The South Hadley Selectboard will hold public hearings on upcoming sewer rate increases and trash collection changes on Saturday, April 13. The hearings, led by Town Administrator Lisa Wong and Director of Public Works John Broderick, will begin at 9 a.m. at the South Hadley Senior Center with a discussion on the sewer rate increases and the capital improvements behind them. At 10 a.m., the hearing will turn to a discussion on the upcoming curbside trash collection changes. The public is encouraged to attend. The hearing is hybrid and residents can attend in person or on Zoom here: https://www.southhadley.org/AgendaCenter/Selectboard-5/?#_04132024-5439
Wastewater management is an important part of town government. The public can download this document to review the wastewater budget and projections. Change the rates in the yellow BOX to change the budget figures. Keep an eye on the first and last lines, which represent the projected department balances at the beginning and end of the year. The sewer operating and capital projects come out of this budget so keep in mind that cash flow is key and balances should continue to be at or near $1m to ensure the system is able to operate and anticipate emergencies: Sewer Projection Analysis 2024