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Stormwater drainage onto neighboring properties

Residents — including a professional engineer — argued the site's drainage plan routes all stormwater onto adjacent properties rather than city systems, raising flood concerns for backyards already prone to sogginess. Staff said detention basins will ensure no increase in peak runoff.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 12, 2026

HighWater Utilities

2027 Utility Rates and Capital Improvement Plan

Residents will pay about $9.23 more per month across water, sewer, stormwater, and trash bills in 2027, driven by mandated wastewater upgrades and inflation. Staff flagged a looming $140 million biosolids project and a growing water main rehabilitation backlog.

2 mentionsLast discussed Aug 18, 2026