The Township Board approved the adoption of a new water rate table in response to rate increases recently implemented by the Cities of Wyoming and Grandville. All municipalities that utilize water services through the City of Wyoming and sewer services through the City of Grandville will be affected by the rate increases. The increase is in response to upcoming infrastructure improvements necessary to continue service, as well as a need for increased capacity due to growth in areas such as Georgetown. Georgetown Township relies on the City of Wyoming for water transmission and comprises 15-21% of total usage, particularly throughout the summer months. To learn more about the water rate study, please watch the Township Board presentation (beginning at the 43:00 mark).
A water reliability study conducted by the City of Wyoming in 2023 found that the water system is rapidly heading toward unsustainable capacity levels and steps to account for area growth and increased demand will need to be taken sooner rather than later. The plan calls for a number of infrastructure updates, including a third transmission main and leading to an eventual plant expansion project projected for 2034.
New water & sewer rates will be implemented on the July 15 water bill cycle. For more information regarding GT water & sewer fund updates, click here.