City of Middleton Proposes Stormwater Utility Rate Increase – Referendum on November Ballot 

The City of Middleton will include a referendum on the November 5th ballot regarding an increase in Stormwater Utility rates. This measure allows residents to decide whether to approve a rate increase starting in 2025 to fund the city's stormwater management program.

Under the current structure, Middleton’s Stormwater Utility charges $11.25 per quarter for each "Equivalent Runoff Unit" (ERU), which covers stormwater infrastructure and system repairs. In 2018, voters approved a temporary increase to help the city recover from the August 2018 flood. Without voter approval in November, this rate will drop back to $3.75 per quarter in January 2025.

The referendum will decide if residents are willing to increase the rate to $23 per quarter, ensuring the city can meet stricter regulations, upgrade infrastructure, and better prepare for future storms.

 A "YES" vote will allow the city to adjust the fee based on actual costs, while a "NO" vote means that property taxes will cover any additional costs.

We encourage all Middleton residents to stay informed and vote in this critical decision for the city’s future.

Want More Information? Visit cityofmiddleton.us/stormwater for detailed information on the referendum and its potential impacts.