MSD presents 2026 budgets; community groups press for impervious-surface fee pilot
The Metropolitan Sewer District presented a 2026 operating budget of $255.9 million and a $153.6 million capital request, while promising no residential rate increase for 2026. Environmental groups urged an impervious-surface fee and MSD described plans for a targeted pilot and rate-design changes to shift more costs to high-volume commercial users.
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The Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) presented the 2026 operating budget ($255.9 million) and capital program ($153.6 million request, $84.4 million appropriation upon passage) to the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners, explaining cost drivers and the district—s approach to rates and capital planning.
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