2016 Guide to Martensville | Page 26

Utilities, Garbage and Recycling Water and Sewer Martensville’s Water and Sewer Utility bills are sent out every month with regular water meter reads being done between the months of May and September. From October until April, estimates and reads will be conducted, alternating between north and south Martensville residences. For each billing period, the residential rates (as of January 2016) are as follows: Water Flat Rate $12.00 Sewage Charge $27.50 PLUS: Water Consumption at $3.21 per cubic metre. (220 gallons) In order to set up a water and sewer account the City requires the following information: • Name(s) of occupants of the address • Civic address • Billing address • Contact numbers • If the property is owned or rented • Drivers License # and Hospitalization # • Signature of Applicant A deposit on the water meter of $115.00 for home owners will also be required before move in or possession date. Renters are required to provide a $250.00 deposit to set up their water account. Payment is due upon receipt and is considered to be in arrears if not paid within thirty days. All bills are mailed within the first ten days of the month. If you do not receive a bill or misplace it, feel free to contact our office and we will advise of the balance owing on your account. Please be aware that such situations do not warrant waiver of late charges. For further information regarding Water and Sewer utility and billing: Martensville City Hall-Utilities 37 Centennial Dr S Box 970 S0K 2T0 306 931-2166 Sign up now for Utility E-Billing; or Pre-Authorized Payments for Taxes and/or Utilities - Apply for e-Billing to receive your monthly utility bills through email. - Apply for Pre-Authorized Payments, to avoid late payment fees. - Apply for the Tax Installment Payment Plan for equalized monthly tax payments. Forms are available at City Hall or on our website at www.martensville.ca. 26