P.H. 2026-26: (PUBLIC HEARING 2ND READING) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE POTABLE WATER SUB-ELEMENT AND THE CONSERVATION ELEMENT IN THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 163.3177(6)(c), FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY’S UPDATED WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES WORK PLAN PREPARED AS REQUIRED BY THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT’S 2023-24 LOWER EAST COAST REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY PLAN; PROVIDING FOR A DETERMINATION THAT A LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY HEARING WAS HELD ON JANUARY 28, 2026; PROVIDING THAT A TRANSMITTAL AND ADOPTION PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Fiscal Impact: N/A) FIRST READING: FEBRUARY 10, 2026

Summary

This ordinance adopts amendments to the Potable Water Sub-Element and the Conservation Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan. These changes are required to align with the South Florida Water Management District's (SFWMD) updated Lower East Coast Regional Water Supply Plan for 2023-24. The amendments ensure the City's water supply planning is consistent with state requirements (§163.3177(6)(c), Florida Statutes) and addresses updated population projections, water demand, treatment capacity (including PFAS removal), and conservation efforts. Key updates include revised level of service standards, mandatory reclaimed water connections for new developments, and the discontinuation of ocean outfall of wastewater effluent by the end of 2025.

Key Updates:

• Potable Water Sub-Element: Revised level of service standards, updated water demand calculations, and plans for PFAS removal in treated water. Includes mandatory reclaimed water infrastructure for new developments.
• Conservation Element: Reflects the discontinuation of ocean outfall by the end of 2025 and explores additional alternative water supply sources.

A Local Planning Agency hearing was held on January 28, 2026, and the ordinance will proceed to transmittal and adoption public hearings.

Citizen Impact

These amendments ensure the long-term reliability and sustainability of Pompano Beach's potable water supply, incorporating updated state regulations and regional water management plans. Residents can expect continued efforts to maintain water quality and conservation, with potential for mandatory reclaimed water connections in new developments.

Confidence

high