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Tipton utility board hires rate consultant, flags possible 2026 increase amid aging wastewater equipment
Summary
At its Oct. 6 meeting, the Tipton Utility Service Board discussed contracting Kron and Associates for a water and wastewater rate study, noted aging treatment equipment that may require multi‑million‑dollar capital spending, and reviewed a city estimate that would translate to a 2.76% utility rate increase in 2026.
The Tipton Utility Service Board on Oct. 6 approved routine claims and directed staff to proceed with a study of water and wastewater rates, saying aging equipment could require substantial capital work in the next few years.
Jim, staff member, told the board he has asked Kron and Associates to analyze city water and wastewater finances and return with recommendations, likely in November. "It's been 10 years since we've reviewed our wastewater rates, and it's been seven years on our drinking water rates," he said. He added the board faces potential capital work on 50‑year‑old clarifiers and other equipment and…
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