a subset of line 11. It should reflect the number of new customers that will be
charged an impact or connection fee.
Line 13 This line is your total volume (gallons) of water used by your commercial accounts.
Line 14 This is your total commercial water sales in dollars. Year 2 and 3 water sales should reflect
any increases in rates (i.e. due to inflation). In the SRF column list what the sales would
need to be if the SRF project was a 100% loan (to meet all expenses).
Line 15 This is the amount of the uncollected residential bills outstanding for the year.
Line 16 Total revenue collected for commercial accounts (line 14 minus line 15).
Line 17 This line is the impact and connection fee for new commercial/industrial accounts.
Line 18 Multiply line 12 by line 17.
Line 19 Total revenue for bulk water sales to consecutive systems.
Line 20 Total of line 8+10+16+18+19.
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TABLE 2
INCOME, EXPENSES, AND CASH FLOW STATEMENT
Income,
Expense, and Cash Flow Statement
Last Yr.
24/25
Year 1
25/26
Year 2
26/27
Year 3
27/28
SRF Project
31/32
OPERATING REVENUES
1
Water Rates
$4,340,618
$4,300,798
$5,846,529
$7,933,852
$10,405,803
2
Fire Protection
$10,099
$10,402
$10,714
$11,035
$12,421
3
Fees and Services
$242,307
$249,577
$257,064
$264,776
$298,008
4
Interest Income
0
0
0
0
0
5a
Other - Miscellaneous Revenue
$55
$918
$75
$75
$75
5b
Other - Development Assistance Fee
$104,568
$61,948
$63,806
$65,720
$73,969
6
Total (Lines 1 - 5)
$4,697,647
$4,623,643
$6,178,188
$8,275,459
$10,790,276
NON -OPERATING REVENUES
7
Interest Income
0
0
0
0
0
8
Interf ind Transfer
0
0
0
0
0
9
Proceeds from the Sale of Assets
$443
$456
$470
$484
S544
10
Leases and Extraction Fees
0
0
0
0
0
11
Construction Grants
$141,668
$145,918
$150,296
$154,804
$174,234
12
Proceeds from Borrowing
$5,265,000
$4,765,000
$3,250,000
$29,304,000
$0
13
Equity Contribution
0
0
0
0
0
14
Other -
0
0
0
0
0
15
Total (Lines 7 - 14)
OPERATING EXPENSES
$5,407,111 $4,911,374 $3,400,766 $29,459,288
$174,778
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
16
Salaries (Operators)
$623,378
$648,313
$674,246
$701,215
$820,323
17
Benefits
$536,840
$552,945
$569,533
$586,619
$660,245
18
Utilities
$246,437
$253,830
$261,445
$269,288
$303,086
19
Chemicals & Treatment
$52,000
$57,200
$62,920
$69,212
$101,333
20
Monitoring
$10,000
$10,000
$10,000
$10,000
$10,000
21
Materials, Supplies & Parts
$190,000
$195,700
$201,571
$207,618
$233,676
22
Transportation
0
0
0
0
0
23
Purchased Water Costs
0
0
0
0
0
24
Outside Services -
0
0
0
0
0
25
Other -
0
0
0
0
0
26
Total (Lines 16 - 25)
$1,658,655
$1,717,988
$1,779,715
$1,843,953
$2,128,664
ADMINISTRATIVE
27
Salaries and Benefits
$563,828
$580,742
$598,164
$616,109
$693,436
28
Building Overhead
0
0
0
0
0
29
Office Supplies & Postage
$1,500
$2,100
$2,184
$2,271
$2,657
30
Insurance
0
0
0
0
0
31
Customer Billing & Collection
$98,252
$101,200
$104,236
$107,363
$120,838
32
Accounting and Legal
0
0
0
0
0
33
A/E & Professional Services
$79,000
$132,000
$138,600
$145,530
$176,893
34
Other -
0
0
0
0
0
35
TOTAL (Lines27 - 34)
$742,580
$816,042
$843,184
$871,274
$993,824
36
Net Operating Income
Line 6 minus 26 minus 35
NON -OPERATING EXPENSES
$2,296,412 $2,089,613 $3,555,289 $5,560,232
$7,667,788
37
Debt -Repayment- Principal and Interest
$919,000
$919,000
$919,000
$919,000
$5,477,499
38
Capital Improvements
Acquisition of Plant Equipment
$27,266
$28,629
$30,061
$31,564
$38,366
39
Interf ind Transfers
0
0
0
0
0
40
To General Fund
$942,435
$977,708
$1,007,039
$1,037,250
$1,167,435
41
To Replacement Fund
161,989
161,989
161,989
161,989
161,989
42
To Emergency Fund
0
0
0
0
0
43
Depreciation Expenses (If money is set
aside
0
0
0
0
0
44
Other -
0
0
0
0
0
45
TOTAL (Lines 37 + 44)
$2,050,690
$2,087,326
$2,118,089
$2,149,803
$6,845,288
46
Net Non -Operating Income
Line 15 minus Line 45
$3,356,421
$2,824,048
$1,282,677
$27,309,485
-$6,670,510
47
Net Income Before Taxes
Lines 36 + 46
$5,652,833
$4,913,661
$4,837,966
$32,869,717
$997,278
TAXES (N/A for publicly owned systems)
48
Income Taxes
49
Other Taxes
50
TOTAL (Lines 48 + 49)
0
0
0
0
0
51
Net Income After Taxes
(Line 47 minus 50)
$5,652,833
$4,913,661
$4,837,966
$32,869,717
$997,278
Instructions for Completing Table 2
Identify the source of the above information and explain methods used to develop the projections
(Attachment # 1). Include an explanation of any revenue and expense growth or other
adjustments; for example, any rate increases, service growth, inflation adjustments, expense
adjustments reflecting the cost of operating additional facilities, or other considerations.
