New Boston residents will now face a penalty for delinquent water bills, as the city council unanimously approved an ordinance allowing for a 30% collection services fee for accounts delinquent for at least 30 days, at their regular monthly meeting on June 21. Also approved was an authorization to enter into an agreement with MBVA LLC Accounts Receivable Collections Group for collection of these delinquent bills.
In public comments, Merrill Street resident Antonio Salgado addressed the council regarding concerns of speeding on Merrill Street and other city streets. He noted that the first time he approached the council with these concerns was a year ago, and offered suggestions on how to cut down on speeding down city streets.
A request to refund a $40 disconnect fee for a New Boston resident was denied unanimously, with a motion by Don Evans and a second by Rob Carr. An item to take action approving change to the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual was tabled.
