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Sewer, refuse fees to increase for city residents
By Doug Keeler Midway Driller Editor dkeeler@taftmidwaydriller.com @midwaydriller
Taft Midway Driller
Sewer and refuse fees are going up for homeowners and business owners in the city after the Taft City council approved a series of rate hikes last week.
The increases were recommended by a rate study conducted by city staff and HF&H Consultants LLC are designed to keep the sewer and refuse funds self-sufficient, according to city staff.
The increase will affect 2,257 properties in the city.
The new fee schedule for sewer service and trash pickup
For single-family residences, fees will be $67.91 in fiscal year 2021-22, rising to $89.27 in 2024-25.
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