Description
Upgrading stormwater systems is expensive, and climate change increases the need for investment as heavier rainfall events become more common. This action explores creating a stormwater utility—a dedicated funding mechanism that can support maintenance and capital improvements to drainage infrastructure. A utility approach can create a stable revenue stream, align fees with stormwater contribution (often based on impervious area), and enable long-term planning rather than reactive fixes. Success looks like an established funding model, accelerated stormwater projects, improved system capacity and reliability, and reduced flooding impacts in vulnerable areas.