REVENUES- Revenues include all sources of income to the system. They are separated on this form
as: "Operating", lines 1-6 and "Non -Operating", lines 7-15. When using the subcategory
"other" under any item, please write a descriptive term.
EXPENSES- Expenses include all those activities or purchases which incur cost for the system.
Expenses can be estimated in various ways. One method bases the projections on
historical expense. This can be accomplished by using historical costs and escalating
them from known and projected changes. An example of a known change would be an
increase in labor costs for the budget period due to known or anticipated salary increases.
An example of a projected increase or escalation in costs would be a 5% annual inflation
rate. Materials and Supplies expense, for instance, would be expected to increase with
the projected inflation rate. Expenses are separated on this form in the same fashion as
Revenues with further subtopics to more clearly define expenses. When using the
subcategory "other" under any item please write a descriptive term and cross out the
word "other". Expenses are separated on this form as "Operating", lines 16-26,
"Administrative", lines 27-35, "Non -Operating", lines 37-45, and "Taxes" lines 48-50.
Lines 1 This line includes all money received for supplying water service. Information should
come from completed Attachment 1.
Line 2 If a separate fee is charged for fire protection include on this line.
Line 3 Include all miscellaneous fees and charges generated by providing water service other
than for the actual water service (for example, connection fees, bad check fees, reconnect
fees, meter testing fees, etc.).
Line 4 Interest earned from cash on hand or on fees financed by the utility.
Line 5 If used, please describe.
Non -operating revenues are funds generated outside the water system and used by the water
system to cover expenses.
Lines 7-15 Items should be clear, modify topics if needed.
Lines 16-17 Salaries and Benefits (Operators), include all compensation to employees of your system
when the work is related to the system's O&M. This account should not include
compensation of officers, directors, or general and administrative staff. Volunteer labor
cannot be applied.
Line 18 Utilities, includes the cost of all electric power, gas, telephone, water (at least account for
what is being used at the plant), and any other system -related expenses incurred in
producing and delivering water.
Line 19 Chemicals and treatment is intended to cover the cost of all chemicals used in the
treatment of your water.
Line 20 Monitoring, includes all water monitoring costs incurred by the system. This should
include both in-house monitoring and analysis costs as well as outside laboratory costs.
Line 21 Materials, supplies, and parts means all materials and supplies used in the O&M of the
water system and in providing and delivering the water to the customer. Include any
repairs or parts needed in producing and delivering water. This would include grease, oil,
and minor repairs to equipment. This should not include materials for administrative
purposes such as postage, copying or copy machine supplies, billing forms, or letterhead.
Line 22 Transportation is intended to include all expenses related to trucks, automobiles,
construction equipment, and other vehicle expense used in producing and delivering
water to the customer.
Line 23 Include the cost of purchasing water. Use only if a consecutive system.
Administration expenses are considered overhead but not those directly related to O&M of the
daily production and delivery of water to the customer. This category includes billing and
administrative costs incurred by the system. For example, all meter reading costs, secretarial
costs, postage, publications, reference materials, uncollectible debts insurance accounting services,
and all other overhead items belong in this subsection.
Lines 27 Salaries and Benefits include all compensation to employees of your system in which the
work is related to the administration of the system, such as officers, directors, secretarial,
and meter reading salaries and benefits. This account should not include compensation of
operators. If an employee performs both operation and meter reading a percentage of
their salary should appear under the appropriate topic. For example, if an operator reads
meters 25% of the time, 3/4 of their salary should be shown on line 16 and 1/4 of their
salary on line 27.
Line 28 Overhead associated with the building itself such as, mortgage payment, insurance, taxes,
maintenance, etc.
Line 29 Office supplies and postage includes all materials and supplies in administration of the
water system. This includes office supplies, postage, copier charges, and paper.
Line 30 Insurance (Vehicles, Liability, Workers' Compensation) includes all insurance costs
associated with the coverage for the vehicles, general liability, workers' compensation
insurance, and other insurance costs related to the operation and administration of the
system.
Line 31 Customer billing and collection should include all expenses specific to this function such
as, special billing forms or software.
Lines 32 Accounting and legal expenses includes all salaries and wages with legal and accounting
functions for the system even if they are outside services.
s
Line 33 A/E and professional services means all engineering and other professional services
expenses associated with water system planning and design requirements.
Line 34 Other means expenses such as employee training and water certification requirements
(classes, registration fees, travel, etc.), public relations campaigns and public
notifications, etc. Also include any recurring expenses that did not fit into any of the
above line items.
Non -operating expenses are ones that are necessary and paid by the water system, but are not part
of daily O&M or Administration of the system. Debt Repayment and Capital Improvements are
typical items that may appear on this type of analysis.
Lines 37-42 Expenses that are involved in operating or administering the water system that were not
considered in the totals appearing on lines 26 and 35 should be shown in these items,
modify if necessary.
Line 38 Capital improvements include facility and non -facility costs related to: 1) Meeting
growth requirements or improving your system's infrastructure to provide better service
and reliability to existing customers, 2) replacing or renovating existing facilities, or 3) to
ensure compliance with drinking water regulations.
Line 39-42 Identify any transfer of funds used to offsets other non -water system related capital
expenditures. These lines represent some possible categories, modify if needed.
Line 43 Depreciation expense only applies to systems which are currently depreciating
investments made in the past (recovery of previously invested funds). Include amounts
on this line only if money is actually set aside.
Line 44 Include any recurring non -operating expenses that did not fit into any of the above line
items.
