Allow sewer fees to be collected through property tax bills
In Plain English
The city currently bills residents separately for sewer services. This change lets the county collect these fees along with property taxes. Property owners will see sewer charges added to their annual tax bill instead of receiving separate bills.
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Votes
Adopted Resolution No. 96-10
6 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved a change that will add sewer fees to residents' annual property tax bills instead of sending separate bills throughout the year. This administrative change means property owners will see their sanitary and storm sewer charges listed alongside their property taxes when they receive their annual tax statement from the county. The measure passed with broad support in a 6-1 vote, with Councilmember Viramontes casting the lone dissenting vote. This streamlines billing for residents who will now receive one combined bill instead of multiple separate notices for sewer services.
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Community Discussion
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