Learning to read your water meter can help you to detect a leak sooner, measure the amount of water your household uses during measurable cycles of use, and better understand your water bill.
The City cannot closely monitor the small fluctuations in water use at every property, so a leak can become significant before it is spotted by staff. Being diligent in knowing what is “normal” for your household can be a good way to help detect underground leaks before they become severe, so customers are strongly encouraged to monitor water consumption at their home.
Recycling service is a mandatory service for all residential customers inside the City limits per Camas Municipal Code 13.86.020. Recycling bins are provided to the residential customers at no cost by Waste Connections, and the billing appears on the bi-monthly City of Camas utility bill. Customers are provided with a 65-gallon roll cart for mixed recyclables and a small plastic tote for glass.
The City of Camas offers a convenient, online utility billing system. With this system, payments show on your account instantly, so no more worrying that your payment will arrive late.
This service is absolutely free to the customer, and offers the following features:
If you need to sign up for utility service, please contact the Finance Department. For more information about utility services, see the Utility Customer FAQs. View the full fee schedule here.
For information on when to place your refuse and recyclables out for every other week collection, view the Garbage Collection Calendar below. If your collection day falls on a holiday, please place the roller cart at the curb on the following business day. Make sure to put your can out by 6:30 a.m. on your scheduled pick-up day, otherwise a return pick-up fee may be assessed. During snow operations, residents may experience disruption in collection service.
The City provides its residents with water, sewer, garbage, and recycling service, and bills for all utility services on a bi-monthly schedule. As a result of maintaining and generating billing, Finance Department staff members work closely with water and sanitation staff and are the primary point of contact for utility customers.
Parking management plays an important role for residents, businesses, and visitors by ensuring parking is available to all. This allows people the chance to enjoy shopping, dining, and recreation throughout the City of Camas.
Parking regulations are strictly enforced in the downtown Camas area. Tickets are due within 30 days of issuance. Failure to pay or contest your ticket within 30 days will result in the assessment of a $25 penalty.
All unpaid parking tickets are reported to The Department of Licensing/Motor Vehicles. This will result in your vehicle license not being renewed until all tickets are paid in full.
