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Helena sets intentions for water and wastewater rate increases, fee updates; public hearings scheduled Oct. 20
Summary
The commission approved a set of resolutions of intention to adjust water and wastewater rates and several service charges, setting public hearings for Oct. 20, 2025. Staff cited inflation and rising chemical and electricity costs; wastewater rates would rise about 4% and water rates about 3.5%.
The Helena City Commission on Sept. 22 approved resolutions of intention to set new rates and charges for the city’s water and wastewater systems and scheduled public hearings for Oct. 20, 2025.
Public Works and utility staff explained rising chemical and electricity costs and changes associated with new metering mean the utility must adjust rates and pass-through charges. Staff said the proposed wastewater rate increase is…
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