Legislative Impacts on Water Surcharges
Summary
Recent state legislative changes are phasing out water surcharge fees for outside-city residents, resulting in a $1.4 million revenue loss for the general fund. The town is conducting a rate study to address the shortfall.
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Last discussed Jun 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
The town faces a $1.4 million annual reduction in general fund revenue due to statutory changes affecting water surcharges.
Unincorporated area water rate payers may see adjustments relative to municipal rate structures.
Town residents who rely on general fund revenues previously supported by utility surcharges for parks and community services.
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