Kent County approves 11% sewer rate increase amid objections from commissioners
Kent County Levy Court approved a user-rate increase for Kent County Disposal District No. 1 from $3.82 to $4.24 per thousand gallons after debate. Commissioner Sweeney opposed the increase, saying it would harm low-income families; the measure passed 5-2.
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Levy Court voted on Resolution 4,162 to raise Kent County Disposal District No. 1 user rates to $4.24 per thousand gallons (previously $3.82). Commissioner Pepper moved for approval; after debate the roll call recorded five yeas and two nays and the resolution carried.
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