Annual monthly per gallon rate adjusted as follows:

On July 1, 2010, all water rates shall be increased by 2.0%.  On each July 1 thereafter, said water rates shall be increased by 2.0% over the rates in effect during the preceding year.

Current Rate           New Rate  Nov. 1, 2009

First 1,000 gallons                    $10.81                    $13.00

Every 1,000 after                        $4.59                     $6.00

These rates cover the expense of pumping the water, treatment, monitoring and testing the water's safety for regulatory compliance, energy costs, operating personnel, licensed personnel to oversee the water quality, and distributing the water.  Also the 2009 water project.  (more information below)

On July 1, 2009, the minimum bill for sewer service shall be increased by 2.0%.  On each July 1 thereafter, sewer rates shall be increased by 2.0% over the rates in effect during the preceding year.

Current Rate           New Rate July 1, 2009

First 1,000 gallons                      $13.25                   $13.52

These rates cover the expense of pumping the sewage, treatment, monitoring and testing the lagoons for regulatory compliance, energy costs, operating personnel, licensed personnel to oversee the sewer, and distributing the wastewater to the lagoons.  Also the rehabilitation completed in 2003. 

The City is currently working with the Iowa DNR on plans to comply with our permit.  Plans are underway to convert the current lagoons to a continuous aerated system.  A rate increase in expected for the project.