Taxes can be incurred in a variety of ways such as a state utility tax, business and occupation tax,
property tax or federal income tax. Each of these taxes can be accounted for separately within the
operating budget, modify if necessary.
Lines 48-49 Include any incurred taxes.
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Table 3
SCHEDULE OF PRIOR, PARITY, AND PROJECTED LIENS
List annual debt service beginning two years before the anticipated loan agreement date and
continuing at least fifteen fiscal years. Include all existing and projected liens on the system.
Use additional pages as necessary.
Identify Each Obligation
I Coverage
I
lInsured?
#1 SRF 590500
#2 SRF 590510
#3 SRF 590520
#4 SRF 590530
#5 SRF 590540
#6 SRF 590550
Annual Debt Service (Principal Plus Interest)
Fiscal
Year
# 1
#2
#3
#4
#5
#6
Total Debt
Service
Incl.
Coverage
24/25
1 $228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$119,698
$769,475
25/26
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
26/27
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
27/28
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
28/29
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
29/30
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
30/31
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
31/32
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
32/33
$228,248
$144,012
$109,924
$61,899
$105,694
$239,396
$889,173
33/34
$228,2481
$144,0121
$109,9241
$61,8991
$105,6941
$239,3961
$889,173
34/35 -P$228,2481
$144,0121
$109,9241
$61,8991
$105,6941
$239,3961
$889,173
Double clicked on the table 3 to see the subsequent years.
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SCHEDULE OF PRIOR, PARITY, OR PROJECTED REVENUES AND DEBT
COVERAGE FOR RATE -BASED SYSTEM PLEDGED REVENUE
(Provide information beginning with the two fiscal years preceding the anticipated date of the first SRF
loan repayment.)
FY 24/25
FY 25/26
FY 26/27
FY 27/28
FY 31 /32
Net Operating Revenues.
(a)
(Table 2 line 36)
$2,296,412
$2,089,613
$3,555,289
$5,560,232
$7,667,788
(b)
Debt Service (including
required coverage) pledged
to all prior, parity, or
$769,475
$889,173
$889,173
$889,173
$5,477,499
projected projects (last
column of Table 3).
(c)
Net Revenue (= a — b)
$1,526,937
$1,200,440
$2,666,116
$4,671,059
$2,190,289
(d) Attach audited annual financial report(s), or pages thereof, and any other documentation
necessary to support the above information. Include any notes or comments from the audit
reports regarding compliance with covenants of debt obligations having a prior or parity lien
on the revenues pledged for repayment of the SRF loan. (Attachment # )
(e) Attach worksheets reconciling this page with the appropriate financial statements (for
example, backing out depreciation and interest payments from operating expenses).
(Attachment # )
(f) If the net revenues were not sufficient to satisfy the debt service and coverage requirement,
please explain what corrective action was taken. (Attachment # )
(k) Identify the source of the above information and explain methods used to develop the
projections (Attachment # ). Include an explanation of any revenue and expense
growth or other adjustments; for example, any rate increases, service growth, inflation
adjustments, expense adjustments reflecting the cost of operating additional facilities, or
other considerations.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS (use additional sheets if necessary)
Attachment
Table 1 Methods Used
Table 2 Methods Used
Number
E
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TECHNICAL: Accurate answers to the following questions will help identify the technical strengths as well
as areas that may need improving within your system. If a question or section does not apply to your system,
please write N/A for not applicable. For questions that ask you to rate your system from 1 to 5, answer 1 for worst
case scenario and answer 5 for the best case scenario.
• System has current and accurate data showing average and peak gpd used
• System's capacity exceeds peak demand by more than 20% (Percentage - %)
• System can meet peak demand without pumping at peak capacity for
extended periods.
• System has an emergency plan in place to meet system demand during a
shortage (natural disaster or largest pump/well out, etc.)
• System has accurate records indicating types and percentage of customers use:
Residential % Commercial % Industrial % Dedicated Irrigation Meter
• System has comprehensive water loss program that compares amount of water
produced (plant meter) with total delivered through metered and unmetered
service connections (system's unaccounted for water is %)
Purchase Water Systems NA
System has a written agreement with the supplier that:
• ensures adequate supply of water during shortage conditions,
• does not require the purchase of a minimum amount of water (water is
supplied through a meter),
• assures supplying water system will remain in compliance with the appropriate
State or federal regulations, and
• assures purchasing system will be notified of any water quality issues.
