Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund Rate Increase
Durham County
Summary
The Chin Page Road lift station, force main, and outfall project would grow by $49.2 million to a $52.3 million total, with a $47 million construction contract amendment with Garney Companies. That's one of the County's largest utility investments on the books.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Project budget climbs to about $52.3 million, up $49.2 million.
Residents and businesses served by the expanded sewer capacity.
Utility customers face increased monthly wastewater fees.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners — November 2, 2026
The Chin Page Road lift station, force main, and outfall project would grow by $49.2 million to a $52.3 million total, with a $47 million construction contract amendment with Garney Companies. That's one of the County's largest utility investments on the books.
Board of County Commissioners — May 21, 2026
Engineering staff presented a proposed 10% user fee increase for the sewer utility enterprise fund to address rising operational costs, inflation, and capital improvement needs.
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