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MS4 coordinator seeks board approval to pursue stormwater utility rate study; proposals range $45K–$117K
Summary
Dearborn County MS4 coordinator Sandy Whitehead told commissioners she received stormwater utility proposals ranging from about $45,000 to $117,000 and asked permission to consult county council to request funds for a rate study; commissioners approved the request.
Sandy Whitehead, Dearborn County MS4 coordinator, briefed the board on how other counties collect stormwater utility fees and described contracting options to calculate a rate structure. "Five counties that I contacted put that fee collection mechanism on their property tax bill," Whitehead said, noting some counties contract firms that prepare assessments and deliver lists for the auditor.
Whitehead said she had received proposals in the range of $45,000 to $117,000 and wanted permission to approach county council to request the appropriation needed to complete a rate study from a firm (she named ERC as one firm and said she had contacted Baker Tilly for information). Commissioners voted to allow Whitehead to consult with council and to return with final quotes and a recommended contractor prior to the next meeting.
Board members discussed administrative steps required to place any fee on property tax rolls and asked staff to confirm details of collection mechanisms and recordation practices. Whitehead and staff agreed the next step is finalizing quotes, then seeking council approval for any contract.
