NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

FLORIDA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION NOTIFICATION

OCU South Service Area

East Service Area 36-inch Potable Water Main Project

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has determined that the Orange County Utilities’ interconnection project to install a 36-inch diameter water transmission main between International Drive, John Young Parkway, and Town Center Boulevard will not adversely affect the environment. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $10,826,258. The project may qualify for a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan composed of federal funds and state funds.

A full copy of the Florida Categorical Exclusion Notification can be obtained by writing to: Gregory M. Brown, P.E., Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Water Facilities Funding, 2600 Blair Stone Road, MS #3505, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400 or calling: (850)245-8371.