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Reverse Osmosis Wellfield Expansion Project

Summary

The city is expanding its wellfield with six new backup-powered wells to ensure reliable drinking water during storms, funded entirely by a $35.8 million state principal-forgiveness loan.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The estimated project cost is $48 million, largely offset by a $35.8 million principal-forgiveness loan.

✅Who benefits

Fort Myers residents and water utility customers who will experience improved water system reliability during severe weather events.

⚠️Who could be affected

None identified.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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