Stormwater Tier Charges - November 2023 Water Bill
Any questions regarding usage of a water bill contact: Town of Hudson Department of Public Works Water Division 1 Municipal Drive Hudson, MA 01749 978-562-9333 ext. 318 Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm | Any questions regarding payments, past due balance or on-line payments of a water bill contact: Town of Hudson Collector's Office 78 Main Street Hudson, MA 01749 978-568-9610 978-568-9611 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm |
If you are concerned with your water usage. See Water Usage Tips At https://www.townofhudson.org/water-department
Water I Sewer is measured by the water meter inside your home and charges, whether waste or not, Water I Sewer is billed per 100 Cubic Feet (quarterly min charge is 400 cf)
Abatement request must be received in writing from the property owner, stating reason for such request within 30 days of the due date for the bill which the abatement is being requested
All bills are due & payable within 30 days of billing date. If not paid by due date, 14% interest will be charged. Nonpayment of bills may be cause for termination under section 3.4 or the placement of a lien on real estate as provided for under Chapter 40, Section 42A-42F inclusive of the General Law.
TIER CHARGE
There is a new stormwater line within your bill which will assist the Town of Hudson to comply with the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4). This is an unfunded federally regulated permit that is issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for stormwater discharges within local waterbodies. To comply with the MS4 Permit, the average Fiscal Year 2024-2026 costs $1.1 Million annually.
Why Am I Receiving this Bill? Town meeting in May 2023, and select board meetings after have authorized Public works to implement a Stormwater Enterprise fund. Higher impervious areas create more stormwater runoff and a higher burden on our systems. Our systems contain thousands of catch basins and stormwater manholes, over 100 stormwater discharge points, and 70 Miles of stormwater pipes. In order to be equitable, your parcel is charged by your impervious area. For a breakdown of charges, please see: https://www.townofhudson.org/department-public-works/stormwater-division/pages/stormwater-utility-fees
Where Does the Money Go?
Revenue from the stormwater fees will go to stormwater infrastructure repair and maintenance, program administration, regulatory compliance and enforcement and capital improvement projects. These operations will help limit flooding on streets and safely transport stormwater into streams and other water bodies.
How to Learn More?
To learn more, or see the rates, please visit our website, https://www.townofhudson.org/department-public-works/stormwater-division .
Checks made payable to: Town of HudsonRemove Remit Copy at perforation and mail payments to:Town of HudsonTown Hall - Treasurer's Office78 Main Street Hudson, MA01749 OrPay Online at: www.townofhudson.org