Accept sewer rate study and start process for new multi-year rates
In Plain English
The city completed a study of sewer service rates and costs. If approved, staff begins a 45-day public notice period leading to an April 7 hearing on new rates. The study likely recommends rate increases to cover system maintenance and improvements.
Auto-generated summary. Source: official agenda documents.
Votes
Accept the report and adopt Resolution No. 8-20
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously accepted a study on sewer rates that will likely lead to higher bills for residents and businesses. By approving this report, the city begins a 45-day public notice period that leads to a rate-setting hearing on April 7. The study examined what it costs to maintain and improve the sewer system and probably recommends raising rates to cover those expenses. This continues the council's consistent pattern of support for infrastructure measures, with members historically backing such items over 90% of the time.
Auto-generated context. Source: official meeting records.
Similar Discussions
5 related items found by meaning
Set sewer service charges for fiscal year 2013-2014
Adopt report of sewer service charges for Fiscal Year 2014-15
Set sewer service charges for the 2019-2020 budget year
Begin 45-day notice period for public hearing on new sewer rate structure
Adopt final sewer service charges for fiscal year 2021-22
The Story So Far
2 prior discussions on this topic
Richmond Government Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics Act (Richmond GATE Act) Placing a Ballot Initiative on the November 2026 Ballot to Adopt an Ordinance that Establishes an Independent Ethics Commission
Richmond Government Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics Act (Richmond GATE Act) Placing a Ballot Initiative on the November 2026 Ballot to Adopt an Ordinance that Establishes an Independent Ethics Commission
Related by category
Approve $236,258 contract for traffic calming work
Increase Boorman Park renovation contract by $590,000
Approve $100,000 contract for storm drain maintenance
Withdraw sewage holding tank standards and permitting rules
Close Glenn Avenue connection to McBryde Avenue for safer walking and biking
Set standards and permits for temporary sewage holding tanks
Close Glenn Avenue connection to McBryde Avenue for safer walking and biking
Re-certify updated Sewer System Management Plan