Controversy develops over federal water storm treatment fees

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Controversy develops over federal water storm treatment fees

WTOP Investigative reporter Mark Segraves reports.

Federal News Network Staff

April 27, 2010 5:15 pm

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The federal government has racked up millions of dollars in fees over storm water treatment.

But those fees aren’t being paid. The federal government calls it a tax, which they’re not required to pay.

Investigative reporter Mark Segraves — with our sister station WTOP radio — talked with different jurisdictions, attorneys, and the federal government, to find out who will wind up footing the bill.

Hear Mark Segraves on this morning’s Federal Drive.

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