On June 18, 2025, the City of Winter Springs hosted a Special Utilities Workshop to present its Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and share progress on the modernization of the City’s East and West Water Reclamation Facilities. The workshop was led by the Public Works and Utilities Department alongside key consultants and the City’s construction partners.
Capital Improvement Plan Overview
The City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a multi-year roadmap used to prioritize and fund essential utility infrastructure projects. This planning tool ensures that Winter Springs can proactively manage and upgrade systems that support public health, environmental protection, and community growth.
Utilities Capital Infrastructure Plan (CIP) for:
- Wastewater (Sewage) Projects
- Potable Water (Drinking) Projects
- Reclaimed Water (Irrigation) Projects
These categories reflect the City’s focus on critical infrastructure areas that serve homes, businesses, and recreational areas throughout Winter Springs.
Active Projects for Fiscal Year 2025
Current utility improvements are underway across several systems. These include:
- Generator installation at Water Treatment Plant #3
- Lift Station 7W reconstruction
- Michael Blake reclaimed water main extension
- Lead and copper inventory for compliance
- SCADA upgrades for emergency response
- Sheoah Boulevard and Vistawilla Boulevard main extension designs
5-Year Utilities Investment Plan
From 2026 to 2030, the City plans to carry out 31 infrastructure projects totaling nearly $34 million:
- $17.9 million for potable water
- $8.6 million for wastewater
- $7.3 million for reclaimed water
These efforts address aging infrastructure, improve efficiency, expand service, and ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
Water Reclamation Facility Construction Updates
The City is replacing its outdated 1970s-era East and West Water Reclamation Facilities with modern plants that are more reliable and capable of meeting future demands. The facilities will be constructed with multiple treatment trains to maintain operations during maintenance or disruptions.
Anticipated Construction Schedule:
- East Wastewater Plant (Sam Smith Park)
- Commence: Summer 2026
- Complete: End of 2028
- West Wastewater Plant (Highlands)
- Commence: End of 2027
- Complete: End of 2029
The East facility’s final design is complete and permitted. A construction loan application has been submitted to the State Revolving Fund (SRF) program, with funding approval expected soon. Work on the West facility will begin once the East project is well underway.
Looking Ahead
Over the next several months, the City will continue to refine cost estimates, secure long-lead materials, and coordinate construction planning. Value engineering workshops will help ensure the final product remains within budget while delivering maximum performance.
View the Presentations:
Utilities Capital Infrastructure Program
East & West Water Reclamation Facility Update
Winter Springs remains committed to transparent governance, long-term sustainability, and strategic investment in the infrastructure that supports everyday life.
Victoria K. Bruce
Commissioner, District 2
Winter Springs, Florida
