Council ratified the Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission’s FY2026–27 operating budget of $29.5 million and a multi‑year capital improvement program that includes roughly $42 million in projects next year. The ratification was unanimous (6–0).

City staff recommended a 5% increase in local wastewater and stormwater user fees for FY27 and briefed council on regional partners' direction to pursue a 5.5% regional adjustment; staff said the typical residential bill impact would be about $2.31 locally plus about $1.84 if regional changes are implemented.

The Tennessee Local Development Authority on Oct. 20 approved a $27 million Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan to help finance a new wastewater treatment plant for the City of Springfield. The 20-year loan carries a 2.93% interest rate and no loan forgiveness; the board voted unanimously.