Report says Grafton water users could pay up to $17 million over the next decade for upgrades and expansion

Users of the municipal water system in Grafton could be on the hook for a $17.5 million upgrade, according to a study presented to Alnwick Haldimand Township council recently. About 30 years ago, the township created a water system for the village. In this interview, Mayor John Logel says the aging system and future development in and around the village are putting pressure on the council to take action now and in the future. He says, besides replacing and upgrading the current water system, there is also a need to expand the capacity to ensure services for any future development. The system is user-pay. So, while it may not impact all taxpayers in the township, those on the system will face rate increases to pay for the upgrades, while new homes will be charged development fees. Listen to see if you feel the mayor can justify the study’s recommendations as council considers what is next.