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Oak Ridge prepares for new water treatment plant operation and gradual rate increases; wastewater upgrades planned

3627328 · May 20, 2025
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Staff said the new water treatment plant is expected to begin operating in spring and will require time to determine operating costs; a prior 8.4% increase remains in effect and staff said modest annual increases may be needed going forward. Several wastewater capital upgrades were also described.

City staff told council the new water treatment plant is planned to be operable in spring and that it will take time to determine the plant’s operating costs once it comes on line.

Randy said the city and consultants expect modest, recurring rate increases to maintain and operate the new system. He referenced a…

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