Yes ® No ❑
Yes ❑ No
Yes ® No ❑
Yes ® No ❑
Yes ❑ No ❑
Yes ❑ No ❑
Yes ❑ No ❑
Yes ❑ No ❑
Yes ❑ No ❑
Yes ❑ No ❑
Surface Water Systems and Systems Using Ground Water Under the Influence of Surface Water NA
• System has redundancy for all critical treatment components
• System monitors raw, settled, and individual filtered water turbidity
• System consistently (95% of the time) has a filtered water turbidity of
which is within the current standard of .3 NTU
• System has the capability to add coagulant before the filter and disinfect at
various points in the treatment process
• System is evaluating (or has evaluated) changes necessary to meet the
Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
Some needed changes are:
• System is evaluating (or has evaluated) changes needed to meet requirements
in the Disinfection By Products Rule
Some planned modifications are:
Ground Water System NA ❑
• A minimum of two sources of groundwater are provided
• Source water protection area provides a minimum 500 foot radius around each
drinking water well
• Groundwater source capacity equals or exceeds the design maximum day demand
and equals or exceeds the design average day demand with the largest producing
well out of service
• System monitors raw water quality to determine appropriate treatment
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5
Yes ® No ❑
Yes ❑ No
Yes ® No ❑
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• System's well(s) have; air/vacuum relief valve, check valve, blow -off, by-pass, meter,
working sanitary seal, construction/maintenance records and are properly vented 1 2 3 40
• System routinely monitors drawdown 1 2 3 4 0
Disinfection
• System has adequate contact time of 15 minutes following disinfection and
before the first user in the distribution system Yes ® No ❑
• Disinfection equipment is regularly inspected and maintained Yes ® No ❑
• A chlorine residual is maintained throughout the distribution system 1 2 3 4 SO
Distribution System
• System has accurate information, including age, for pipe materials that
currently make up the distribution system
1 02 3 4 5
• Water mains providing fire protection are a minimum of 6-inches in diameter
Yes ® No ❑
• System is free of severe "water hammer" problems
1 2 3 40
• System tracks ranges of operating pressure, especially during peak demand
1 2 3 40
• System maintains a minimum operating pressure of 20 psi
Yes ® No ❑
• Normal operating pressure is kept between 40 and 100 psi
1 2 3 40
• System has a routine leak detection program that uses (type of equipment) ,
repairs identified leaks quickly, and keeps water loss in the distribution system
below %. Average number of leak repairs per year is
1 2 ( 4 5
• System has a cross connection control program in place that addresses:
evaluation of each service connection, installation of specified backflow
preventer, training, record keeping, annual testing, and education
1 2 3 4 �5
• System is working to eliminate dead ends in the mains
1 2 3 ® 5
• System has a flushing program that operates 365 times a year
1 2 3 ® 5
• System has a map showing the bacteriological, lead and copper, and
TTHM (if applicable) sampling points
1 2 0 4 5
• System has accurate "as -built" maps of the distribution system posted that show:
location of sources (or intakes), size of mains, dead end mains, valves, curb stops
on service lines, and proximity of mains to other utilities (gas, electric, etc.)
1 204 5
• System has a routine valve exercise program
1 2 0 4 5
• All customers are metered and all meters are routinely calibrated
1 2 3 4 (
• Customer complaints are relatively infrequent
1 2 3 0 5
List number of complaints in the past year:
Pumping
• System has a pump maintenance program that includes annual inspection, scheduling
of repair, and routine maintenance that is conducted by a qualified contractor 1 2 0 4 5
• System has standby or emergency power equipment that is routinely tested
under load and can provide 100% of the average daily demand for oo days l 2 3 40
Storage
• System is able to meet peak demand without the high service pumps running
at peak capacity for extended period l 2 3 40
• System has adequate reserve capacity for fire protection. l 2 3 40
Total storage capacity of the system is 1.750m gals
• System's G storage tanks receive routine inspection (every 3-5 years) to
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determine and schedule any needed maintenance
All storage tanks are equipped with an altitude valve to prevent overflowing and
are sized appropriately to ensure adequate turnover and no loss of water quality
Storage tanks are covered and the surrounding areas are fenced
Storage tanks have a drain valve and an entry hatch to allow access for
cleaning and painting of the interior of the tank
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 40
1 2 3 4 0
1 2 3 40
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MANAGERIAL: Answering the next set of question will help the system clearly define responsible parties,
staffing needs, operational needs, policies, and internal standard that guide system performance. For questions
that ask you to rate your system from 1 to 5, answer 1 for worst case scenario and answer 5 for the best case
scenario.
• System has a current organizational chart and accompanying position
descriptions that clearly define responsibilities of staff members 1 2 3 40
• The plant is a category plant operating 24 hours per day.
List names, class, and license numbers for all operators fulfilling staffing requirements:
Tonv Hohmann C16805
Sean Callaghan C27529
• System is satisfied with service provided by contract operator(s) NA 1 2 3 4 50
• The operator's authority and responsibilities are clearly defined 1 2 3 40
Policies and Plans: Please indicate with a check mark the items for which the water system has written policies
or plans.
❑ standard specifications ❑ connection policies ❑ main extension policies
® bacteriological sampling plan ❑ emergency operation plan ® Lead & Copper sample plan
❑ cross connection control plan ® record management plan ® TTHM
❑ general rules ❑ disconnection policy ❑ public education & outreach
❑ disaster response plan ❑ personnel policy ❑ Safety/Risk Management Policy
• Based on the answers above the system has: clear organizational structure,
defined staffing requirements, and appropriate rules/policies 1 2 3 4 05
Operations and Maintenance: The items that follow are elements that may be contained in a thorough
Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manual. A complete O&M manual is useful as a quick reference for
anything from trouble shooting to emergency procedures. Please indicate with a check mark those items
contained in the system's O&M manual.
Introduction and Overview
❑ System name ❑ System ID# ❑ location
❑ design flow capacity ❑ type of treatment ❑ water source
❑ available training ❑ publications available
❑ Statement of the purpose of the manual and relay to the operator how to best obtain pertinent
information
❑ organizational chart (note which activities require qualified and licensed/certified personnel)
General System Description
❑ a flow schematic (source to distribution)
® pumping capabilities (source, chemicals, and high service)
® storage (raw, finished water, and chemicals)
❑ system map showing location of all wells, intake structures, pumping stations, storage tanks, and the
defined service area
System Operation and Control
❑ identification of major system components including a description of the normal operation of each
component
❑ possible alternative operation modes and circumstances under which they would be used
❑ schematic diagrams of each treatment process
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❑ preventative maintenance program (include inspections performed when the facility is off-line)
❑ common operating problems with methods of bypassing while being repaired
❑ importance of and how to use laboratory tests for process control
❑ routine system operation for each major system component this should include startup and shutdown
procedures, safety procedures, and meter reading
❑ evaluation of overall system performance
Laboratory Testing
® identification of samples and tests needed for compliance as well as for process control.
