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MattersUtilities & InfrastructureBYLAW 2113First seen Feb 7, 2023Last discussed Jan 16, 2024

Sewer utility bylaw amendment

A proposed amendment to the city’s sewer utility rules was listed for consideration. The record does not say what would change for sewer customers.

Where it stands: Amendment listed for readings Feb 7, 2023; no decision is recorded.

Governing bylawNo. 1600In force, as amended

Sewer Utility Bylaw

Owners of properties served by a sanitary sewer main may have to connect buildings that generate sewage, pay sewer fees, and maintain their private service pipes. The bylaw also sets rules for connection work, septic tanks, sewer use, and fee assistance for eligible households.

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

  1. January 16, 2024·Public comment
    • A residentSupports · Sewer utility bylaw amendment
      Supports option two for sewer fees to limit rent increases and flags errors in the territorial acknowledgement.
    • Lisa FoxhallSupports · Sewer utility bylaw amendment
      Supports option two and asks council to reduce the sewer connection fee to $5,000, citing paid debt and costs burdening renters and taxpayers.
    • S. Seyvert (Langford)Mixed · Sewer bylaw and meeting minutes
      Supports option two for sewer fees and asks council to include missing December 4 minutes and restore omitted park-naming comments.
  2. February 7, 2023· Council

    Sewer utility amendment listed for consideration

    Council approved the content and final wording. Adoption is the last step.