Jenkintown Borough has completed its latest review of the sanitary sewer system and the [08] Sewer Fund, which is fully supported by sewer rental fees – not property taxes. Due to rising construction, conveyance, and treatment costs beyond the Borough’s control, a rate adjustment is proposed for January 2026. For the average residential user (58,400 gallons/year), the annual cost would increase from approximately $246 to $307. Even with this change, Jenkintown remains well below many regional sewer rates.
This rate adjustment will help maintain essential system repairs, meet treatment obligations, and preserve long-term fund stability.
For full details, the sewer system report submitted by Borough Manager George Locke is linked below:
📄 2026 Sewer Rate Overview & Fund Summary (PDF)
See below for a 2026 Regional Sewer Rate Comparison Chart:
