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Aug 14, 2026

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Wastewater Leadership and System Projects Update

Published Aug 14, 2026

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Briefing

May 21, 2026

Commission Advances Water and Wastewater Plans

The commission unanimously recommended the FY27 water and wastewater budgets to the City Council, approved use of city-owned land near Hager Park for a hiking trail, and reported that water-use restrictions will be instituted soon because Central Massachusetts is under Level 2 drought status.

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Briefing

Apr 15, 2026

Water and wastewater projects move forward

The Main Street water main replacement is underway and expected to continue through late summer or early fall, while wastewater crews continue CSO 032 work and prepare CSO 045/083 for bidding.

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Briefing

Mar 18, 2026

Water and Sewer Rates Rise June 1

Fitchburg’s already approved 5% water and sewer rate increase will take effect June 1, 2026, while the commission reviews a draft FY27 budget facing higher health insurance, electricity, and chemical costs. Wastewater revenue is also down by approximately $1 million following the closure of Grief.

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Briefing

Feb 18, 2026

Wastewater Leadership and System Projects Update

The Commission unanimously confirmed John Deline as Deputy Commissioner of Wastewater, with 7 votes in favor and none opposed. The meeting also reported ongoing sewer overflow projects, capacity concerns near Franklin and Depot Roads, and a sewer rate study that may recommend higher rates because project costs have increased.

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