Warrick County approves 66% stormwater rate increase after public comment

Feb 24, 2026

After a public comment urging targeted districts, commissioners approved a stormwater rate increase recommended by the drainage board to shore up the stormwater fund and avoid operating deficits. The increase passed 3-0.

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Warrick County commissioners voted Feb. 23 to adopt a stormwater rate increase recommended by the drainage board, a change described in public comment as a 66% hike and intended to prevent the stormwater fund from operating in the red.

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