We typically expect that when water goes down the drain, it keeps going down. But Columbia has seen an increasing number of sewer backups and overflows, and measures related to the issue continue making their way before the Columbia City Council. Our panelists discuss the expensive challenge ahead for the City of Columbia to keep stormwater and wastewater flowing in the right direction. We also take up the important question of who exactly should pay for it, especially in light of an upcoming measure to reallocate the way sewer fees are assessed.
Panelists: Rick Buford, member of the Columbia sewer task force Bill Weitkemper, Columbia sanitary sewer maintenance superintendant Also included are clips from an interview with John Glascock, Columbia Public Works director