The City of Longview has scheduled a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to its wastewater pretreatment regulations, according to an official notice published on February 17, 2026. The notice is available at Notice of Public Hearing – Amendments to LMC Ch. 15.24 – Sewage Disposal-Pretreatment.
The hearing is set for the Longview City Council’s regular meeting on March 12, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers at 1525 Broadway Street. Council members will take public input on Ordinance No. 3572, which would amend Section 15.24 of the Longview Municipal Code and formally adopt the Three Rivers Regional Wastewater Authority Discharge Pretreatment Policy.
The city states that residents may comment in person or participate virtually through Zoom. Those joining online must register in advance through the City Clerk. Written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by emailing the City Clerk’s Office with “Public Comment” in the subject line. The notice also emphasizes that City Hall is accessible to individuals with disabilities, and accommodations can be requested by contacting the City Executive Office at least 48 hours ahead of the meeting.
A Zoom link and dial‑in telephone numbers are provided in the city’s notice for those who wish to attend remotely. The webinar ID listed is 823 9413 2374.
The amendments under consideration relate specifically to pretreatment standards—rules that govern how wastewater must be treated before entering the public sewer system. This includes industrial and commercial dischargers whose wastewater characteristics may affect system performance, public health, or regulatory compliance. Longview’s current pretreatment standards incorporate rules adopted by the Three Rivers Regional Wastewater Authority, which oversees regional wastewater management.
The proposed ordinance would update local regulations to align with the TRRWA Discharge Pretreatment Policy. The city’s notice states that the policy would be adopted under Ordinance No. 3572 if approved.
Why this matters
Industrial pretreatment rules are a key component of regional environmental compliance, ensuring that pollutants do not enter the municipal wastewater system at levels that could damage infrastructure, interfere with treatment processes, or lead to permit violations. Updates to Section 15.24 could directly affect businesses that discharge process wastewater, as well as ratepayers who rely on consistent operation of the regional treatment system.
Residents and business owners who may be affected by these changes are encouraged to review the proposed amendments and, if needed, provide public comment during the March 12 hearing.
Sources
City of Longview: Notice of Public Hearing – Amendments to LMC Ch. 15.24 – Sewage Disposal-Pretreatment
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