Summary
The board adopted a new tiered water and sewer rate structure for the next five years to prevent fund insolvency while promoting conservation and increasing fixed revenue recovery.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates approximately $22.7 million annually while phasing in fixed service charge increases and tiered volumetric rates.
Water users who keep consumption below tier thresholds will see smaller percentage rate increases.
Large water users, including multi-family buildings and the Park District, face higher volumetric costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
President and Board of Trustees — September 15, 2026
The board adopted a new tiered water and sewer rate structure for the next five years to prevent fund insolvency while promoting conservation and increasing fixed revenue recovery.
President and Board of Trustees — May 5, 2026
The Village discussed shifting from uniform water rates to inclining block rates to encourage conservation and potentially lower residential bills, though trustees debated equity concerns for large families.
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