How does the City of Marshalltown set utility rates? What are the rates?

The City Council sets utility rates by Ordinance. Utility rate ordinances require a public hearing and three readings of the ordinance.

Utility rates are periodically reviewed by the council to ensure revenues pay the cost of providing the utility.

For specific rate information: 

Wastewater Rates Ordinance

Storm Water Rates Ordinance

Landfill/Solid Waste Ordinance

Water rates - Set by the Water Works Board of the Marshalltown Water Works 641-753-7913

Marshalltown Water Works performs the utility billing service for the City of Marshalltown. You'll receive one bill for Water, Sanitary, Storm, and Landfill charges.

Alliant Energy is the Electric and Gas provider. 

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3. How does the City of Marshalltown set utility rates? What are the rates?
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5. Does the City offer any tax incentives for rehabilitation or new construction of residential homes?
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