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City staff presents proposed water, sewer and garbage rate increases; public letter urges protection for seniors

2809060 · March 28, 2025
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Summary

Staff described a proposed 1.5% across-the-board increase to residential and commercial water and sewer rates and a 5% increase in garbage fees tied to contract inflation; a written public comment urged limiting increases for seniors and low-income residents.

City of Bandera staff outlined proposed changes to utility charges during the Aug. 13 public hearing, saying the draft budget includes a 1.5 percent increase for residential and commercial water and sewer rates and a 5 percent increase for garbage service tied to contract inflation.

Staff said the residential increase is reflected in the draft fee schedules included in the…

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