We continually have questions regarding utility bills.  Issues normally arise from excess usage.  Our objective is to bill properly for consumption as determined by monthly meter readings of water passing through the meter.  The sewer charge is based on water usage.  Our minimum residential bill is based on 2,000 gallons and is $43.90.  Water is billed at $6.05 and sewer is billed at $6.95 per 1,000 gallons used over the minimum 2,000 gallons.  Rates are established annually at levels estimated to sustain utility operations at levels acceptable to the State and Federal Governments.  Rate schedules are available at Town Hall.  Adjustments (primarily usage attributable to leaks) are handled on a per occurrence basis and may require evidence that appropriate corrective actions have been made.  Present administrative policy allows one adjustment, if warranted, every three years.  Water service is established and terminated by submission of written documentation.  No deposit is required of homeowners.  A deposit of $100 is required for tenants.