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Murrysville advertises stormwater fee ordinance amid resident concerns and questions about credits
Summary
The borough advertised Ordinance 1108-25, a stormwater utility fee that staff estimates could generate about $965,000–$1,000,000 annually; council approved advertisement while residents and property owners pressed for clearer credit criteria and billing details.
Council members voted to advertise Ordinance 1108-25, a proposed stormwater fee that would create a dedicated revenue stream for stormwater work, after an extended discussion about credits, billing and projected revenue.
Staff said the consultant’s analysis projects roughly $965,000 to $1,000,000 in annual revenue under the draft structure. Administration described current stormwater spending as an estimated $300,000 to $500,000 per year and said the fee would fund deferred maintenance, equipment replacement and compliance work tied to future NPDES/MS4 requirements. Staff cautioned the fee alone would not eliminate major, site-specific flooding problems.
Michael Nestico, chief administrator…
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