The Oakley City Council enacted two new ordinances in April 2026 to regulate wastewater discharge and establish new water rates for the Cemetery District. The legislative changes, passed during a meeting on April 8, 2026, aimed to update the municipal code regarding fat, oil, and grease management and to create a specific culinary water classification for the local Cemetery District.
New Wastewater Discharge Regulations
Under the provisions of Ordinance No. 2026-02, the Oakley City Council established new regulations for the discharge of fats, oils, and grease into the city's wastewater treatment facility. The ordinance, which was enacted on April 8, 2026, amended several existing sections of the Oakley Municipal Code, specifically Sections 7.09.030, 7.09.040, and 7.09.060. Additionally, the council enacted a new Chapter 7.09.170 to govern the regulation of grease discharge into the municipal system.
Impact on Wastewater Systems
The regulations regarding fats, oils, and grease were designed to manage how such substances are discharged into the city's wastewater treatment plant. According to the City of Oakley, the ordinance went into effect on April 9, 2026, following the required Notice of Passage. The city also made conforming changes to the municipal code as part of this legislative action.
Cemetery District Water Rates
In a separate legislative action on the same day, the Oakley City Council enacted Ordinance 2026-03 to address water usage and pricing within the Cemetery District. This ordinance established a new culinary water classification and a corresponding rate specifically for that district.
Implementation of Water Classification
The ordinance for the Cemetery District was enacted on April 8, 2026, and was scheduled to go into effect on April 15, 2026. This measure created the framework for how culinary water is classified and billed for the district's users.
Public Access to Ordinances
The full text of both ordinances, including the formal Notice of Passage and the ordinance title pages, is available for public review. Residents can access these documents at the Oakley City Offices, located at 960 West Center Street, Oakley, UT 84055.
