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Bel Air proposes 2.9% sewer rate bump tied to CPI; county treatment charges remain uncertain
Summary
Town staff told the Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners during the May 13 budget work session that the sewer fund budget for FY2026 includes a sewer‑rate increase tied to the December 2024 Consumer Price Index.
Town staff told the Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners during the May 13 budget work session that the sewer fund budget for FY2026 includes a sewer‑rate increase tied to the December 2024 Consumer Price Index.
“This would be effective 07/01/2025,” Lisa said and explained the mechanics: the town code contains a CPI provision that allows an automatic increase, and the proposed change is a 21¢ increase — from $7.29 to $7.50 per 1,000 gallons — a 2.9% adjustment tied to the December 2024 CPI figure.
Why it matters: sewer service charges are the largest revenue source…
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