The WPCA is managed by a seven member elected body. Each commissioner serves a four year term. Sewer service provided by the WPCA is similar to other public services such as gas, water or electricity. The cost of providing that service is borne by those who use the public sewer system. The use fee, established each year, is based on the number of users and the level of funding required to support the WPCA Operation and Maintenance Budget.
Residential property is billed based on a single unit charge.
Commercial property is billed based on a combination of the single unit charge, strength of waste and volume of flow. In addition to sewer use fee, the WPCA derives income from the sale of connection permits, septic tank dumping fees, delinquent fees and investment interest earnings. The Sewer Use Fee is separate and distinct from both Town of Suffield Property Taxes and the Sewer Benefit Assessment. Residents living outside the sewer district do not pay for the operation and maintenance of the Sewer Treatment Plant and Collection System. The WPCA is responsible for the levy of the Sewer Benefit Assessment.