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April 5, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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HIGHER WATER RATES COMING: As Miami-Dade commissioners were to vote on a 6% water and sewer rate hike for the year starting Oct. 1,...continue reading:

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September 24, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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Absolute piss take.

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Press release was 32% rise over 5 year period - not 28% overnight.
January 31, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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City commissioners are stepping up negotiations on wholesale water rates after a consultant revealed a shocking $113,000 annual deficit that’s been overlooked for years!

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Commission directs staff to negotiate wholesale water rates after consultant flags $113,000 annual subsidy
A consultant recommended phasing in roughly 8% annual increases over five years so wholesale customers pay their share; commissioners authorized staff to begin negotiations rather than unilaterally adopting the schedule.
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September 25, 2026 at 12:31 AM
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The Great Lakes Water Authority is expected to consider whether to adopt the highest water and sewer rate increases in its 10-year history at a meeting Wednesday afternoon.


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Great Lakes Water Authority to weigh its highest ever water and sewer rate increases Wednesday
The Great Lakes Water Authority is expected to consider whether to adopt the highest water and sewer rate increases in its 10-year history at a meeting Wednesday afternoon. The authority that serves 112 communities across eight counties in southeast…
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February 27, 2025 at 12:28 AM
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💧 Halifax Water submitted revised rates to NSRAB. Pending approval, the average residential bill may rise by 12.1% in Jan 2026 and 5.5% in Apr 2026.
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December 23, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Lincoln Park residents can finally voice their concerns as the City Council schedules a crucial study session on water and sewer rates amidst ongoing service interruptions.

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Lincoln Park schedules study session with Plant Moran on water and sewer rates
Council unanimously approved a study session for 09/21/2026 so Plant Moran can present proposed water and sewer rate changes; the scheduling follows widespread resident concerns about water loss and steep bills.
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September 18, 2026 at 7:09 AM
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The Casper City Council is weighing new water rate structures that could dramatically change costs for multifamily residents, with a surprising preference for one option emerging as the clear favorite.

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Council leans toward Alternative 2 for water-rate structure after consultant review; seeks public education and red-line analyses
Consultants presented three multifamily rate alternatives and staff models; councilors expressed concerns about how increases would be allocated across meters and units, showed a preference for Alternative 2 as the least extreme option, and asked staff for additional analysis, public-education materials, and a follow-up hearing.
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September 15, 2026 at 4:33 AM
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Columbia County commissioners are taking a stand against shocking utility rate hikes, capping increases at 10% after a consultant warned of potential spikes as high as 154%!

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Commissioners set 10% preliminary cap on county-owned utility rate increases
After reviewing a consultant study showing large possible spikes for county-owned water/wastewater rates, Columbia County commissioners voted to set a 10% across-the-board preliminary cap for notices and a final hearing, while acknowledging the consultant's upper bounds could be much higher.
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September 8, 2026 at 7:44 PM
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Dunkirk's Common Council is set to discuss a bold water-rate overhaul that could generate $5.6 million for crucial infrastructure improvements!

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Dunkirk schedules public hearing on proposed water-rate overhaul after comptroller projects $5.6 million
The Common Council scheduled a Sept. 15 public hearing on Local Law No. 6 of 2026 after Comptroller Smith Dangler presented rate changes that would raise an estimated $5.6 million in 2027 by raising minimums and eliminating a declining block rate.
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September 3, 2026 at 7:11 PM
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A proposed 4% increase in wastewater rates is set to hit Treasure Island utility bills starting November 1, raising questions about the financial impact on residents.

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Commission to present ordinance for 4% wastewater pass‑through tied to Pinellas increase
Staff proposed passing through a 4% wastewater rate increase tied to Pinellas/St. Petersburg charges; implementation was proposed for Nov. 1 and will be included in an upcoming ordinance.
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August 22, 2026 at 11:16 PM
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Rowlett residents face a potential $18.82 hike in their monthly water and wastewater bills due to rising wholesale costs and increased treatment needs.

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Consultant outlines utility rate drivers: wholesale increases, I&I, and an estimated $18.82 monthly hit for average household
Willdan consultant Jason Gray told the council Aug. 10 that wholesale water and wastewater cost increases and inflow/infiltration (I&I) are driving proposed utility rate increases; the consultant estimated a combined average residential bill increase of about $18.82 per month (13.2%).
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August 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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Hampton City Council is weighing options for potential water and sewer charge relief, but legal hurdles and an upcoming study could delay any decisions.

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Council delays any rebate decision pending a Georgia Rural Water study; legal constraints cited
Council discussed whether to remove or rebate water/sewer base charges. Staff said a Georgia Rural Water study is incoming and legal counsel cautioned that bond covenants may bar eliminating base charges; options include a rebate or rate‑structure simplification once the study and legal review are complete.
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August 13, 2026 at 6:16 AM
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Groves City Council is facing tough decisions as a consultant warns that water and sewer rates may need to rise by 5.75% annually to cover $33 million in capital needs.

