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Council debates moving sewer‑lateral coverage to July 1 as residents raise timing and communication concerns
Summary
Council members discussed whether the sewer lateral assistance program should start July 1 to allow immediate repairs; staff and councilors outlined fund balances, revenue estimates, and collection timing tied to property taxes. Residents said they were misled about when work could begin.
Ferguson council members and staff debated whether the city's sewer‑lateral assistance program should begin July 1 so residents could start repairs sooner, while several residents said unclear communication left them unable to plan for work.
At the May 13 meeting, City Manager Hampton and councilmembers discussed bringing the sewer‑lateral program into effect at the start of the fiscal year, July 1, so the city could track costs and begin funding repairs earlier. Councilman Kasoff said he wanted the item placed on the next agenda so the council could decide whether the change requires a…
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