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September 28, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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Panama City Beach just approved a rate hike for water and sewer services, meaning residents can expect an average monthly increase of about $4.16 starting January 1st!

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Council adopts FY27 water and sewer rate increases; typical bill rises about $4.16 monthly
On second reading the council adopted Ordinance 16‑89, advancing the second year of a previously approved multi‑year rate plan: water rates will rise 5.5% and sewer (including reclaimed water) 7%, with staff projecting an average monthly increase of roughly $4.16.
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September 28, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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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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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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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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Dartmouth's Board of Public Works hits pause on proposed water and sewer rate hikes, opting for a deep dive into the numbers with the Select Board on July 13.

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Dartmouth board tables water, sewer rate vote and schedules joint review with Select Board
After a detailed presentation on FY27 forecasts showing proposed 7.5% water and about 15% sewer increases, the Board of Public Works voted to table final action and hold a joint meeting with the Select Board on July 13 to review supporting analyses and outreach materials.
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June 30, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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A Congressman called out corporate oligarchs hijacking regulators. Same day: American Water's $63B merger keeps promising "no rate hikes" — while asking PA regulators to raise rates 15%. Two stories, one bill.
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American Water promised no rate hikes from its $63B merger. They're raising rates 15% anyway. A Congressman just named exactly why this works.
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June 26, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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Major changes are coming for Highlands Water Company customers as a phased rate increase is on the horizon, sparking concerns about affordability for residents.

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Division recommends approval of Highlands Water Company settlement with phased rate increases
At a recorded Utah Public Service Commission hearing on Docket 24-010-01, the Division of Public Utilities recommended the commission approve a stipulation that would phase Highlands Water Company's general monthly fee to $8 (Aug. 1, 2026), $63 (Apr. 1, 2027) and $75 (Apr. 1, 2028); testimony and exhibits were admitted to the record.
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June 25, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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The Paris City Council has approved a controversial 2.75% increase in retail water rates, sparking concerns among residents about rising utility bills.

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Paris council adopts 2.75% retail water-rate increase, approves code and subdivision changes
The Paris City Council voted 5-0 to adopt a 2.75% increase to retail water rates and approved a package of zoning and subdivision ordinance amendments, including a new 'cottage industry' use and a detention-pond compliance program; council also approved a residential tax-abatement for a 10-home infill project.
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June 25, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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Broussard residents, brace yourselves: water rates are set to rise by 5% and sewer rates by 10% as the city grapples with skyrocketing purchase costs!

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Water rates rise 5% and sewer 10% in Broussard budget proposal; city flags higher purchase costs
At a June 17 hearing, staff proposed a 5% water-rate increase and a 10% sewer-rate increase (effective July 1, 2026), citing higher purchased‑water costs from Lafayette and ongoing sewer operating losses despite rate changes.
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June 19, 2026 at 11:44 PM
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Wythe County is set to raise water rates and connection fees, with a public hearing scheduled for July 14—what does this mean for local residents?

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Wythe County sets water rate hearing, approves Barrett Mill change orders and financing steps
The Board approved Barrett Mill Road change-order deductions, set a July 14 public hearing on a proposed 5% water rate increase and $2,300 connection fee, and authorized staff to negotiate Dunford Road interim financing and support a New River Regional Water Authority bond resolution.
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June 17, 2026 at 2:58 AM