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City staff recommend continuing 4.5% stormwater rate increase for 2026; consultant study to follow
Summary
Staff proposed a 4.5% stormwater rate increase for 2026 to address inflation, permit obligations and growing capital/maintenance needs. Presenters said the stormwater permit and increased O&M and capital demands justify the increase and that a full rate study is expected early next year.
City stormwater and finance staff told the council they recommend a 4.5% stormwater rate increase for 2026 to address rising operating and capital costs tied to new regulatory requirements and aging infrastructure.
Troy (Stormwater/Finance) described the recommendation as a continuation of an existing, multi‑year approach. Staff said prior rate planning stemmed from a stormwater comprehensive plan covering 2020–2025; a refreshed financial chapter and rate study are expected early in 2025. Until that study is complete, staff recommended a 4.5%…
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