2025 10 13 Work Session Packet

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Agenda Item 
IV. D.  Public Hearing & Second Reading of Ordinance 1145, An Ordinance to Amend 
Title 14 , Chapter V “Stormwater Management”, Section 14-128 and Section 14-
130 of the Athens City Code. 
 
Overview 
The City of Athens is required to comply with the Tennessee Department of Environment and 
Conservation (TDEC) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Small 
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) General Permit. TDEC has recently clarif ied 
its requirements concerning manufactured treatment devices (MTDs) and stormwater quality 
standards.  
 
Ordinance 1145 (attached) amends Athens City Code, Title 14, Chapter V, Section 14-130(4), 
to align the City Code with updated TDEC requirements, maintain compliance with the MS4 
General Permit, and ensure stormwater management designs reflect current environmental and 
engineering standards. The ordinance had a first reading on September 16, 2025 and a second 
reading and public hearing are scheduled for the October 21, 2025 regular session. 
 
Action to Consider 
Consensus to conduct a public hearing and second reading during the October 21, 2025 regular 
session, as advertised.  
 
Affected Departments 
Public Works 
 
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