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Bel Air budget includes $55,584 for fire hydrant rentals after Maryland American surcharge
3219164 · May 8, 2025
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Staff reported that Bel Air pays Maryland American Water for rental of about 304 hydrants, at $164.75 each plus a property‑tax surcharge, and placed $55,584 in the FY26 budget for hydrant rentals.
Town staff told commissioners on May 7 that the FY26 budget includes $55,584 for annual fire‑hydrant rentals paid to Maryland American Water.
Public Works staff said the town maintains 304 hydrants that Maryland American invoices at a rental of $164.75 each. In addition, staff described a property‑tax surcharge introduced by Maryland American that…
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