The Temple Terrace City Council authorized Phase 1 of a SCADA modernization project to replace obsolete water‑utility controls, add real‑time monitoring and strengthen cybersecurity. Funding of $378,890 was approved from the FY26 water budget and contingency reserves; council also fielded questions about how the upgrade links to longer‑term treatment plans.

HB 925 targets the protection of key infrastructure and cybersecurity measures in Florida.

County leaders said they will solicit a proposal from a vendor that provides an on-site technician and expanded cybersecurity services, and acknowledged the new contract will cost more than the current provider (about $10,000/month).