Somerset Borough Stormwater Frequently Ask Questions

Question: Why did I receive a separate bill in the mail and the account number starts with 41xxxxxxxx?

Answer: Every Parcel owner in the borough is assessed with a monthly stormwater fee. The account number is the map number listed on the tax records. The Borough of Somerset includes 2,835 individual parcels/properties. Instructions on how to determine the parcel that the account has been set up for can be found here.

Question: I currently have automatic bill payer set up for my water, sewer and stormwater bill. How do I get this separate bill set up under my current bill payer account?

Answer: Instructions can be found here on how to add the additional bill to an bill payer account. Access to the Water/Sewer/Stormwater billing portal can be found on the Borough’s website: https://www.somersetborough.com/

Question: Why is the Somerset Borough charging a stormwater fee?

Answer: Proactive maintenance and improvements are necessary to provide a functioning stormwater infrastructure and system. This includes regular operations, upgrades, expansion and replacements over time. In evaluating an equitable approach to paying for the necessary improvements and upgrades that impact quality of life, a stormwater fee was chosen as a revenue source. More information on the program can be found here: https://www.somersetborough.com/watersewer/stormwater.htm. You can also call into the Borough at 814-443-2661 option 8.

Question: I don’t have water and sewer on my property, do I still need to pay a stormwater fee?

Answer: Yes, the stormwater infrastructure is it’s own separate system and requires maintenance and improvements to provide a functioning system. Like other communities, this funding had fallen onto the Borough Taxpayers. On November 20th, 2023, the Municipal Authority of the Borough of Somerset took ownership of the stormwater infrastructure. This was imperative to be able to provide the necessary improvements and upgrades needed to the system.

Question: I received a separate bill for stormwater, however, I only own one parcel and I am already receiving a bill for water and sewer. Why did I get a separate bill?

Answer: Please let the Borough know by calling in at 814-443-2661 option 8 or sending an email to info@somersetborough.com with your information so that we can get the stormwater fee added to your water/sewer/stormwater bill and deactivate the new account created that just has stormwater on it. For more information about the Stormwater Management Program and fee structure, residents can visit the Borough’s website at https://www.somersetborough.com/watersewer/stormwater.htm

UTILITY RATES

Water and Sewer Bills All customers are charged a base rate that is based on their meter size. This base rate (minimum charge) is designed to recover a portion of the fixed costs incurred in providing water and sewer services. The costs include debt services, the cost of maintaining the water supply, treatment of water and sewer, distribution and service of facilities that are needed to provide water, sewer and storm sewer service to your home or business. This change in the rate structure was implemented for the water rate in January 1, 2025 and for the sewer rate in January 1,2025. Please see the attached Rate Schedule for additional information.

See Rate Schedule Updated 01/01/25

The water and sewer bills are generated into two billing cycles, which means we have two due dates. All bills are either due on the 5th or 25th of each month. Each account falls into one of these cycles based on their location. There is a penalty of five percent applied to each bill that surpasses the due date.

Before You Call a Plumber

If your main sanitary sewer line from your house is clogged, call the Borough at 814-443-2661 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., evenings and weekends call County Control at 814-445-1525.

If you experience low water pressure, call the Borough at 814-443-2661 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.— 4:30 p.m. This could be caused by a water break or a problem in your house that the Borough can inform you that you need to contact a plumber.

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Borough Council Meeting
April 28th, 2025, at 5:00 PM
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Borough Municipal Authority Meeting
April 28th, 2025, at 6:30 PM
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LEAD SERVICE LINE INVENTORY

The Municipal Authority of the Borough of Somerset (MABS) is taking steps to identify the types of service line materials used by each of its customers. The service line is the pipe that connects your home or building to the water main in the street. Service lines may be made of lead, copper, galvanized metal or plastic. Learn more.

Somerset Borough 2024
Annual Water Quality Report

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We are pleased to present to you our 2024 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is designed to inform you about the quality water and services we deliver to you every day. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality of your water.

Este informe contiene información muy importante sobre su agua potable. Tradúzcalo ó hable con alguien que lo entienda bien. (This report contains important information about your drinking water. Translate it, or speak to someone who understands it.)

Posted 03/18/25

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