Council backs collecting 25% up front from developer for Artemis trunk sewer design
Aug 25, 2026
City staff outlined framework for trunk sanitary sewer and water-main design for the proposed Artemis development. Council confirmed a consensus to require 25% of connection fees ($1,375,000) up front — payable in two installments — to reduce risk to the city while the developer proceeds through approvals.
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Public Works Director and City Engineer David Berkowitz told the council the city wants a portion of the cost up front to reduce financial risk and to have plans ready once the developer secures approvals. Berkowitz said the developer would pay funds so the city could develop the plans while the developer pursued the preliminary plat process.
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