® sampling locations, time, and methods
® how to interpret laboratory results and the use of these results to improve the process
® what should be in laboratory supply and chemicals inventory
® list of laboratory references;
® instructions for filling out worksheets for a sample (include completed example)
® for tests to be performed by outside laboratories, the name of the laboratory, contact person, telephone
number, and method of requesting sample pick-up or schedule for sample pick-up
Records and Reports Section
❑ a general explanation of the purpose and importance of accurate records and reports
❑ a log of complaints and responses
® daily logs, maintenance records, laboratory records, monthly reports, monitoring reports, sanitary
surveys, annual reports, operating cost reports, and accident reports.
® historical records (permits, standards, pumping capacity, consumption, and drawdown)
❑ list of equipment warranties and provisions
® specific area for filing records
® procedures for reporting to appropriate agencies (specify how long records should be kept)
Maintenance
❑ general information including purpose and value of scheduled and preventative maintenance
❑ preventative maintenance schedule and sample worksheets with instructions
❑ specifications for fuels, lubricants, filters, etc. for equipment
❑ troubleshooting charts or guides which reference pages in manufacturers' O&M manual or system's
O&M manual as appropriate
❑ a record of data plate information on each piece of equipment maintained, this should include
manufacturers' maintenance schedule for routine adjustments
❑ a work order system for maintenance of equipment with sample forms to accurately track O&M costs for
each piece of equipment
® brief operation instructions for each piece of equipment with reference to the manufacturers' technical
specifications for major system components
❑ a mechanism for storage and check out of specialized equipment used infrequently
❑ list of outside contract maintenance tasks
® contact person and phone numbers for equipment manufacturers, major suppliers, and all utilities serving
the system
❑ list of special tools used and how to replace
® stocks of spare parts, supplies, chemicals and other items vital to system operation
❑ a system of requisitions and/or work orders used to distribute parts, supplies, chemicals, etc. for reorder
purposes
Emergency Response Program
❑ pre -response activity such as; personnel assignments, emergency equipment inventory, filling a storage
tank before a storm hits, copies of all emergency numbers. Laminated copy of phone numbers to keep
readily accessible should include water system personnel responsible for making decisions in specific
situations; including name, job title, home and work phone number (pager/cell phone number if
available), police, fire departments, and for chemical spills or exposure CHEMTECH 800-424-9300.
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❑ safety procedures for all personnel involved in the response
❑ a contingency plan to ensure proper treatment of water even in adverse conditions which may include
agreements with nearby water systems for equipment or personnel
❑ procedures for putting standby and emergency sources into active service
❑ procedures for notifying customers, the local health jurisdiction, and EPA of water quality problems
❑ systematic procedure for returning to normal operation
Appendix
The appendix can contain documents and other information that cannot be easily incorporated into the
body of the manual. Large documents such as copies of plans and specifications may be stored separately
from the main manual. The following list has examples of items that might be included in appendices.
Please check all that apply to your O&M Manual.
❑
Detailed design criteria
❑
User Charge System
❑ Approved shop drawings
®
Schematics
❑
Piping color codes
® Valve indices or schedule
®
As -built drawings
❑
Drinking water rules/Ordinance
® Manufacturers' manuals
• Based on the answers above please rate the system's current O&M Manual.
1 2 03 4 5
The last set of questions is designed to help you evaluate the systems' source(s). Please read the item then circle
the number from 1 (needs improving) to 5 (top notch) that you feel best describes your systems' current status
relative to that item or check boxes as appropriate.
• System has an active Source Water Assessment Program
For Ground Water Systems:
• System has accurate historical information (like well driller's log
and construction records) for each well
• Well(s) have the "zone of contribution" identified on a map
• No storage of potential contaminants in close proximity of well(s)
• Well(s) are housed and fenced and have an appropriate concrete pad
• Well casing(s) extend at least 12" above floor or ground
Name of aquifer is known: ® Yes ❑ No
Aquifer is: Floridian ® Confined ❑ Unconfined
For Surface Water Systems:
• Commercial, industrial, or agricultural operations up stream are identified
• System has provided a contact to these facilities in case of an accidental release
• System performs up stream monitoring
• System has a raw water reservoir of gallons that acts as a buffer
Overall:
• System has adequate knowledge and program activity to protect and
ensure an adequate supply of drinking water 10 years into the future
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 40
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 05
1 2 3 4 50
1 2 3 40
l 20 3 4 5
l 2 3 4 0
l 2 3 40
l 2 3 40
l 2 3 ®5
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CERTIFICATION: I, the undersigned authorized representative of the applicant, hereby certify that all
information contained in this form and attachments is true, correct, and complete to the best of my
knowledge and belief. I also certify that I have been duly authorized to file the business plan and to
provide these assurances.
