New ordinance passed for utility rates

An ordinance amending the Allison Municipal Code was adopted Monday, increasing sewer rates with a $22.50 debt service charge and gallons per used [chart].

Taking effect Jan. 1, the boost in costs is due to the $3.85 million needed for maintenance and modifications to lagoons and sewer relining.”

"In order to apply for a Community Development Block Grant, we need to show the city is moving forward on the needed project by doing our part and raising sewer rates,” said Mayor Scot Henrichs.

Read full story in the Oct. 16 Tribune-Journal.