Sewer system design bond anticipation notes ($4 million)
Fairmont
Summary
The 1983-era wastewater treatment plant has had no major upgrades, and Fairmont operates a combined sewer system with 33 permitted overflow points. The $4 million bond anticipation notes fund engineering and design work needed to pursue larger state and federal construction funding.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $4 million borrowed for design work, with ratepayer money meant to be spent efficiently on the eventual bigger construction package.
Utility customers across Fairmont, who get a modernized plant and a plan to reduce sewer overflows.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Aug 11, 2026
The 1983-era wastewater treatment plant has had no major upgrades, and Fairmont operates a combined sewer system with 33 permitted overflow points. The $4 million bond anticipation notes fund engineering and design work needed to pursue larger state and federal construction funding.
City Council - Jul 28, 2026
Council is moving toward issuing up to $4 million in short-term notes to finance design and pre-project costs for sewer system improvements, ahead of a larger revenue bond for construction. Public hearing is August 11.
City Council - Jul 14, 2026
The city is borrowing up to $4 million short-term to pay for designing sewer system upgrades, a first step toward a larger construction bond.
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