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Dayton staff outline water, sewer rate changes and multimillion-dollar tower and treatment needs
Summary
City staff told the council that modest rate increases will be needed to keep water and sewer funds healthy and detailed major capital needs — including a $3.8 million northwest water tower and a $7.3 million wellhead treatment plant — while urging pursuit of state and federal grants.
City staff on Tuesday presented the Dayton City Council with a multi-year look at water and sewer finances and infrastructure needs, urging modest rate increases and continued pursuit of grant funding for large projects.
The presentation, given by staff member Amy, said the water fund is forecast to see a roughly $1.1 million net increase next year after accounting for depreciation and proposed capital. "As you can see at the bottom line, the net number, expected next year is about a $1,100,000 increase in the funds that likely will go right towards new capital," Amy said. Staff proposed a 4%…
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