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Consultant: Groves must raise water and sewer rates; 5.75% annual increases proposed
Consultant Matthew Garrett told Groves City Council the city faces about $33 million in capital needs and recommends 5.75% annual water and wastewater rate increases to meet debt-service and operating targets; he presented modeled bill impacts and answered council questions about wastewater costs.
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August 4, 2026 at 3:41 AM
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New Harmony's council is considering a $7.50 increase in water bills and two options for sewer rates to tackle significant revenue shortfalls—what will it mean for residents?

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Council moves water and sewer rate adjustments to second reading after Krona presentation
Krona & Associates presented a 2026 water and sewer rate study recommending a $7.50 monthly increase on water bills and two sewer-rate options to close multi‑year shortfalls; council voted to move the ordinance to a second reading and schedule a public hearing in August.
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July 31, 2026 at 6:49 AM
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Garden City is facing a potential 5% water-rate increase and a $3.7 million sewer project, with rising costs and critical maintenance needs on the horizon.

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Garden City budgets Adams Street sewer project and a 5% water-rate increase; sewer pass-through rises 10%
Staff said the city expects a roughly $3.7 million Adams Street sewer project (timing uncertain), built a 5% water-rate increase into the draft, and included a 10% pass-through increase for Boise sewer processing; staff also discussed meter replacements and hydrant replacement costs.
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July 30, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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La Crosse's water utility is facing a significant rate adjustment, but the actual impact on your bill may surprise you—especially if you’re a low-usage customer!

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La Crosse water utility outlines rate case; PSC hearing set for July 29
City utility staff said the PSC approved a 6% rate of return that reduced the proposed increase slightly and scheduled a PSC public hearing on July 29 at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center; staff emphasized dollar impacts vary by usage and said capital projects and PFAS-related work are the primary drivers.
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July 28, 2026 at 2:37 PM
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The utility commission is considering a major power supply contract extension that could impact Reedsburg ratepayers until 2073, along with a possible water rate increase to fund essential upgrades.

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Utility commission flags long‑term power contract request and potential water rate case
Utility commission reported it will research options after WPPI requested members extend a long‑term power supply contract to 2073; the commission also plans to begin a conventional water rate case to evaluate a possible modest water rate increase.
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July 28, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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Cibolo residents could see their average utility bills jump by over $11 next year due to significant increases in water and wastewater rates—find out what’s driving these changes!

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Cibolo staff propose water +7% and wastewater +11% increases; combined average bill would rise about $11.12 per month
Staff presented a three‑year utility rate plan that would raise the average combined residential water/wastewater bill by about $9.37 (water + wastewater) and add $1.75 for drainage — a combined increase around $11.12 per month; staff said the increases fund capital needs and pass through wholesale provider cost hikes.
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July 27, 2026 at 7:10 PM
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Denton's utility budgets for FY27 reveal proposed rate hikes and ambitious plans for water projects, setting the stage for potential changes in your monthly bills.

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Denton staff outline preliminary utility budgets; water, wastewater and electric rates eyed for increases
City staff presented preliminary FY27 utility budgets and assumptions: 3% water, 9% wastewater and a 3% electric base‑rate proposal (1.5% typical bill impact), plus solid‑waste staffing and transfer‑station planning; staff linked much of the electric forecast to data‑center load projections and recommended using reserves to smooth rate impacts.
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July 24, 2026 at 9:27 PM
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Beaumont residents could see their wastewater bills rise by 10% while water rates remain steady, potentially impacting monthly expenses for most households.

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Consultant recommends holding water rates, a 10% wastewater increase that would raise average bills about 5%
HDR consultant Grady Reid told Beaumont council members that the utility fund can avoid a water‑rate increase for FY27 by drawing reserves but should raise wastewater rates 10% (senior customers modeled at half the residential increase). The change would raise most customers’ combined water and wastewater bills about 5%.
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July 20, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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MARCH 31 | Muddy River TV+
Today on Minutes with the Mayor, brought to you by Mercantile Bank, Bob Gough sits down with Jeffrey Conte, Director of Public Works for the City of Quincy, to discuss the upcoming water rate increase...
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March 31, 2026 at 5:19 PM
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Join us June 25, 5–7 PM at CIC Showroom (20 S. Sarah St) for a convo on how STL water rates are set & what’s being done to keep service safe & affordable. Hosted by @MOconsumer Refreshments served! Register: eventbrite.com/e/rising-rat... #STL #WaterRates #STLCommunity
June 9, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Orange Park residents are facing imminent water and sewer rate hikes as the town manager unveils a plan to address skyrocketing operating costs, but questions about fund transparency loom large.

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Orange Park leaders weigh multiyear water and sewer rate increases as residents press for accounting
Town manager proposed an immediate 8% water/sewer rate increase and additional multi‑year adjustments to restore enterprise fund solvency; public commenters raised concerns about fund transfers, administrative charges and the scope of cuts staff offered to avoid larger increases.
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March 7, 2026 at 10:19 PM