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Huntsville's wastewater plant is a no-go because the city can't find the money, even though voters already approved it. City Council is demanding answers on why this essential project is stuck in neutral.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 3 the 90 before that.
The average customer could see their monthly sewer bill increase by approximately $7.40.
Residents and businesses will benefit from improved and more reliable wastewater infrastructure.
Utility customers will face higher monthly costs.
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A $37 million wastewater revenue bond issue planned for this fall would add about $7.40 a month to the average residential sewer bill — and it is only the first of three consecutive years of borrowing.
The city is looking at taking on $37 million in debt to fix wastewater systems. This could mean your monthly sewer bill goes up by about $7.40.
The city is investing in long-term water supply improvements through the Trinity River Authority to ensure reliable service for residents.
Huntsville city officials are moving ahead with millions of dollars in water, wastewater and transportation infrastructure upgrades as the city positions itself for future residential and industrial growth.
The city is moving forward with a $44 million expansion of the Robinson Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant to meet future needs.
Nearly a decade after Huntsville voters approved a broad bond program for water and wastewater improvements, construction on a key treatment plant has yet to begin — and city officials say the primary obstacle is funding.
The council authorized applications for federal grants to support public safety initiatives and upgrade the N.B. Davidson Wastewater Treatment Plant. These grants could provide significant funding for critical city services.
The council is reviewing proposed gas rate increases from CenterPoint Energy, with the first reading of an ordinance to suspend these rates.
The Trinity River Authority presented plans for future upgrades to the Tenaska Water line. These improvements are crucial for the city's water infrastructure.
A property owner sought permission to use a septic system instead of connecting to the city's wastewater system. This could impact infrastructure needs and environmental considerations.
City of Huntsville receives $1M to upgrade aging wastewater plant KBTX News 3
Water/Environment, Award of Merit: City of Huntsville AJ Brown Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project Engineering News-Record (ENR)