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Council moves forward with 5% sewer-rate increase to take effect in July
Summary
By motion and voice vote, the council approved a 5% increase in current sewer rates to take effect July 3; staff said the change will first appear on the August 1 billing cycle.
The City of Sumpter council voted to implement a 5% increase in current sewer rates following prior discussion. Staff (speaker 5) moved "to increase the current sewer rates by 5% as per the previous meeting," and the council approved the motion; staff said the rate change would be reflected on August 1 bills and is effective as discussed beginning July 3.
Councilors clarified that this adjustment was the previously discussed 5% increase rather than an additional flat fee, and staff confirmed billing timing so residents will see the change on the upcoming cycle. The council did not attach a separate exemption or hardship provision in the motion recorded in the minutes.
