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Utility Rates for the 2031 Sewer Relocation Project

The city is planning a major sewer relocation project in 2031 and is weighing utility rate options to pay for it. Residents and businesses could see changes in their water and sewer bills depending on the option chosen.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 4, 2026

HighWater Utilities

Ohio Public Works grant applications (WRF SCADA and SR 59)

ODOT joined the SR 59 walkability/bike/transit project as a sponsor, replacing three old traffic signals and adding $2 million — at no extra cost to Kent.

4 mentionsLast discussed Jul 15, 2026

HighWater Utilities

Kent-Ravenna emergency water interconnect

The 2002 emergency water-line agreement with Ravenna is being modernized with a six-month trial of new valve and chlorine operations — the line proved critical during the mill fire, when Kent drew roughly six million gallons from Ravenna.

1 mentionLast discussed Mar 4, 2026