Signature Of Authorized Representative
Name (Please Print)
Title
Address
City
Phone
Fax
State Zip
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City of Longwood FINAL Drinking Water Facilities Plan
Appendix I:
Approved City Ordinance
City of Longwood Drinking Water Facilities Plan FINAL
cph
ORDINANCE NO. 26-2282
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LONGWOOD, FLORIDA, RELATING TO WATER
AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES; AMENDING APPENDIX B — FEE SCHEDULE OF THE
LONGWOOD DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATING TO FEES AND CHARGES
REFERENCED IN CHAPTER 90, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 90-181 OF LONGWOOD CITY
CODE TO ADOPT REVISED WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITY RATES AND FEES;
AMENDING CHAPTER 90, ARTICLE II, SECTIONS 90-40 AND 90-49 OF
LONGWOOD CITY CODE TO ADDRESS CONNECTIONS, WATER METERS AND
COLLECTION OF PAST DUE WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICE CHARGES;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Longwood (the "City") owns and operates a water and wastewater utility
systems within its water and wastewater services area; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Longwood (the "City Commission")
deemed it desirable to have a Water and Wastewater Rate Study performed, and such study supports a
modification in rates, fees and charges; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has determined that in order to generate funds for present and
future needs, administration, operation and long-range projects, including a new water treatment plant,
it is necessary to increase water and wastewater rates; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Appendix B — Fee Schedule concerning certain water and
wastewater fees and charges charged under Chapter 90, Longwood City Code; and
WHEREAS, the City has authority to adopt this Ordinance under its Florida Constitutional Home
Rule authority, its Charter and under Sections 163, 166 and 180, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the City has notified each customer of the utility system through the regular utility
billing process of this ordinance in accordance with section 180.136, Florida Statutes, and the City has
provided the additional notice contemplated pursuant to section 180.136, Florida Statutes, relating to the
date, time, and place of the meeting of the City Commission at which the increases stated herein will be
considered; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the amendments to the Code adopted by this
Ordinance are in the best interest of and for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the City and
users of the City utility system.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LONGWOOD, FLORIDA,
AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein as legislative findings.
Section 2. Adoption of revisions to water and wastewater rates, fees and charges. The portion of
Appendix B — Fee Schedule as codified in the Longwood Development Code relating to and incorporated
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by reference in the provisions in Chapter 90, Article VI, Section 90-181 of the Longwood City Code is
hereby amended and replaced to adopt the following rates, fees, charges and adjustments as set forth in
Attachment "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Future adjustments to the
rates, fees and charges will be as proscribed in Attachment "A" unless further amended by ordinance. The
portions of Appendix B not included in Attachment "A" are not being amended.
Section 3. Adoption of Code Amendment. Sections 90-40 and 90-49 of Article 11 of Chapter 90, Longwood
City Code is hereby amended to read as follows (underlined language are additions, _+r*^ke_H thre, ^"
language are deletions, and sections not included are not being amended):
Sec. 90-40. - Connections and meters.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), €each separate dwelling unit within each building designed or
used for residential purposes shall be considered a separate unit for the payment of the water and/or
wastewater fees herein established, and a separate connection shall be required for each such unit.
Each connection shall be separately metered.
(b) For apartment complexes having more than ten dwelling units, the city shall have the right to require
a master meter to serve all the dwelling units, administrative buildings and amenities if the director
determines such is in the best interest of the city. For existing customers within an apartment complex
having more than ten dwelling units, the director may require the conversion to and use of a master
meter if determined to be in the best interest of the city based on previous utility account collection
issues or issues with the city obtaining access to and from individual water meters and/or utility
connections.
(bc) Each separate unit within a commercial or industrial use building shall be considered a separate unit
for the payment of the water and/or wastewater fees herein established, and a separate connection
shall be required for each such unit. Each connection shall be separately metered.
(cd) Buildings which are combined residential/commercial shall be considered as one commercial
connection if they are owner -occupied and no subunit is rented, leased or sold.
(de) Subject to approval from the director, an €existing customers -who wishes to convert from a master
meters to individual meters s4A may be permitted to do so at their own expense.. J MW ^,-^+< <";;"
(ef) Residential customers who wish to have an irrigation meter installed or an existing irrigation meter
replaced shall pay the connection fee as set forth in appendix B. The city may adopt policies to allow the
payment of the connection fee by an existing residential customer over a 12 month period for the
installation or replacement of an irrigation meter.
Sec. 90-49. Late charges; discontinuance of service; collections*^F~ GRjtUFRGff GhaFges.
(a) Late charge. The city reserves the right to levy a late charge of the greater of ten percent of the
balance due or a charge as set out in appendix B for nonpayment of utility bills. This charge shall be
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automatically added to each bill in arrears without notice to the customer. As a courtesy and in the city's
discretion, a late fee may be waived once in a 12-month period. Upon failure by the eustemer to pay
such late charge with all charges On aFre-arS Seve-In Sh-Usiness days ef the date the .1-ate fee is assessed, the
charge and -II hills have been paid in full
(b) Discontinuance of service. Upon failure by the customer to pay any fees or charges in arrears
more than fifteen days of the date the applicable fee or charge is due, the city may immediately
discontinue furnishing public utilities service to the delinquent account until the late charges,
reconnection charge and all amounts in arrears have been paid in full. The city reserves the right to levy
a disconnection and reconnection service charge as set out in appendix B. In accordance with F.S. §
180.135, the city may not refuse or discontinue water or sewer services to the owner of any rental unit
or to a tenant or prospective tenant of such rental unit for nonpayment of sewer service charges
incurred by a former occupant of the rental unit who contracted directly with the city for such sewer
services and Drovided such former occupant was not the Droaerty owner and Drovided the Drovisions of
subsection (d) do not aaDly.
(c) Access right. As a condition of accepting utility services from the city, the city shall have an
irrevocable right of entry to and upon private property in order to access the water meter and utility
connections to customer's dwelling or structure receiving utility services from the city in order to make
connections and disconnections of utility services. A property manager and owner of a multi -family
building shall permit the city access to and from the location of utility services connections for the
purpose of making utility connections and disconnections. Such failure or refusal by a property manager
and owner of a multi -family building shall be considered a violation of this section and constitute the
aiding and abetting of the theft of utilities. Upon such failure or refusal by a property manager or owner
of a multi -family building to cooperate in providing access to the city, the city shall have the right to
disconnect all multi-familv buildines. dwellines units. administrative buildines and amenities on such
property or any portion thereof from the city's utility lines and services.
