Resident questions sewer charges after installing irrigation system; board outlines options

A Glens Falls resident raised concerns Nov. 3 after receiving a higher sewer bill following the installation of a private irrigation system, prompting board discussion of options and communication steps.

The resident, identified in the meeting as Mr. Drews, called the office after installing an irrigation system and said he was “a little surprised” by the bill and “didn't understand why he's gotta get a sewer” charge for irrigation, according to staff remarks in the meeting. Board staff advised that Mr. Drews may submit a written appeal to the Water and Sewer Board and that the matter can be taken up at the board's…