The Yankton City Commission approved increases in wastewater surcharges to offset bond costs.

Mayor Stephanie Moser outlined how the surcharges will step up over the next few years…

The increased revenue is needed to help pay for upgrades at the plant estimated to cost about forty million dollars.

Commissioner Mason Schramm says solid infrastructure is needed to keep and attract people to the community….

Commissioner Tony Maibaum was concerned that utility rates are rising faster in Yankton than in other cities….

The commission approved the surcharges unanimously. The higher rates will start November first.