<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4TiEAs_1EK8EOFJ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4TiEAs_1EK8EOFJ00" width="1174" height="660" >CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — The lead developer of the Vista Lago residential development has issued a new statement addressing concerns surrounding the project’s permitted wastewater treatment plant on Lewis Smith Lake.The statement from Vista Lago Lead Developer Nathan Stoops comes after the project’s wastewater discharge permit drew concerns from some residents, property owners, community leaders and businesses.In the new statement, Stoops says the development team is now exploring alternative wastewater discharge options similar to operations already in place on Smith Lake.Stoops' full statement is below:<blockquote>From day one, we have worked to be responsible community partners, and that remains our goal today.We have heard the concerns of residents, property owners, community leaders, and businesses regarding Vista Lago’s wastewater discharge permit, and we have decided to explore alternative discharge options similar to existing discharge operations on Smith Lake.While our wastewater treatment plant was always designed to protect the lake, sometimes being a good partner means going a step further to address community concerns.We want to thank State Representative Cindy Myrex and local business leaders, who have been strong voices for the entire Smith Lake community throughout this process. We will keep the community informed as this process moves forward and will share more information with the public in the coming weeks.Thank you to everyone who has made their voice heard and who cares deeply about the future of Smith Lake.</blockquote>The Alabama Department of Environmental Management previously approved an NPDES permit for the Vista Lago development. According to ADEM’s response to public comments, the permit allows the project’s wastewater treatment facility to discharge up to 60,000 gallons of treated domestic wastewater per day through Ryan Creek into Lewis Smith Lake, provided the discharge meets applicable water quality standards.The wastewater treatment plant has been a point of concern for some residents, while Vista Lago representatives have maintained that the system was designed to protect the lake and provide extensive treatment before wastewater is discharged.The developer said additional information about the alternative options will be shared with the public in the coming weeks.</div></body>

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — The lead developer of the Vista Lago residential development has issued a new statement addressing concerns surrounding the project’s permitted wastewater treatment plant on Lewis Smith Lake. The statement from Vista Lago Lead Developer Nathan Stoops comes after the project’s wastewater discharge permit...

Vista Lago Developer Responds to Smith Lake Concerns With New Statement

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — The lead developer of the Vista Lago residential development has issued a new statement addressing concerns surrounding the p

Vista Lago Developer Responds to Smith Lake Concerns With New Statement

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