The Lauderhill City Commission adopted several ordinances Sept. 29 to implement FY2026 rate changes for utilities and solid-waste services, citing contractual pass-throughs and Consumer Price Index adjustments.

Key actions:
- Garbage and refuse fee schedule: the commission adopted ordinance changes to the municipal franchise and fee schedule (first and second reading actions documented) that set new collection and disposal charges for residential and multifamily services effective Oct. 1, 2025. Staff said the increases are pass-throughs tied to the city’s franchise agreement.
- Water, sewer and stormwater: the commission adopted an ordinance increasing water, sewer and stormwater charges consistent with the Consumer Price Index adjustment for the fiscal year; staff said rates were adjusted to cover operating costs and compliance with long-term service needs.

Why it matters: The changes will appear on utility bills and property tax-related assessment processes where applicable; the commission said the increases were necessary to cover contracted collection costs and rising service costs.

Implementation: Staff will publish updated rate schedules and the city will collect the revised fees starting Oct. 1, 2025. Residents with questions about specific dollar amounts were directed to the finance and utility departments.