Water and Sewer
Water and Sewer rates were restructured in 2019 following an in-depth cost of service study based on industry standards and best practices. The current rate structure was designed to...
- Be Equitable - you pay for what it costs us to provide you service without subsidizing other customers.
- Be Affordable- water needed for life is still provided at a low rate.
- Encourage wise water use - excessive water use is charged at a higher rate to encourage customers to conserve water
The structure includes multi-year rate increases from 2020 - 2024 to secure funding for critical water and sewer projects. Starting in 2025, customers will see a small increase in water and sewer rates each year to ensure future funding.
Monthly charges for water service and sewer service include a fixed charge, a volumetric rate based on metered consumption, and an Infrastructure Replacement fee.
As required by state law, a 9.25% sales tax is assessed to all water sales.
Residential and commercial rates increased 3% on January 1, 2024.
2024 Rates
| Meter Size | Water | Sewer |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8-inch | $5.79 | $9.25 |
| 3/4-inch | $13.78 | $40.91 |
| 1-inch | $17.36 | $52.94 |
| 1.5-inch | $30.51 | $103.04 |
| 2-inch | $43.08 | $144.76 |
| 3-inch | $68.85 | $180.22 |
| 4-inch | $156.51 | $511.37 |
| 6-inch | $195.39 | $609.63 |
| 8 and 10-inch | $254.24 | $780.60 |
| Residential Volumetric Rate | Water | Sewer |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 CCF | $0 | $0 |
| 3-6 CCF | $3.98 | $6.64 |
| 7-10 CCF | $4.78 | $6.64 |
| 11+ CCF | $5.97 | $6.64 |
| Non-Residential Volumetric Rate | Water | Sewer |
|---|---|---|
| All usage | $3.13 | $6.64 |
This simple rate calculator will help you determine how increased water use will affect your bill.
Residential customers receive seasonal sewer billing/sprinkler adjustments during the months of April through November. For more information about this benefit, visit Assistance Programs.
Reduce water use and lower your bill with these tips
1 CCF = 100 Cubic Feet or 748 gallons.
Infrastructure Replacement Fees
The Water and Sewer Infrastructure Replacement fees create dedicated funding for replacing old infrastructure.
- Water Infrastructure Replacement fee – 10% of your water service charges (fixed charge plus usage).
- Sewer Infrastructure Replacement fee – 10% of your sewer service charges (fixed charge plus usage).
Customer Service and Meter Related Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Turn on – Same Day* | $35.00 |
| Turn on – Next Day* | $25.00 |
| Turn on – Running Inside | $50.00 |
| Reconnect for Non-payment* | $60.00 |
| Non-Sufficient Funds | $30.00 |
| Notifies | $15.00 |
| Broken Lock | $95.00 |
| Trips for Inaccessible Meter | $50.00 |
| Installation and Removal of Fire Hydrant Meter | $50.00 |
| Straight Line | $200.00 |
| After hours Response | $240.00 |
Items marked with an asterisk (*) are specified in Municipal Code
Stormwater
Monthly charges for stormwater are based on the amount of impervious square footage (see definition of impervious surfaces below)
| Square Feet | Stormwater Rates |
|---|---|
| < 400 | $ 0.00 |
| 400 - 2,000 | $ 1.50 |
| 2,001 - 6,000 | $ 6.00 |
| > 6,000 | $ 11.00 |
| Condominium (per unit) | $ 3.00 |
| Square Feet | Stormwater Rates |
|---|---|
| < 400 | $ 0.00 |
| 400 - 6,000 | $ 10.00 |
| 6,001 -12,800 | $ 30.00 |
| 12,801 - 25,600 | $ 70.00 |
| 25,601 - 51,200 | $ 150.00 |
| 51,201 - 300,000 | $ 300.00 |
| 300,001 - 1 million | $ 650.00 |
| > 1 million | $ 1,300.00 |
| Condominium (per unit) | $ 10.00 |
Impervious surfaces
Impervious surfaces are those disturbed or hardened surface areas that either prevent or limit the natural entry of water into the soil. Roof tops, buildings, streets, parking lots, sidewalks, asphalt, concrete, other paving, driveways, compacted gravel, patios, and artificial turf are all examples of impervious surfaces. This type of hard-surface improvement reduces natural infiltration and increases the amount of stormwater that flows off your property and into the drainage systems, creeks and rivers of our city.