Springfield’s sewer rates will go up on July 1. According to the City of Springfield, residents on the city’s sewer service will pay more in order to continue improving the aging sewer system and to remain in compliance with federal Clean Water Act regulations.
Sewer rates are based on water consumption calculated by averaging water usage for January, February and March. The city’s Clean Water Services division of the Department of Environmental Services charges a minimum customer charge and an additional rate for each 100 cubic feet or CCF of water used.
An average residential customer uses 6 CCF and currently receives a bill for $32.28 a month. After July 1, a residential user of 6 CCF per month will receive a bill for $34.20.
The 2019 increase is the third in a series of increases approved by city council in November 2016. The rate structure will continue through 2020.
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