Fees Going Up, But Survey Says: Residents Love Highland Park

By Josh Hickman

Highland Park residents will pay more for town services beginning on Oct. 1.

The Town Council on Sept. 2 approved a new Master Fee Schedule including these increases: water (3.9%), sewer (3%), solid waste services (3.5%), and stormwater drainage (100%).

The cost of swimming at the town’s pool will also increase, with the regular open season pool permit going to $65, up from $60; and the resident and guest day pass going to $10, up from $7. A new all-in-one pool permit of $125 includes pre-season, post-season, and extended season swimming, as well as regular open season swimming.

Town leaders also heard a detailed presentation on the 2025 Community Survey from Jason Morado of the ETC Institute.

Results of the

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