Ward 3 Resident,
I have gotten a few phone calls and emails from residents about a few issues. As a result I like to give you a quick update on a few items below.
Rubbish/Recycling Collection
Yesterday was Columbus Day. There is no delay in collection for this week due to the holiday. Your regular pick up day will be as normal. Click Here for more information.
Vote by Mail
Tomorrow October 11th Vote by Mail begins for the November 8th General Election. To avoid lines on Election Day, and to allow extra time to study the ballot, all registered voters may Vote by Mail. Vote by Mail ballot applications are available at the Board of Elections website by Clicking Here, by calling the Board of Elections at 216-443-8683, and at all public libraries.
Regional Stormwater Management Program
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) will be sending out the remaining storm water utility bills this month. Below is a Q & A to help answer common questions you may have regarding this new program. If you still have questions regarding your bill please contact NEORSD at 216-881-8247. Also if you like more background information about the program Click Here.
Regional Stormwater Management Program Helpful Q & A
Question: I received a bill from Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District for stormwater fee. Why am I receiving it? Answer: The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District has the authority to set up and run a regional stormwater management program and it may charge property owners a stormwater fee. The City of North Royalton is part of the regional program. Any other questions should be directed to NEORSD customer service at
216-881-8247
Question: What will the NEORSD stormwater management program do? Answer: The NEORSD Regional Stormwater Management Program will address flooding, streambank erosion and water quality issues in our waterways throughout Northeast Ohio. Managing stormwater flows is necessary to protect our natural resources, reduce streambank erosion and decrease the pollutants in streams and rivers.
Any other questions should be directed to NEORSD customer service at 216-881-8247
Question: How is the Stormwater Fee calculated? Answer:The fee is based on Equivalent Residential Units or ERU which equals 3,000 square feet of impervious area. Impervious area is a surface that prevents or slows water from soaking into the ground. Examples of impervious areas are rooftops, traveled gravel, concrete or asphalt paved areas, private roads, driveways, parking lots and patios. You can view your property’s ERU calculation at neorsd.org/FindMyFee or by calling NEORSD customer service at 216-881-8247.
Question: Are there any discounts or cost-saving programs for stormwater? Answer: For those residential customers who qualify, the NEORSD offers Homestead, Affordability and Crisis Assistance programs. Click this link to learn more: http://www.neorsd.org/save.php. The Sewer District also offers various Stormwater Fee credits to both residential and non-residential customers for stormwater control measures on their properties. Any other questions should be directed to NEORSD customer service at 216-881-8247.
Question: I pay my city taxes, why do I need to pay this stormwater fee too? Answer: City taxes are used to provide a variety of services, including police, fire, rubbish and local stormwater systems. Our local efforts do not resolve large regional issues such as stream flooding and erosion that impact infrastructure across Northeast Ohio. The NEORSD stormwater fee is for the regional stormwater management program. Any other questions should be directed to NEORSD customer service at 216-881-8247.
Question: I have a well and a septic tank; why am I being billed at all? Answer: Having a well or septic tank is not related to stormwater runoff from your property. Parcels with wells and septic systems still have stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces such as rooftops and driveways. This runoff eventually goes into the regional stormwater system and has to be effectively managed, which is why a stormwater fee is charged in these cases. Any other questions should be directed to NEORSD customer service at 216-881-8247.
Have a great week and Good Luck to the Cleveland Indians as they head to the American League Championship Series!
Dan Langshaw
Ward 3 Councilman
North Royalton City Council