Help Shape the Next City of Delaware Website

The City of Delaware is beginning an update of the City’s website. Tell us what you look for, what you’d like improved, and how we can make the site more useful and easier to navigate. Take the survey by using this link. The feedback will directly guide our design and content decisions - so please take a moment to share your thoughts. Thank you for helping us build a better online experience for our community!

Updated Water Rates in 2026

Beginning with the January 2026 billing cycle (arriving in February), the City of Delaware will implement updated water rates, approved by City Council and designed to encourage conservation and support responsible water use.

What’s changing?

•  New customer tiers: Most typical residential households will see little to no change in their bill, and many may notice a slight decrease.
•  High-usage impacts: Customers who use significantly more water may see an increase based on their overall consumption.
•  Master-metered and non-residential accounts: These customers will transition to a flat usage rate. Bills will adjust up or down depending on actual water use.

 These updates are part of the City’s long-term effort to protect our water resources and ensure a reliable, sustainable system for everyone. Thank you for helping us use water wisely. If you have a question about your water rate, please phone 740-203-1250, option 4, or email utilitybilling@delawareohio.net.

Cookies & Cocoa Event Cancelled

Due to the forecasted winter weather on Saturday, the Cookies & Cocoa event has been cancelled by the Parks and Recreation Department. Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you at our future events!

Yard Waste Collection Ends for Season the Week of Dec. 15

Yard waste collection will end for the season the week of Dec. 15 on your scheduled curbside collection day. After this date, any residual yard waste will be collected during the annual Christmas tree collection period in January. Yard waste must be bundled or placed in biodegradable lawn/leaf bags or a clearly identified yard waste container. Read more about collections here.

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