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Eliminate Your Utility Surcharge

Do you live in the Urban Growth Area (UGA) and pay a surcharge for water? Did you know that property owners who reside outside the Olympia City limits but use City water, are eligible for a reduction in their water bill?

Agreement of Annexation

If you are paying the 50 percent surcharge, in addition to the standard rate for City water, you have an option. The Olympia City Council amended the municipal code to allow for the elimination of this surcharge to property owners who sign an Agreement to Annex with the City of Olympia.

Why Sign the Agreement?

By signing the agreement, you will no longer have to pay the surcharge. This will affect the size of your bill, especially during the summer months with heavy water use. Here are some important facts to know about the agreement.

• The agreement must be signed by the property owner.
• Signing does not automatically make your property part of the City.
• Signing does allow the City Council to consider your annexation when growth and other factors warrant the inclusion of your property into the City.

For more information on annexation and how annexation works contact Community Planning and Development at 360.753.8314.

Questions About the Annexation Form?

Please contact Public Works.

• Physical Address: 924 7th Ave. SE, Suite A
• Mailing Address: PO Box 1967, Olympia, WA 98507
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• Phone: 360.753.8588
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• Email: publicworks@ci.olympia.wa.us
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