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Ellettsville council raises renter sewer deposit to $150
Summary
On Feb. 9, 2026, the Ellettsville Town Council approved Ordinance 26‑02 on second reading to raise the sewer deposit for renters from $100 to $150, citing staff recommendations and legal limits tied to a three‑month estimated average bill.
Ellettsville — The Town Council voted Feb. 9 to raise the sewer deposit for renters from $100 to $150, approving Ordinance 26‑02 on its second reading after a lengthy discussion about collection practices and legal limits.
Council members and staff said the change is intended to reduce unpaid sewer-bill write‑offs and the administrative burden of pursuing delinquent accounts. "The deposit may not exceed the estimated average payment due from the property for a 3 month period," said Speaker…
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