VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The city of Valley City passed three resolutions that will establish new electrical utility rates, solid waste and water services fees for residential and commercial users.

Public Works Accountant/Manager Gary Jacobson talked about the electrical rate consumption increase. He said Western Area Power Association (WAPA) is raising their rates which will result in a $300,000 increase to the city.

He addressed the solid waste rate increase.

And water service fees will increase.

The Valley City Commission approved all three resolutions unanimously during their regular board meeting on October 18th. The rate and fee increases will be implemented January 2nd of 2023. The full interview with Gary Jacobson is below.