GSSD 2026 BUDGET-RATE INCREASE HEARING
Friday, DECEMBER 3, 2025 7PM
TOWN HALL, 411 N MAIN, GUNLOCK
The GSSD Board adopted the 2026 tentative budget at the 11-5-2025 meeting. The revenue is projected to be $76960. The total expenses are projected to be $92960-operating expenses of $76960 plus $16000 for the 2007 water loan payment to rebuild the system after the devastating flood.
For the 89 connections funding the system, that would mean an $83 monthly payment. The Board is proposing a rate increase of $5 monthly making the water rate $60/monthly. The $5 rate for Park & Street Lights is not increasing. Total monthly billing will be $65 per connection. The loan payment will continue to come from money that should be set aside for future repairs and upgrades. The loan will be paid off in two years. The rates will not decrease then as the money will go to the fund for future upgrade/maintenance on the water system. The majority of the system has been in service for almost 20 years. Estimated life of most parts is 40-50 years but meters are 25 years.
The budget includes $9000 for repairs to the 100,000 gallon storage tank that is needed to repair small cracks in the tank and to reseal the tank lid. Also $2500 to replace the meter on the well.
The flat rate billing will continue for 2026. This does not mean there is unlimited use of water. The springs are reflecting the years of drought and showing a reduction in water flow. Extra money has been added to the power for running of the well when needed.
The Board is pursuing a Water Conservation Pricing tiered rate billing for usage over 15,000 gallons monthly. This fee could impact about 20 users based on current meter readings. It will be discussed during the 2026 meetings. A public hearing will be held prior to implementation targeted for 2027.
A copy of the approved tentative budget is attached to this notice. If questions, contact Roxanne Aplanalp, District Clerk, 435-668-8050.
A public hearing will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd at 7PM at the Town Hall [411 N Main ST, Gunlock] for input from the Community on the proposed rate increase and 2026 budget. The Board will approve the 2026 budget/fee schedule at the December 3rd meeting following the public hearing.
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Roxanne Aplanalp at 435-668-8050.