Utilities Going Up In Valentine, New Gym Regulations To Be Enforced

Utilities will go up 10-30% in Valentine. And new regulations will be aimed at keeping the old gym safer.

At Thursday night’s meeting of the Valentine City Council, the council addressed recent incidents at the city’s “Old Gym” on 3^rd Street.  After much discussion, it was decided to only allow public access to the gym between the hours of 5am to 8pm.  It was also decided to require memberships to the gym for access.

There was also discussion about the future of the city’s water supply and wells.  The council did approve the Sargent Irrigation bid to drill and test up to 4 wells as the city has had to put two wells out of service due to health and water purity concerns.

There are several sites which the city may choose – pending approval by various government agencies.

And on the topic of water, City of Valentine customers can expect to pay more for their water, as well as sewer and electric service beginning in 2027.

Water and electric rates will go up 10%, while sewer rates were approved with a 30% increase.

The next regular meeting of the Valentine City Council will be December 10^th at 6pm.