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Water and Sewer Rate Increases

Summary

Water rates would rise 4% and sewer rates 7.5%, continuing the master plan adopted last year — meant to fund infrastructure without borrowing.

At a glance

Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.

💰Financial impact

Higher water (4%) and sewer (7.5%) charges on utility bills starting October 1.

✅Who benefits

Water and sewer customers through maintained infrastructure, funded without new outside debt.

⚠️Who could be affected

Utility customers, particularly heavy sewer users who see the larger percentage increase.

Water rates would rise 4% and sewer rates 7.5%, continuing the master plan adopted last year — meant to fund infrastructure without borrowing.

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