Several repair projects are planned for Duluth’s water treatment plant. The city’s Department of Public Works is proposing a new monthly water infrastructure surcharge of $5 for property owners. This surcharge will begin in May of this year.
The revenue generated will be used to pay the estimated costs of $42 million in repairs. Current water infrastructure issues range from needing new water filters to fixing the Lakewood pumphouse.
This is a developing story, we will provide more information as soon as possible. The City of Duluth’s Director of Public Works & Utilities, Jim Benning will provide more details at the City Council Chambers at 5:15pm with a presentation.
The purpose of these public meetings will be to discuss the current state of the water utility in Duluth. Staff members of DPUC will explain the proposed water infrastructure surcharge happening in May. They will receive public comments regarding the proposed surcharge on March 18, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. in City Council Chambers
We have more details about the current water infrastructure repair plans happening in the near future. Also WDIO News has been covering the story about the necessary repairs. Here’s our other story you can read.