Green Valley residents voice concerns about new sewer pressure pumps [Video]

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) – Citizens living in the Green Valley Sanitary District have voiced concerns over a new sewer system, many are worried about the long-term effects it could have on their plumbing and wallets.

People living in the Green Valley Sanitary District are voicing their concerns over new sewer pressure pumps that could replace their current septic tanks. According to Green Valley Sanitary District President Scott Mohr, the reason he and the board are choosing to switch to the pump system is because of the cost. However, some residents are not so sure it would be beneficial.

“Residents are concerned because they don’t want it. The board has it in their head that they’re going to make us take it. It’ll be mandatory, everybody has to do it if this passes. It’s going to cost approximately $100 a month per resident for 40 years. It’s a big expense that they don’t want,” an anonymous resident said.

According to this resident, who …