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Council approves sewer rate package after debate over duration, EPA limits and finance options
Summary
The council approved Bill 60 (CD2) changing the sewer-rate structure and schedule after a lengthy public and council debate over using cash versus bonds, potential effects on bond covenants and alternatives including low‑interest federal loans and customer assistance programs.
The Honolulu City Council adopted Bill 60 (CD2) to change sewer rates and the rate structure after several hours of public testimony and council debate.
Council member dos Santos Tam presented the committee report and the CD2 rate proposal. The measure changes the split between a fixed base charge and a volumetric charge to 40% base / 60% volumetric and phases increases through 2031; the CD2 also included language creating a customer assistance program. Multiple council members, including Council member Tupelo and Council member Cordero,…
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