Rates and Fees
2018 Rates
Usage/Variable Charges:
The usage charge is based on the consumption of water per billing period. To lower this rate you can implement water conservation techniques. York Region's Guide to Water Efficiency lists a variety of ideas that residents can implement to lower their usage charge and conserve water.
Delivery/Fixed Charge:
The delivery charges is the fixed cost to ensure that every time a resident in East Gwillimbury turns on the tap, there is clean, safe drinking water available and that water it is taken away in the wastewater system. The funds pay for:
- Repair and replacement of infrastructure (pipes, pumping stations etc)
- Staff time (to conduct inspections, maintain infrastructure etc)
- Treatment of water in the wastewater system
What You Pay For
The below video provides a behind the scenes look at what your water bill pays for in York Region.
