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Goshen board tables proposed 10% penalty on small unpaid water and sewer balances for attorney review
Summary
The board reviewed a proposal to place a 10% penalty on outstanding water and sewer balances above $500 that would be relisted on the town and county tax bill, but tabled the item for the Oct. 23 meeting pending review by the town attorney about legality and percentage caps.
The Town of Goshen Board on Sept. 25 discussed and tabled a proposal to impose a 10% penalty on outstanding water and sewer balances above $500 that are later transferred to town and county tax bills. Members asked the town attorney to review whether the proposed penalty and any percentage cap are legally permissible.
Why it matters: The penalty is meant to encourage timely quarterly utility payments and reduce the administrative…
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