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If your home is susceptible to flooding, has a history of flooding, or you’ve experienced backup issues in your basement, elevate all mechanicals that can be damaged.  Upgrade building materials that are susceptible to water with materials that are water proof /resistant.  Make sure all of your belongings that could be damaged by flooding are protected or moved.  Contact the City of Ottawa for more information on the history of flooding on your property, the City can also you advise on how to elevate mechanicals and protect your structure from the next flood.

Flood Insurance

Did you know that flood insurance is available to everyone living in the City of Ottawa, including renters?  Did you know Ottawa residents receive up to 40% discount on flood insurance premiums?  Contact your insurance agent today to find out if your property and/or your possessions are covered by flood insurance.  Or check out https://www.fema.gov/flood-insurance   

Manual Meter Notice

Beginning March 1, 2024, the city will begin billing accounts with manual meters according to Municipal Code 106-151, Section C as follows:

All existing residential meters that are replaced must be replaced with a radio reading type. The water and sewer department will contact customers to schedule replacement of meters. After April 30, 2024, a $10 per month fee will be added to bills where the city has been unable to install the radio read type meters until the meter is replaced. Customers may voluntarily request a radio reading meter.