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Ossipee officials propose roughly 10% water and sewer rate increase as DES lagoon closure looms
Summary
Town staff recommended raising both base rates and usage by about 10% for the water and sewer systems to build reserves for rising repair costs and to prepare for expected Department of Environmental Services (DES) lagoon closures around 2030 that could eliminate current septage-hauler revenue streams.
Town staff told the Board of Selectmen they plan to propose increasing both the base rate and usage charges for water and sewer accounts by about 10% to build reserves for repairs and regulatory compliance.
Selectman TJ explained the increase would help the water and sewer funds absorb higher repair costs, noting some parts and repairs (valves, caps) and chemicals have seen large price increases. The board was…
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