Like many midsized cities, Haines City, Fla. (population 14,000), must struggle to get the most possible out of a limited budget. Meanwhile, the city is growing rapidly, with numerous subdivisions planned, and has to be ready for increasing demand on its water and wastewater systems. On the wastewater side, the city meets those challenges by:• Taking maximum advantage of gravity flow• Planning ahead with the help of a Capacity, Management, Operation and Maintenance (CMOM) program• Working collaboratively with consultants• Implementing new technology slowly and with an eye on budget.“Economics are a big driver, but we also have to plan for
