Federal and State mandates, laws, and regulations dictate what we are required to do. Stormwater management is much like sewer and water utilities in that there is a system of pipes and structures throughout the Township which need to be maintained, replaced, and upgraded over time. Municipal Authorities exist throughout Pennsylvania to handle municipal utilities such as sewer, water, and now stormwater. The Municipal Authority is charging this Stormwater Management Fee. The West Hempfield Township Municipal Authority was created to handle funding for the Township's stormwater management program. Who is actually charging the fee and why?Ī. All money collected by the fee can only be used for stormwater management activities and not redirected to other uses.
Some properties are exempt from real estate taxes, but all contribute to stormwater issues and are required to pay the fee. Stormwater Fee Frequently Asked QuestionsĪ: A Stormwater Fee is a “fee for service” based on the cost to manage stormwater that runs off impervious surface areas.
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