New EPA Sewer Rules Worry Cities

Officials in some cities are concerned about new rules proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency -- tough standards could force cities to reduce sewer leaks by rebuilding or improving sewers.

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January 10, 2001, 2:00 PM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

The proposed rules "would toughen standards for 19,000 cities or sewer districts nationwide...[and] could mean more-frequent cleaning and maintenance or, in some cases, rebuilding of deteriorated pipelines to cut the number of sewer leaks that foul creeks and close beaches. The proposed rules would essentially require small cities and sewer districts to obtain federal permits,bringing consistent standards."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

FULL STORY: Sewer rules worry cities

Wednesday, January 10, 2001 in Orange County Register

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