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Council delays sharp wastewater rate increase after heated debate over CDM Smith work
Summary
Vermilion council debated a large sewer‑rate increase tied to a proposed wastewater plant plan and consultant costs, rejected an initial motion to hold rates, then passed an ordinance keeping current rates through 2026 while staff and the new administration continue work with the consultant and EPA.
Vermilion City Council narrowly rejected an early motion to hold 2026 wastewater rates at current levels, then later approved an ordinance to keep existing inside‑city rates through 2026 while officials seek additional data and negotiation with their consultant and the EPA.
At a legislative committee meeting, administration staff outlined the background: rates had been scheduled to rise under a 2023 study tied to a projected capital program. Council heard that without…
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