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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tooele public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Septic System Sewer Connection Enforcement and Fees
Tooele City is evaluating how to handle properties within 300 feet of a sewer line that continue to use septic tanks. The city currently charges a base sewer fee to reserve capacity, but council members are discussing whether a simplified base fee is fairer than adding variable usage charges for non-users.
Peterson Industrial Depot Water Infrastructure Assessment
Tooele City is spending $115,460 from RDA funds to excavate test holes at 50 intersections in the Peterson Industrial Depot. This helps map out and check the condition of 80-year-old water pipes left over from the former army depot so the city can plan future repairs.