Summary
Sewer bills are going up for homes and businesses alike. The city says the NewGen rate study justifies the increase to align with the FY 2027 budget, and it adds $246,000 in commercial/industrial revenue.
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Last discussed Aug 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
The minimum monthly sewer bill rises about 99 cents, to $16.76, with volumetric charges up 53 cents per 1,000 gallons.
The city's wastewater system, which operates aging infrastructure built for a much larger population, gets additional funding.
Residents and businesses pay higher sewer bills, though residential bills remain capped at 12,000 gallons per cycle.
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