State Mandate to Chlorinate Drinking Water
Summary
Highland is the largest city in Utah without chlorination, and the state says recurring coliform hits mean it must disinfect. Council members want cancer-risk research on disinfection byproducts, third-party testing, and possibly a delay until spring 2027 before any vote.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $33,000 for chemicals is already in the FY27 budget, plus $3,000 for a public information campaign.
Residents get system-wide protection from waterborne illness — though some residents who oppose chlorination see taste and cancer-risk downsides.
Residents sensitive to chlorine taste and those concerned about disinfection byproduct health risks.
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