Are Stormwater Fees Right for You?

Webinar

When:

June 25 at 12:00 PM

Virtual Event

Presented by HRG, Inc.

Stormwater costs are on the rise due to increased regulation, aging infrastructure, and the increasing frequency of heavy storms. But existing tax revenue is already spread thin by other priorities. You need more revenue to address your stormwater needs, and stormwater fees could be the answer.

Stormwater fees provide a dedicated stream of funding that ensures you always have the money on hand to manage stormwater issues – without competing with other budgetary needs. This is a crucial advantage when seeking grants and outside funding for improvements.

Stormwater fees are also a more equitable source of funding than property taxes: Everyone pays according to their contribution to runoff (even tax-exempt properties), and owners can reduce their cost through credits for approved stormwater management techniques. Many communities across Pennsylvania have found the cost of stormwater management for individual homeowners is consistently lower through fees than through property taxes.

Attend this webinar to learn more about stormwater fees and how to evaluate them alongside other methods of stormwater funding to determine the best approach for your community.