Storm Water

What is Stormwater?

Stormwater is water from rain or melting snow that does not soak into the ground. Instead, it flows from rooftops, across paved areas, and through sloped lawns. As stormwater moves across these surfaces, it can pick up and carry along pollutants such as:

Chemicals

Grease and Oil

Bacteria and Pathogens

Sediment and Debris

Yard Waste

Pet Waste

Fertilizers

Storm Water Ordinance

Storm Water Ordinance

2023 Storm Water Rate Study

Residential Storm Water Rate

  • $10.60 per month

Storm Water Rates for Property Classes other than Single Family Residents is based on a Residential Equivalency Factor (REF)

*Monthly Storm Water Rate Calculation: REF X $10.60 X Acres
  • Agricultural/Undeveloped
  • School
  • Multifamily
  • Institutional
  • Commercial
  • Industrial
  • 0.00
  • 1.70
  • 1.80
  • 1.80
  • 1.90
  • 1.90
Storm Water Photo

 Image Credit: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency


Storm Water Fees charged to City property owners goes towards maintaining existing and installing new storm water infrastructure within the city.
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