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Bakersfield council adopts modest sewer connection fee increase for 2025—26
Summary
The council approved a resolution to update sewer connection fees for fiscal year 2025—26, using an annualized index tied to construction/cost inflation to avoid infrequent large increases; the motion was recorded as approved with Councilmember Weir absent.
The Bakersfield City Council on Sept. 24 adopted a resolution adjusting sewer connection fees for fiscal year 2025—26, implementing an annualized increase model intended to track construction-cost inflation. The motion was approved with Councilmember Weir absent.
City staff described the item as distinct from user sewer rates and focused on connection (availability) fees for new development. Staff said the…
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