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Local business owners press Rio Dell for answers on rising water rates and grants

5798446 · September 17, 2025
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Business owner Tom Gordon told the council that unexpectedly high water bills are harming local businesses and asked the city to pursue grants and add the topic to a future agenda.

RIO DELL, Calif. — A local business owner urged the Rio Dell City Council on Sept. 16 to address rising water rates and to help businesses pursue grant funding after receiving an unusually high water bill this month.

Tom Gordon, who said he owns a coffee shop and multiple properties in Rio Dell, told council members his establishment received a water bill this month of "$700," which he said is far higher than comparable businesses in neighboring towns. "I just…

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