Putney Selectboard hears sewer budget increase, staff flags possible rate hike
Summary
Town Manager Karen Astley said the sewer draft budget is increasing by $8,491 and advised the board they "should be looking at a rate increase," noting operating costs appear high and recommending efficiency measures like smart rate readers.
Town Manager Karen Astley presented the Sewer Department draft budget at the Oct. 22 meeting and told the Selectboard the budget is increasing by $8,491.
Astley said the board "should be looking at a rate increase" to account for rising operating costs and pointed to possible efficiencies such as installing "smart rate readers." She also noted that the sewer bond is scheduled to be paid off in 2037, which affects long-term planning and debt service forecasting.
No vote was taken; the Selectboard directed staff to continue reviewing operating costs and to return with options for rates, capital priorities and potential efficiencies.
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