Recommendation SI.14
Recommendation Status: Existing
Ensure a sufficient supply of clean water to support household use, business retention and expansion, agriculture production, and flourishing ecosystems, for current and future generations.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Every person should have access to safe, clean, affordable, and reliable drinking water and wastewater services.
Access to clean water supports community health and well-being by reducing the potential for disease and improves quality of life. It's also crucial for agricultural productivity, food security, and economic growth. Furthermore, clean water is essential for healthy ecosystems, biodiversity, and mitigating climate change.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Sustainable Infrastructure
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Planning
Water Utility Companies
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
Municipalities
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
St. Louis Economic Development Partnership
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation
St. Louis County Department of Public Health
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
Water Utility Companies
Tracking Implementation
Create new infrastructure funding source with public oversight.
Tracking Success
LEED_CC_ Water Efficiency
If overperforming, what should we do?
No action.
If underperforming, what should we do?