TC member Vic DeLuca said the utility would enable the town to help prevent flooding, fix/add infrastructure, and incentivize residents to reduce impervious surfaces. Some public commenters questioned whether a new utility was the most effective way to deal with challenges.
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Storm Water Utility
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EnvironmentGovernmentInfrastructureMaplewood
Maplewood Intros New Storm Water Utility to Fund Infrastructure Projects
The utility will provide a regular pool of funds for annual drainage improvements and be funded by residential and commercial properties, with fees ranging from $35-$175 annually based on the amount of impervious surface on a property.
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“We don’t want to impose more fees on our residents, but the world is changing. Climate change is happening, infrastructure is aging, and we need to be able to keep our residents safe.” — TC member Deborah Engel