(d) Refusal of service. The city may refuse water and sewer service to any prospective customer
that is "related entity" to current or former water or sewer service customer who has a delinquent
water or sewer service account until such delinquent account is paid in full. For the purpose of this
subsection, "related entity" means any entity for which: (i) has any one or more of the same members,
officers or directors as a delinquent water or sewer service customer; (ii) any member, officer or
director of such entity has a delinquent water or sewer service account; (iii) is a parent or subsidiary
entity of a delinquent water or sewer service customer; or (iv) is the same entity as a delinquent water
or sewer service customer but may operate under a different name whether by way of merger, name
change or different fictitious name. The city may rely on a review of the State of Florida, Department of
State, Division of Corporations records for making determinations of related entity status. The city shall
have the right to require a prospective customer sign a sworn statement attesting that such prospective
customer is not a related entity to any current or former water or sewer service customer who has a
delinquent water or service account, and in the event the city later determines such sworn statement to
be untrue. the citv shall have the right to immediatelv disconnect water and sewer services until the
delinquent service account(s) is paid in full.
e Liens.
(1) The city shall have a lien on all lands or premises served by its water and sewer system for all
late fees and penalties imposed under this article and service charges for water and sewer services
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provided until paid, which lien shall be superior in priority to all other liens on such lands or premises,
except the lien of state, county and municipal taxes, and shall be on a parity with the lien of such state,
county and municipal taxes and other municipal liens. Such lien shall arise at the time of connection of
water or sewer service to such lands or premises and shall be due and payable at the time of
delinquency of any unpaid water and sewer fees and service charges. The city will not record a lien for
water and sewer service fees and charges that is not permitted by F.S. § 180.135.
(2) The city shall serve, by certified mail -return receipt requested and regular U.S. Mail, a notice of
non-payment to the customer at the service address and the current owner of the property based on
the ownership information appearing on the Seminole County Property Appraiser website. Provided the
city sends the notice of non-payment, the customer's and/or current owner's failure to receive delivery
of such notice of non-payment shall not invalidate or otherwise impact the city's ability to place and
foreclose a notice of lien against the applicable property.
3) The notice of non-pavment shall contain:
(i) A description of the property;
(ii) Advise the customer and the property owner of the amount due and the fee and/or charges
that were not paid: and
(iii) Advise that in the event the fees and/or charges are not paid within 30 calendar days from
the date of the notice of non-payment, that a notice of lien may be recorded in the official
records of the county and such notice of lien may be foreclosed upon by the city to collect the
outstanding sums owed plus accrued interest and attorneys' fees and other collection expenses.
(iv) If the amount set forth in the notice of non-payment is not paid within 30 days from the
date of the notice of non-payment, then
(1) The outstanding balance owed to the city shall accrue interest at the rate of
12 percent per annum until such amount is paid in full;
(2) The city may proceed to record a notice of lien against the applicable
Property in the official records of the county; and
(3) A copy of the notice of lien shall be served by U.S. Mail to the customer and
the property owner at the same addresses as set forth in subsection (b) above.
(4) After the expiration of 30 days from the date of recording of the notice of lien, a suit may be
filed to foreclose said lien. Such foreclosure proceedings shall be instituted and prosecuted in
conformity with the procedures for the foreclosure of liens as set forth in the Florida Statutes.
The city shall also have the right to bring an action for monetary judgment to collect past due
amounts owed with or without having first recorded a notice of lien.
(5) The owner shall be responsible for and the city shall be entitled to reimbursement for the
payment of all collection expenses and costs, including attorneys' fees and litigation costs and
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recording and filing fees, incurred by the city in the collection of fees and charges, filing of liens
and in actions to foreclose such liens or actions for a monetary iudgment.
(6) The collection and enforcement procedures set forth in this section shall be cumulative with,
supplemental to and in addition to, any applicable procedures provided in any other ordinance or
administrative regulations of the city, any applicable law or administrative regulation of the state,
or any agreement. Failure of the city to follow the procedure set forth in this section shall not
constitute a waiver of its rights to proceed under any other ordinances or administrative
regulations of the city, any applicable law or administrative regulation of the state, or any
agreement.
(f) Payment plans. The city manager, or his/her designee, is authorized to grant payment plans to
customers with delinquent utility accounts who request a plan in writing. The total term of any
payment plan shall not exceed twelve (12) months from the effective date of the plan; provided,
however. that for a customer who is a tenant of leased premises, the term shall not exceed the earlier of
twelve (12) months or the last day of the customer's current lease term as evidenced by a copy of said
lease provided to the citv. Renewal or successor lease terms shall not extend the maximum term. Each
t plan shall be in writing and shall reauire the customer to remain current on all charges for
ongoing service during the plan's term. Default in any installment or in any current bill shall accelerate
the entire balance and authorize discontinuance of service.
(g) Bona fide disputes. A customer who in good faith disputes the amount of a utility bill may
submit a written dispute to the city manager identifying the disputed charges and the basis for the
dispute within ten (10) days of receipt of the bill containing the disputed charge(s). The city manager or
his/her designee shall review the customer's dispute and issue a written determination. Discontinuance
of service for the disputed charges shall be suspended during the city's review and for ten (10) calendar
days following the issuance of the determination. The customer shall remain responsible for all
undisputed charges, which shall be paid when due. If the city manager or its designee, while reviewing
a customer's dispute finds that the customer was improperly charged. a corrected bill reflecting the
uisite adiustment shall be provided to the customer.
(h) Administrative policies. The city manager shall have the authority to create, implement and
enforce administrative policies implementing with this section, provided such policies are not in conflict
with this section.
