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Budget Work Session
March 27, 2025
The Vice -Mayor called the meeting or order at 6:01 p.m. and asked for a roll call.
Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Absent
Sunshine N. Cope- Absent Steven W. Erickson- Aye
Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye
2. Mayor Collins joined the meeting at 6:38 p.m.
3. The Town Council discussed the 2025-2026 budget, focusing on water and sewer
projects. Key points include a $25 million water plant upgrade with possible principal
forgiveness, and a $1.7 million backwash tank project. The water fund's revenue is
projected to rise $601,000, with a $296,700 annual debt service payment for the water
plant. The water fund's budget includes $150,000 for water line replacements. The
council emphasized the need for transparency and long-term planning to address systemic
issues and ensure sustainable funding. The Town Council discussed the proposed budget
for water and sewer rates. Water rates will increase by an average of 26% for inside
usage and outside rates will be 25% more than inside, which was discussed in the rate
structure meeting. Sewer rates will rise by 6.35% across the board. The council
highlighted the need for significant investments in pump stations, with a $180,000 cost
per pump. The sewer system faces critical issues, including outdated equipment and
maintenance challenges. The council emphasized the importance of balancing rate
increases with the town's financial health and future development. Transparent
communication and strategic planning were also stressed to mitigate community impact.
4. With no further business, the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
ATTEST
Olivia C. Hale
Clerk of Council
TOWN of PULAS VIRGINIA
W. Shannon Collins
Mayor
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