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Weatherford PWA adopts higher water, sewer and trash rates; minimum bill rises to $75.91
Summary
The Weatherford Public Works Authority approved the 2026 utility rate schedule that raises the water, sewer and garbage base charges and increases the minimum residential utility bill to $75.91, citing higher sludge‑hauling and treatment costs.
The Weatherford Public Works Authority board approved a revised 2026 utility-rate schedule that raises base rates for water, sewer and garbage and increases the city’s minimum residential bill from $71.60 to $75.91. The motion to adopt the schedule was moved by Commissioner Warren Goldman, seconded by Commissioner Kendon Wood, and approved by roll call.
Staff said rising costs for hauling sludge and other treatment expenses drove part of the proposed change. The approved schedule raises the water base from $15.70 to $16.17, sewer from $22.45 to $23.57, and garbage from $27.35 to $28.17; staff said those adjustments together produce the stated $75.91 minimum residential bill.
During discussion, staff emphasized the need to cover higher operating costs rather than make larger increases later. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
The action: motion by Warren Goldman, second by Kendon Wood; vote: Wood — aye, Ingram — aye, Goldman — aye, Smith — aye, Brown — aye; outcome — approved.
