City Council Approves Agreement for Broadway Water to Bill Sewer Customers

The City of Anderson Council meeting on August 11, 2025, focused on a significant agreement with Broadway Water to streamline sewer billing for city customers in the Broadway Water service area. The council discussed the challenges of managing separate billing for sewer services, which has led to difficulties in collecting fees from 32 customers currently using the city sewer system.

City officials highlighted the need for a consolidated billing system to improve efficiency and collection rates. Currently, the city pays Broadway Water $2 per account for meter readings but struggles with outstanding debts totaling over $23,000 from these customers. The proposed agreement would allow Broadway Water to bill sewer customers bimonthly based on water usage, with the added enforcement measure of cutting off water service for non-payment. This service would cost the city $4 per meter, which is an increase from the current arrangement.

The council noted that Broadway Water has successfully implemented similar agreements with other entities, including the county, which has led to better collection rates. The recommendation to approve the agreement was supported by staff, emphasizing the importance of addressing the growing demand for sewer services due to ongoing development in the area, including the construction of 265 homes in the East River Subdivision.

Before finalizing the agreement, council members pointed out the need to clarify the compensation terms in the contract to ensure the $4 fee per meter is explicitly stated. The council is expected to move forward with the approval, aiming to enhance the efficiency of sewer fee collections and improve service for residents in the Broadway Water service area.