WATER/SEWER RATE INCREASE
Inactive water taps, whether the taps have been installed or not, will no longer be given a “stand-by” or inactive water rate of $5.00 per month. These taps will be charged the new base rate whether in use or not, to help support the operation and maintenance of the water system. This change reflects current Town Code which
states that “water rental shall commence upon the installation of the user’s tap or the expiration of sixty (60) days from the date of issuance.”
The new water and sewer rates, which start on July 1, 2022, are as follows:
Water
- Residential. All municipal water furnished by the Town of Crawford for residential purposes within the Town of Crawford shall be metered and delivered at the following monthly minimum and excess rates and charges:
- Minimum rate:
The first 6,000 gallons are included within a base rate of $35.00 per month (A Capital Improvement Fee of $3.00 shall be included in this base rate for the purpose of creating a reserve to pay for large water infrastructure projects). Water use that exceeds 6,000 gallons shall be charged at the following, tiered rate structure:
6,001 to 10,000 gallons $1.00 per thousand gallons
10,001 to 15,000 gallons $1.50 per thousand gallons
15,001 to 20,000 gallons $2.00 per thousand gallons
20,001 to 25,000 gallons $3.50 per thousand gallons
25,001 to 30,000 gallons $5.00 per thousand gallons
30,001 to 50,000 gallons $7.50 per thousand gallons
50,001 to 75,000 gallons $10.00 per thousand gallons
75,001+ gallons $12.50 per thousand gallons
- Rural (Residential and Commercial). All municipal water furnished by the Town of Crawford for rural, commercial and residential purposes outside of Crawford Town limits, shall be metered and delivered at the following monthly minimum and excess rates and charges:
- Minimum rate: The first 5,000 gallons included within a base rate of $38.00 per month (A Capital Improvement Fee of $3.00 shall be included in this base rate for the purpose of creating a reserve to pay for large, water infrastructure projects). Water use that exceeds 5,000 gallons per month shall be charged at the following rates:
5,001 to 10,000 gallons $1.50 per thousand gallons
10,001 to 15,000 gallons $2.00 per thousand gallons
15,001 to 20,000 gallons $3.00 per thousand gallons
20,001 to 25,000 gallons $4.00 per thousand gallons
25,001 to 30,000 gallons $7.00 per thousand gallons
30,001 to 50,000 gallons $10.00 per thousand gallons
50,001+ gallons $15.00 per thousand gallons
C. Commercial. All Commercial water furnished by the Town of Crawford for commercial purposes within the Town of Crawford, shall be metered and delivered at the following monthly minimum and excess rate charges:
1. Minimum rate: The first 10,000 gallons are included within a base rate of $38.00 per month (A Capital Improvement Fee of $3.00 shall be included within a base rate for the purpose of creating a reserve to pay for large, water infrastructure projects). Commercial water use after 10,000 gallons of usage shall be equal to residential rates.
Sewer:
The sewer rates for service on the Town of Crawford Municipal Sewer System shall be as follows:
Use of Property served Inside town Outside town
Single Family Dwelling, Mobile Homes, Trailers, Each Dwelling Unit $38.00 $47.00
Hotel and Motels- Manager Unit $38.00 $47.00
Hotel or Motel – Room No Cooking Facilities $6.00 $9.00
Hotel or Motel – Room with Cooking Facilities $8.00 $11.00
Bars and Restaurants $41.00 $50.00
Service Station $41.00 $50.00
Laundry Business Each Machine $3.00 $4.00
Car Wash $41.00 $50.00
Churches and Lodges $41.00 $50.00
Individual Business and Offices $41.00 $50.00
Schools $246.00
Business Operated In Residence or Resident Dwelling $41.00 $50.00
Crawford State Park $600.00
SECTION 2. A Capital Improvement Fee of $3.00 shall be included in this assessment for the purpose of creating a reserve to pay for large wastewater projects and infrastructure replacement.
Water and Sewer Tap Fees:
Water Taps:
Section 1. Water Tap Fee. The water tap fee for residential, ¾-inch connections with the Municipal water system within the Town of Crawford shall be the cash amount of $5,000.00, not including costs for the installation of the tap. The fee for 1-inch and larger connections, as well as commercial water taps, shall be at the discretion of the Public Works Director.
Section 2. Water Tap Fee. There is currently a moratorium on water taps outside of the Town of Crawford.
Sewer Taps:
Section 1. Sewer Tap Fee. The sewer tap fee for residential connections with the municipal sanitary sewer system within the Town of Crawford shall be the cash amount of $5,000, not including costs of installation of the tap.
Section 2. Sewer Tap Fee. The sewer tap fee for connections with the municipal sanitary sewer system outside the Town of Crawford shall be the cash amount of $7,500, not including costs of installation of the tap.
Water Dispenser:
The Town is also raising the rate on the water dispenser, which in the next couple of weeks will operate solely with prepaid cards that will limit usage, that can be purchased from the Town Clerk Monday – Thursday 8 am – 4 pm. The current rate for the water dispenser is $10.00 per thousand gallons. The new rate will be $15.00 per thousand gallons. In the event the Town’s water supply cannot support the dispenser, it will be shut off.
Thank you for your understanding in helping sustain the Town’s Water and Wastewater System. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Crawford’s Public Works Director at (970) 921-4725 or e-mail: crawfordpublicworks@gmail.com
TOWN HALL OFFICE HOURS WILL CHANGE FEBRUARY 1, 2022
The Town Hall will be closed on Fridays and will open every day 8:00am - 4:00 pm Monday - Thursday The staff will be available via the phone at 970-921-4725 or you may send an email to crawfordclerk@gmail.com. There is a dropbox outside of the building that you can use to pay your bill or pay your bill with a credit card or your banking information at townofcrawford.colorado.gov
WATER DISPENSER IS NOW OPEN
Water Dispenser
The water dispenser is open and you may use "Cash Only" no more quarters. You may use $1 to fill your tank. The cost did not change. The Town will eventually have the "CARD" system set up and then you will have to go into the office to see the clerk and pre-pay for your water. This is only to protect the Towns water so that it will be available for everyone.
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Water Dispenser Station
Our coin operated water dispenser station is open 24/7. However, Public works will only be available Monday - Friday 8-4 to make repairs to the water dispenser.
When inserting a coin you must wait to be sure the dispenser is working.
Please use one coin at a time.
If the water does not flow, the dispenser is not working.
Our water station accepts U.S. quarters only!
Please do not attempt to un-jam the coin operated dispenser.
If water dispenser is out of service please turn the sign that says the dispenser is NOT working.
Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
