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1. Are there plans for the installation of a wastewater system along F.M. 2252?

A wastewater system installation began in March 2021 along F.M. 2252 and is expected to be completed by June 2021.

2. How is the City paying for the installation of wastewater lines?

The City is funding the upfront cost of the Sewer Line Project with the reserves from the General Fund. Each developer or new business owner along F.M. 2252 will pay for their connection and pump to the sewer line.  The Impact Fee Committee has recommended that the Impact Fee be set at $5,689.00 per service unit for Wastewater.

3. When will construction of wastewater lines take place?

The City of Garden Ridge is working with TxDOT to install waste water lines during the expansion of F.M. 2252 to minimize the effects of construction on residents and other commuters. 

4. Is it mandatory for business owners along F.M. 2252 to connect to the wastewater system?

Businesses along F.M. 2252 being served by a septic system will not be required to hook up to the wastewater lines, but will have the option to.  However, if a septic systems fails, business owners will be required to connect to the service.

5. Why add wastewater lines?

The installation of wastewater lines along F.M. 2252 will encourage development along the road, which will bring additional revenue to the City by way of sales tax.  This additional revenue will reduce the property tax burden on the residents of Garden Ridge.