Utility Rates & Handbook Changes
Summary
For the first time in years, water and sewer rates won't go up next year — 0% increase — thanks to slower-than-planned capital spending freeing up funds. Rates are expected to resume 4% annual indexing in 2028.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Customers' water and sewer bills stay flat at about $34 water/$55 combined for typical usage in 2027.
Every water and sewer customer in Cocoa and the regional service area.
Customers facing future 4% annual increases; long-time customers like Robert Bliven note bills have outpaced inflation since 1999.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Aug 11, 2026
Water and sewer rates stay flat this fiscal year — a 0% increase — with 4% increases authorized in future years. Handbook updates cap temporary construction meters at 180 days and allow recovery of court costs and attorney fees where the law permits.
General - Jul 7, 2026
For the first time in years, water and sewer rates won't go up next year — 0% increase — thanks to slower-than-planned capital spending freeing up funds. Rates are expected to resume 4% annual indexing in 2028.
City Council - Mar 24, 2026
A nearly $400,000 task order with Carollo Engineering to update the wastewater capital plan. Wastewater planning can influence future utility rates and service reliability.
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