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GA HR1622
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/8/2016
Primary Sponsor
Lynn Smith
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AI Summary
- Recognizes the 15th anniversary of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, which encompasses 15 counties, 92 cities, and 55 water systems in the metropolitan Atlanta area
- Per capita water consumption in the District has decreased by 30 percent since 2000, and all water systems have implemented tiered water conservation pricing
- Since 2001, local governments have provided over $8 million in matching funds supporting over $12 million in Section 319(h) water quality grants, and 42 jurisdictions offer toilet replacement rebates that have replaced over 110,000 inefficient toilets
- Grease-related sewer overflows have decreased by 55 percent, and the District received the 2015 EPA WaterSense Excellence Award for Outreach and Education
- Commends the District for its commitment to water conservation and good stewardship of Georgia's water resources, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the District
Legislative Description
Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District; 15th anniversary; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/8/2016
Full Bill Text
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