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Edina approves first reading of broad 2026 fee and utility-rate package
Summary
The council granted first reading to Ordinance 2025-16 setting 2026 fees and utility rates, including water (+5.25%), sewer (+9.25%), stormwater (+15%), cannabis business registration fees, and new liquor/special-event fees; final adoption is scheduled for Dec. 16.
On Dec. 2 the Edina City Council granted a first reading to Ordinance 2025-16, which updates multiple city fees and increases utility rates for 2026.
Finance Director Pa Thao and staff outlined a package of changes that include a proposed water-rate increase of 5.25%, a sewer-user-rate increase of 9.25%, and a stormwater-rate increase of 15%. The ordinance also proposed several new and…
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