The Board continued discussing the Sewer Rate and Tapping Fee Study presented by Remington & Vernick Engineers, focusing on next steps such as transitioning commercial users to a flat EDU-based rate and updating the sewer tapping fee. Board members emphasized the need to clearly communicate the reasons for rate changes to the public, especially in light of concerns about utility privatization and large rate increases elsewhere. While the technical study has been completed by Remington & Vernick, the Township now faces policy implementation, public engagement, billing system adjustments, and potential legal review to support the new rate structure. This creates room for vendors in utility rate consulting, public outreach, financial modeling, and billing system configuration to assist with final rate design, ordinance updates, and customer communication strategies.

Remington & Vernick Engineers led the original sewer rate and tapping fee study; follow-on work may ...