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Utility Rates
Utility fees support vital public services for the entire community, including the delivery of clean water, wastewater management, street lighting, and sidewalk snow removal.
Detailed Utility Fees & Charges for residential and commercial customers
2025 Residential Utility Rate Summary
Water
$2.58 per 1,000 gallons
+ $0.12 from 2024
Meter Base
$10.31 flat fee
+ $0.49 from 2024
Sewer Base
$7.72 flat fee
+ $0.67 from 2024
Sewer
$5.00 per 1,000 gallons
+ $0.43 from 2024
- Storm Water Base: +$0.19
- Sidewalk & Trail: +$0.01
- State Surcharge: No change
- Major Roadway Lighting: No Change
- Street Lighting: No change*
- Sidewalk Snowplow: +$0.06**
*Only for properties with continuous street lighting
**Only for properties adjacent to a sidewalk
Reading Your Utility Bill
Meter Base Charge
A flat fee per meter covers fixed service costs and supports future meter replacements and technology maintenance.
Water Charges
Monthly water usage is measured electronically through property meters.
Sewer Charges
Sewer fees are based on water usage, capped at your winter average. A base charge also covers fixed costs like billing and meter reading.
Storm Drainage Fee
Supports the stormwater system, including runoff management, pond preservation, and street sweeping.
Sidewalk Snowplowing
Charged only to properties with adjacent sidewalks; covers contracted snow removal.
Major Roadway Lighting
Funds maintenance, replacement and expansion of lighting at major roads and intersections.
Street Lighting & State Surcharge
Covers local streetlight maintenance. The state surcharge supports statewide water quality testing.
Sidewalk & Trail Maintenance
Funds snow removal and maintenance of regional trails and sidewalks near City properties.
Average Household Cost
based on 5,000 gallon usage
| Charge | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Water | $12.90 |
| Meter Base | $10.31 |
| Sewer | $25.00 |
| Sewer Base | $7.72 |
| Storm Water | $7.98 |
| State Surcharge | $0.81 |
| Major Roadway Lighting | $0.36 |
| Street Lighting* | $2.95 |
| Sidewalk & Trail | $0.22 |
| Sidewalk Snowplow** | $1.99 |
Late Fees
Unpaid balances accrue a 1.5% monthly penalty.