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2 issues in water utilities with high priority

HighWater Utilities

Water and sewer bond sale up to $256 million

The county is borrowing up to $256 million to upgrade the South County and Fort Myers Beach water reclamation facilities. Bonds sell next month with a 6.5% maximum interest rate — costs flow through utility rates over time.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

HighWater Utilities

Water and sewer bonds for utility projects

The county set up to sell up to $375 million in tax-exempt bonds to pay off a line of credit and fund water and sewer projects, including major treatment plant upgrades.

1 mentionLast discussed Aug 18, 2026