Council advances first readings on utility rate increases, utility board budget and updated ethics code
On first reading the council approved proposed increases to gas, water, sewer and stormwater fees, advanced a FY2026–27 Morehead Utility Plant Board budget ordinance and approved an updated municipal ethics code (Title III, Chapter 40).
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The Board of City Council approved first readings for multiple ordinances concerning public utilities: changes to Chapter 51 (Gas and Water), Chapter 53 (Sewer), and Chapter 55 (Storm Water) to increase rates, charges and fees. The motions were recorded as passing on first reading with council members voting yes.
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