In 2018, the City of Midland established a Stormwater Utility.
What does the Stormwater Utility do? -Street sweeping -Gutter and draw debris cleanouts -Infrastructure improvement to eliminate flooding -Water quality protection
How is the Stormwater Utility funded? The Utility is funded through a tier-based fee. Tiers are based upon the property size. All customers within a tier pay the same, flat fee.
Rate Schedule - Residential
Tier
Square Footage
Monthly Rate
Tier 1
Up to 1,399 sq. ft.
$1.20
Tier 2
1,400 to 2,424 sq. ft.
$2.00
Tier 3
2,425 or greater sq. ft.
$3.40
Rate Schedule - Commercial
Tier
Square Footage
Monthly Rate
Tier 1
0 to 8,339 sq. ft.
$5.80
Tier 2
8,340 to 18,702 sq. ft.
$13.00
Tier 3
18,703 to 47,853 sq. ft.
$30.00
Tier 4
47,854 to 92,740 sq. ft.
$68.40
Tier 5
92,741 to 261,475 sq. ft.
$154.00
Tier 6
261,476 or greater sq. ft.
$220.00
The City of Midland’s Engineering Services Department has responsibility for federal programs such as floodplain management and storm water pollution prevention.