Homeowners can learn how to reduce sewer bills

Homeowners concerned about the recently announced sewer rate increases should plan to attend "Sewer Bill Sticker Shock: What Can I Do?"

This free presentation, sponsored by Home Repair Resource Center (HRRC), a Cleveland Heights nonprofit, will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. at the HRRC Teaching Center, 2520 Noble Road. Wesley Walker, HRRC staff member, will talk about how to reduce your sewer bill through cost-saving options and storm water fee credits available from the Northeastern Ohio Regional Sewer District. Attendees will receive a $5 credit toward HRRC's "Building a Rain Barrel" workshop on April 8.

"Sewer Bill Sticker Shock" is part of HRRC's HouseMender University series, designed to provide homeowners with free advice from experts. The seminars are open to residents of all communties, but reservations are requested. For more information or to reserve a spot, call Becky Stager at 216-381-6100, ext. 16.