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Catherine Stanislawski - Finance Director/Treasurer
cstanislawski@ci.howell.mi.us
611 E. Grand River
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 546-3500
M-F 8:00a - 5:00p
City of Howell Budget 2008 - 2009
2008 Water Rate Increase
The City of Howell raised its rates for Water and Sewer effective the July 1, 2008. A study conducted during 2006 confirmed the need to increase operating revenues and ensure adequate funds to undertake future capital repairs and replacements. In accordance with State law, rates do not allow for any “profit” beyond actual costs. The City cannot transfer money from the Water and Sewer funds to the General Fund and water and sewer charges cannot be used for any other purpose.
After a large increase 12 years ago, the City Council adopted a policy to increase rates annually by the Consumers Price Index (CPI). Unfortunately, costs have increased beyond the rate of inflation, particularly in the areas of fuels and capital supplies influenced by fuel prices.
Sewer revenues from rate charges are scheduled to increase by 9% overall, while water revenues from charges will increase by 5.4%. The 2007 CPI increased about 3.7%. The increase for the majority of customers, our residents using 5/8 inch meters, ranges from $6.25 per bimonthly bill for 10,000 gallons to $12.25 for 50,000 gallons. The next largest group of users, with one inch meters, will see an increase of $13.25 for 10,000 gallons in their bi-monthly billing up to $19.25 for 50,000 gallons.
City Park Stickers:
For City of Howell residents – If you receive a water bill, you will get one Howell City park sticker with your April/May water bill, watch for it! If your property is a rental, you are responsible to give the park sticker to your renter. If you desire more park stickers, you will have to come to City Hall and show proof of residency to get one additional free park sticker.
For Oceola Township residents – Please contact the Township Hall at 517.546.3259
For Marion and Genoa Township residents – You must come to the City of Howell at 611 E. Grand River and show proof of residenct to purchase your park sticker.
The cost of park stickers is listed below:
City of Howell and Oceola Township residents (beyond the two free stickers): $15 each
Marion and Genoa Township residents: $40 first sticker, $30 each additional sticker
Non-residential: $80 first sticker, $60 each additional sticker
Stickers will also be available at the park entrance booth, with proof of residency.
Pavilion Rentals:
*Notice -
Effective February 1, 2008, all requests for Pavilion Rentals at the City Park will be Handled by the City's Treasurers office at 611 E. Grand River Ave, 2nd Floor, Monday - Friday 8 - 5 pm.
Three pavilions available. There are two large pavilions that each hold 100. The small pavilion holds 25. The pavilions are available for rent from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Great for those company picnics or family reunions!
Rental Fees are:
- Large Pavilions:
- Weekday $50 /day
- Weekend $75 /day
- Small Pavilion:
- Weekday $25 /day
- Weekend $50 /day
**Note: Credit Cards are not accepted at City Hall.
Call 517-546-3500 for more information.
2007 Howell Financial Audit Results
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