Project Background:

The City of Venice Utilities Department operates a wastewater collection system, which serves the entire City population. As the City grows, the collection system, specifically in the northeast area of the City, requires upgrades to provide capacity for all of the proposed new developments. The City entered into a Utility Upsizing and Reimbursement Agreement with Meritage Homes to ensure the Knights Trail Lift Station is constructed to meet future development demands for this area of the City.

A 16-inch sewer force main is also being constructed as part of this project.  This infrastructure improvement is a key component of the City's long-term wastewater conveyance strategy and is designed to enhance system reliability, increase conveyance capacity, strengthen system resiliency, and support the continued delivery of reliable utility services to the community. 

Project Benefits:

Completion of this project provides increases conveyance capacity, and supports future growth in the northeastern service area.

Project Status:  

Both projects are in the final stages of construction and are nearing completion.

Strategic Plan Goals:

• Upgrade and Maintain City Infrastructure and Facilities
• Provide Efficient, Responsive Government with High Quality Services

Design Consultant:  Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.

Design Contract Cost:  $1,161,365

Construction Cost:  $5,930,000

Total Overall Cost:  $7,091,365

Funding Sources:  Plant Capacity Fund, Utilities Capital Fund, Utility Upsize Agreement

Project Schedule:

Design Start November 30, 2022

Design Complete 4th quarter 2023

Force Main Construction Commencement May 2025

Estimated Construction Completion 1st quarter 2026