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Stormwater utility rate held flat for FY26; stormwater and utilities outline costs and staffing needs
Summary
DES and utilities staff told the County Board the stormwater utility rate will remain $258 per ERU in FY26, while outlining rising costs driven by MS4 permit obligations, capital needs, and a proposed new engineer position plus one-time tree canopy funding.
At a March work session, DES and utilities staff told the County Board they do not propose a stormwater utility rate increase for calendar-year 2025, holding the charge at $258 per equivalent residential unit (ERU). Staff said the decision relies on available fund balance and strategic use of reserves while noting long-term rate pressures tied to capital projects and regulatory obligations.
Nut graf: Staff said FY26 stormwater operating expenses rise about 7% due to…
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