FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
City of Lynnwood Public Hearing - Utility Rates
New Schedule of rates for 2023-2028
LYNNWOOD, WA (October 4, 2022) - The City of Lynnwood Public Works Department has completed an analysis of water, sewer, and stormwater rates for its customers. This is a regularly occurring analysis and update of rates done every 3 years which results in a 6-year adopted schedule of rates.
A major focus of the analysis was on the sewer system and increases necessary in order to fund major capital improvements at Lynnwood’s Wastewater Treatment Plant over the next 10 years. These improvements are estimated to cost $150 to $200 million. They must be made in order to comply with stricter standards for discharging into Puget Sound, and improve how we handle the wastewater treatment byproducts. Despite these needed increases, Lynnwood’s utility rates would continue to remain among the lowest in the region.
A Public Hearing is scheduled for Monday October 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lynnwood City Hall City Council Chambers. The public is invited to attend and make comments. The City Council will consider public input before adopting an ordinance that sets the new schedule of rates for 2023-2028. More information will be available in the council agenda packet www.lynnwoodwa.gov/Government/City-Council.
About Lynnwood Public Works Department
Our mission is to effectively and efficiently develop, manage and operate the physical infrastructure that is the foundation of the City’s health, safety and welfare while enhancing the quality of life in our community. To learn more, visit www.LynnwoodWA.gov/PublicWorks.
About City of Lynnwood
Incorporated in 1959, Lynnwood is the economic hub of South Snohomish County. Situated at the convergence of interstates I- 5 and I-405, Lynnwood’s accessibility, variety of housing and employment options, colleges and outstanding park system attract a wide variety of businesses and residents. For its diverse population of more than 36,000, Lynnwood is a great place to live, work and play. Lynnwood Moving Forward: Our Community Vision – the City will be a regional model for a sustainable, vibrant community with engaged citizens and accountable government. Lynnwood is…a great deal more!
Contact:
Public Works Department
425-670-5200
PWRequest@LynnwoodWA.gov
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