Non-binding vote on St. Andrew Bay cleanup scheduled

A non-binding vote on improving St. Andrew Bay's health will take place on April 22. City officials introduced a new stormwater filter called Bay Savor, designed to remove debris from stormwater before it reaches the Bay. The Bay Savor filter is a 12-foot device with teeth that captures larger debris. It is over 80% efficient, according to city officials. Cleaning the filter will require a truck-vac to remove collected materials. The project will cost $8 million for 17 filters, funded by a state grant. The final decision will be made by city commissioners after the vote.