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Manchester Water Works adopts FY2026 budget and 3% water rate increase
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The Manchester Water Works board approved a pared-down FY2026 budget totaling $30,806,921 and a 3% increase to water rates, citing prior years' low consumption and an uncertain summer as drivers of the decision.
The Manchester Water Works Board of Water Commissioners on an up-or-down vote approved a fiscal year 2026 budget of $30,806,921 and a 3% increase to water rates, saying the measures are intended to stabilize the utility's cash position after two years of low consumption.
Board Chair (acting) introduced the budget proposal and said the board cut about $1.1 million from earlier capital and operating requests to reduce a projected cash shortfall. The board approved the budget and the tariff increase in separate motions; commissioners voted “aye” on both…
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