Consolidated Fee Schedule Corrections for Public Utilities
Summary
The city approved raising utility impact fees for water, sewer, and stormwater for the first time since 1999 to help new development pay for necessary infrastructure. Fees will be phased in over two years starting in January 2027.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates approximately $7 million annually for water, $5.5 million for sewer, and $2.25 million for stormwater enterprise funds.
Existing city ratepayers, who will no longer fully subsidize infrastructure expansions needed for new development.
Real estate developers and new homebuyers, who will face higher one-time connection and building permit fees.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Council Formal Meeting - Oct 6, 2026
The city approved raising utility impact fees for water, sewer, and stormwater for the first time since 1999 to help new development pay for necessary infrastructure. Fees will be phased in over two years starting in January 2027.
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Council Limited Formal Meeting - Sep 8, 2026
The city is moving forward with public hearings on raising water, sewer, and stormwater impact fees on new construction for the first time since 1999.
Council Work Session Meeting - May 28, 2026
Residents are struggling to understand complex utility bills. The city is rolling out a new tool to help people see how their usage affects their costs.
Council Work Session Meeting - May 5, 2026
The council will review the proposed budgets for the Metropolitan Water District and the Department of Public Utilities. These discussions may include potential increases in utility rates for residents to cover infrastructure costs and maintain service quality.
Council Formal Meeting - Nov 18, 2025
Residents are concerned about significant increases in their water and sewer bills, with some reporting over 100% hikes.
Council Work Session Meeting - Oct 14, 2025
The city is updating long-stagnant fire line fees to cover infrastructure costs, raising concerns about the cumulative impact on residents' utility bills.
Council Work Session Meeting - Feb 11, 2025
The city is considering raising golf fees to pay for $35 million in needed repairs.
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