Town of Stettler Waterworks Bylaw Amended
Following a unanimous decision at the June 19th, 2024 Council Meeting, the Town of Stettler Waterworks Bylaw has been amended to include preventative measures. Effective with the immediate enactment of Bylaw 2172-24, the following changes are now in place:
- The Town may refuse to open a utility account if a tenant has an outstanding balance from another account, has been disconnected for non-payment three or more times, or has previously had a past-due account with the Town sent to a third-party collection agency.
- Outstanding payment penalties will be applied to the account’s total outstanding balance, rather than just the current balance.
- The deposit for new tenant accounts is now $300.
- Landowners can now access tenant utility account information.
- If a property under the same owner has had three previous tenants disconnected for non-payment, the account must remain in the owner’s name.
Says CAO Leann Graham:
“I am thankful to the forward-thinking team here at the Town that has helped shape this amending bylaw. I am confident that these changes will put us on par with changing municipal trends, and will serve to protect our tax base for the average ratepayer while empowering landowners. “
Residents with questions regarding the Waterworks Bylaw (2172-24) are encouraged to contact the Town Office at 403-742-8305.
To view Bylaw 2172-24, please visit https://www.stettler.net/live/bylaws.