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Council approves water and sewer rate increases, to take effect after Oct. 1 billing
Summary
The council approved ordinances amending the water and sewer use charge systems (Bills 2025‑147 and 2025‑148). Staff said increases are modest per household but necessary to fund aging infrastructure and move from reactive to preventative maintenance.
The Sedalia City Council on Aug. 18 approved separate ordinances to adjust the city’s sewer and water user-charge systems. Bills 2025‑147 (sewer) and 2025‑148 (water) passed on final readings after staff presentations from Utilities Director William Brackett and Public Works staff.
What staff told the council: The utility directors said current rates are insufficient to cover operating costs and…
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