The creation of a Utility Commission in Dripping Springs earlier this month marks another crucial step for city leaders to have 100 percent beneficial reuse from its wastewater treatment plant. 

As part of closed-door negotiations between the Dripping Springs City Council and parties with affected status in State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) meetings, the commission will help ensure that the city does not discharge water into neighboring creeks and waterways, which was a major point ...