Every new tap to the water main, where there has been no prior service to the land, premises, or building, shall be required to pay an installation fee, as set forth in the most current City fee resolution. Every lot is required to hook up to City water. No private wells will be allowed inside the City limits. No construction or water meter installation shall be done during the winter months, unless conditions are favorable for such installation, as determined by the City. Prepayment of installation fees may be allowed up to thirty (30) days prior to the anticipated date of installation.
A. Installation And Connection Fees: For every water connection to the water main of the City, a hookup charge or connection fee shall be charged in such amount as shall be determined by the City Council and approved by resolution set forth in the minutes of the meeting at which said fee is adopted.
B. Commercial And Residential Water Rates: Commercial and residential water rates charged shall be as set by the City Council by a proper resolution filed in the Office of the City Clerk, and open to inspection during business hours.
C. Minimum Meter Rates:
1. Residential: There shall be a per month meter charge when the meter is off, the City does not pro rate. Only the City is permitted to turn the water meters on or off. Those desiring to have meters removed may do so on arrangement with the City. Any subsequent re-hookup shall require payment of the current hookup or connection fee. Any party desiring meter removed shall request same in writing and shall further agree to the subsequent hookup fee.
2. Commercial: There shall be a per month meter charge when the meter is off, the City does not pro rate. Only the City is permitted to turn the water meters on or off. Those desiring to have meters removed may do so on arrangement with the City. Any subsequent re-hookup shall require payment of the current hookup or connection fee. Any party desiring meter removed shall request same in writing and shall further agree to the subsequent hookup fee. (Ord. 416, 3-21-2018)