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Utility Billing office remains closed
The office is closed. We are reevaluating the situation and will let you know when we reopen. Staff continue to work behind the scenes for you.
City services during the coronavirus pandemic
As the coronavirus situation changes, we are committed to maintaining essential city services to the community. Your safety and the safety of our staff is of utmost concern. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this unprecedented and difficult time.
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Pay Your Utility Bill
There are several ways to pay your city utility bill. Choose the method that is most convenient for you! Online, phone, mail, or drop-off.
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Franchise Fees
Utility franchise fees are an alternative revenue source from special property tax assessments and are used primarily for street improvement projects, and secondarily for ancillary improvements.
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Moving to / From Northfield
Learn how to set up basic utilities and see a list of providers for gas, electricity, cable, satellite, phone, internet and more.
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Snowbird / Summer Vacation
Residents may temporarily suspend utility services provided by the City of Northfield, if they will be away from their home for three or more months.
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Storm Water Management
The City of Northfield takes an active role in managing stormwater run-off in flood prevention, erosion control, and to reduce pollution of our local waterways.
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Utility Rates
See a breakdown of all the charges and their rates on your utility bill compared to the previous year.
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Water Conservation
Water conservation is an important topic for all residents and businesses. The city is actively doing its part to protect the leading water supply for future inhabitants of Northfield.
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Water Division
Water service in Northfield is provided by the City of Northfield Public Services Department, Water Division. The Water Division provides safe, potable water to over 18,000 people in over 5,000 homes and businesses in Northfield. An adequate water supply system is also maintained for handling emergency situations such as fire fighting.
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Water Meters
A second water meter may be installed in homes or businesses to measure outdoor water usage. This water usage is not included on wastewater utility charges. Also learn how to read your water meter.
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Wastewater Division
The City of Northfield owns and maintains a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility, as well as the sewer main that carries wastewater from homes and businesses to the facility. The City follows a high standard of maintenance for cleaning and repairing the sewer main. The city’s Wastewater Treatment Facility handles waste from both Northfield and Dundas.
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Utility bill inserts
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Master gardeners at the Northfield Public Library!
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Interested in running for city office in the 2022 election? File by May 31
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