A proposed increase for the storm-water rate in Lancaster has been vetoed by Mayor David Varnam. The Lancaster Common Council voted unanimously on Monday in favor of the 40-percent increase – based on a recommendation from the city’s finance committee. City Clerk and Treasurer Dave Kurihara says a 40-percent increase sounds like a lot, but the move will have little financial impact on residents. Mayor Varnam said the increase is a potential burden to residents and businesses. He says facilities – like Lancaster schools and the Grant County Fairgrounds – would pay more than $150-dollars a month in additional fees. Lancaster Common Council President Shayne LaBudda says the council could call a special meeting to override the veto, or take action at its next meeting in November. At least two-thirds of the council would have to vote for the increase to override the veto.
Lancaster Storm Water Rate Increase
Oct 23, 2019 | 1:35 PM
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