Section 4. Conflicts. If any Ordinances or parts thereof are in conflict herewith, this Ordinance shall control
to the extent of the conflict
Section 5. Severability. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this Ordinance is
determined to be invalid, unlawful or unconstitutional, said determination shall not be held to invalidate
or impair the validity, force or effect of any other section, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word of
this Ordinance not otherwise determined to be invalid, unlawful or unconstitutional.
Section 6. Codification. Sections 2 and 3 of this Ordinance shall be codified and made a part of the City
Code of Ordinances; that the Sections and exhibits of this Ordinance may be renumbered or re -lettered
to accomplish such intention. The word "Ordinance" may be change to "Section," "Article," or other
appropriate word. The City Clerk is given liberal authority to ensure proper codification of this Ordinance,
including the right to correct scrivener's error.
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Section 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and adoption.
FIRST READING this _ day of , A.D. 2026.
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION this day of , A.D. 2026.
Tony Boni, Mayor
ATTEST:
Liane Cartagena, City Clerk
Approved as to form and legality for the use and reliance of the City of Longwood, Florida only.
Daniel W. Langley, City Attorney
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Water System Rates - Inside City [1]
ATTACHMENT "A"
Chapter 90. Utilities
Effective Through Effective Effective Effective Effective
September 30, 2026 October 1, 2026 October 1, 2027 October 1, 2028 October 1, 2029
Monthly Base Rates:
Residential All Meter Sizes
$15.29
$20.64
$27.86
$34.27
$35.30
Commercial Meter Size
3/4 - Inch
$15.29
$20.64
$27.86
$34.27
$35.30
1 - Inch
38.25
51.64
69.71
85.74
88.31
1 1/2 - Inch
76.50
103.28
139.43
171.50
176.65
2 - Inch
122.41
165.25
223.09
274.40
282.63
3 - Inch
229.50
309.83
418.27
514.47
529.90
4 - Inch
382.51
516.39
697.13
857.47
883.19
6 - Inch
765.03
1,032.79
1,394.27
1,714.95
1,766.40
8 - Inch
1,224.03
1,652.44
2,230.79
2,743.87
2,826.19
Volume Rates - per 1,000 gallons:
Residential
Block 1 (0 to 9,000 Gallons)
$3.07
$4.14
$5.59
$6.88
$7.09
Block 2 (9,001 to 18,000 Gallons)
6.14
8.29
11.19
13.76
14.17
Block 3 (18,001 to 27,000 Gallons)
9.20
12.42
16.77
20.63
21.25
Block 4 (over 27,000 Gallons)
12.27
16.56
22.36
27.50
28.33
Commercial
All Usage
$4.32
$5.83
$7.87
$9.68
$9.97
Wastewater System Rates - Inside City [1]
Effective Through
Effective
Effective
Effective
Effective
September 30. 2026
October 1. 2026
October 1. 2027
October 1. 2028
October 1. 2029
Monthly Base Rates:
Residential All Meter Sizes
$9.76
$13.18
$15.16
$15.61
$16.08
Commercial Meter Size
314 - Inch
$44.67
$60.30
$69.35
$71.43
$73.57
1 - Inch
111.68
150.77
173.39
178.59
183.95
1 1l2 - Inch
223.37
301.55
346.78
357.18
367.90
2 - Inch
357.87
483.12
555.59
572.26
589.43
3 - Inch
670.07
904.59
1,040.28
1,071.49
1,103.63
4 - Inch
1,116.78
1,507.65
1,733.80
1,785.81
1,839.38
6 - Inch
2,233.53
3,015.27
3,467.56
3,571.59
3,678.74
8 - Inch
3,578.74
4,831.30
5,556.00
5,722.68
5,894.36
Volume Rates - per 1,000 gallons:
Residential
All Flows - Per Account
$8.33
$11.25
$12.94
$13.33
$13.73
Commercial
All Flows - Per Account
$9.98
$13.47
$15.49
$15.95
$16.43
1] A surcharge of 25% is applied to all customers located outside city limits as allowable by F.S. § 180.19l(1)
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Annual Price Index Rate Adjustment
1.0 The City shall automatically adjust and increase the Service Rates and Fees for the sections entitled
Water System Rates -Inside City, Wastewater System Rates -Inside City, and Reclaimed Water System
Rates -Inside City (includes residential and commercial service base rates and volume rates)
(hereinafter referred to as the "Applicable Rates") annually by applying a price index factor
established for that year as provided in this section. All Applicable Rates so adjusted (the "Indexed
Rates") shall be implemented by the City. The purpose of the price index adjustment is to offset
the estimated effects of inflation on the cost of operating and maintaining the utility system.
1.1 Adjustment Schedule. Each implementation of Indexed Rates ("Rate Indexing") shall occur without
a public hearing. Rate Indexing shall not be employed more than once in any fiscal year and the
Indexed Rates shall be implemented by the City on October 1st of the year in which the price index
factor was determined. Nothing herein shall preclude the City from making additional changes to
the Applicable Rates in any year by the City.
1.2 Price Index Factor. A price index adjustment factor expressed on a percentage basis as determined
annually (hereinafter referred to as the "Price Index Factor") shall be applied to the Applicable
Rates. The Price Index Factor to be applied by the City shall be equal to the percentage change in
the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index — All South Urban Consumers (Series ID:
CUUR0300SA0) when comparing the index for the month of April reported for the current year to
the index reported as of the month of April for the immediately preceding year. In no event shall
the annual Price Index Factor be greater than five percent (5.0%) or less than zero percent (0.0%).
1.3 Determination of Indexed Rates. Beginning on October 1, 2030, and annually thereafter, the
Applicable Rates shall be adjusted by an amount equal to the Price Index Factor as determined in
the prior fiscal year. The Indexed Rates resulting from the application of the Price Index Factor shall
be rounded to the nearest cent.
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