Village of Ilion Water Rates Rising to Cover Improvement Project Costs

ILION, N.Y. — If you are a customer of Village of Ilion water, expect to see an increase on your upcoming bill.

Starting April 1, the monthly water bill will reflect a rise of $30 for the payment associated with the bonding for the water improvement project.

According to Mayor John Stephens, several public hearings were conducted to discuss this adjustment, including one specifically focused on this topic, which was advertised and held on Feb. 10.

The Village Board has approved this change.

You can still use the same payment methods for your utility bills.

“The Village Board is aware that is an issue that causes budget problems for some, but as stated, this project started in 2018. Various well-advertised, informational meetings have been held (14) and there is no other alternative to make the payments for the bonds that were issued to cover the cost of these improvements. All water customers have been informed that this was going to be the process for re-payment. Surrounding communities will/are having the same type of repayment schedules on their water bills,” a letter to customers stated.

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