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City council approves first reading to lower water and sewer capacity fees to $2,000
Summary
Westmoreland City Council voted 3–1 on first reading to lower per-connection water and sewer capacity fees to $2,000, with discussion about phased increases, a dedicated account for proceeds and concerns about development impacts.
Westmoreland City Council approved on first reading to lower water and sewer capacity fees to $2,000 per connection, a change that drew questions about implementation and future increases.
The measure, introduced as an amendment to the city’s capacity-fee ordinance, passed the first reading 3–1. Councilman Brown moved to begin discussion; Councilman Calvert seconded, and the roll call showed three members in favor and one opposed for the first reading.
Supporters said the council originally set a higher fee — discussed in the meeting as $3,500 —…
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