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Avondale staff propose water, sewer and solid‑waste rate increases to cover rising operating and capital costs; public hearing slated for May 5
Summary
City staff presented a multiyear utility rate proposal to cover rising costs for water, sewer and solid waste including new treatment requirements and major capital projects. The proposed changes would raise the typical combined monthly bill from about $105.80 to $115.13 on Jan. 1, 2026 (with further adjustments in 2027); a notice of intent to set
City staff presented a comprehensive utility update and a proposed multiyear rate plan for water, sewer and solid‑waste utilities to address rising commodity, energy and capital costs, new federal treatment requirements and planned system expansions.
Public Works Director Kirk Beatty and Budget Manager Robert Baer described operational pressures: customer growth, expanded mains and increased capital needs, higher electricity and chemical costs, and large capital projects including planned well construction and the city’s participation in a Verde River sediment mitigation/Water Project with multiple partners. Beatty highlighted the PFAS national primary drinking water regulation finalized…
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