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Public hearing on proposed stormwater fee draws residents’ concerns over affordability, appeals and transparency
Summary
At a public hearing in McMinnville, residents voiced concerns about a proposed stormwater utility fee tied to impervious surface assessments, asking about appeals, exemptions, credits, oversight, and how funds would be managed; the hearing was closed for staff follow‑up and board consideration.
McMinnville officials opened a public hearing to gather comments on a proposed stormwater utility fee intended to fund stormwater maintenance, mitigation, water‑quality projects and compliance with the MS4 permit.
Speaker 5 explained the procedure and said public comment would be entered into the record; staff will consider questions for follow‑up. Multiple residents urged more data, transparent billing, and protections for renters, fixed‑income households and small businesses.
An early commenter warned that measuring and taxing impervious surface could increase housing and construction costs, arguing that "53% of the people in this town rent" and that pervious pavements add complexity…
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