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West Richland approves small utility rate increases tied to state tax changes and interim adjustments
Summary
Council passed four resolutions adjusting irrigation, water, stormwater and sewer charges (Resolutions 47‑25 through 50‑25). Staff cited state B&O tax increases, credit card fee shifts, and the need to build emergency reserves and complete a water rate study.
The West Richland City Council on Nov. 18 approved a set of master‑fee schedule amendments that raise several utility charges, citing recent state business & occupation (B&O) tax changes and interim adjustments while the city completes a comprehensive rate study.
Public Works Director Roscoe Slade explained the changes in a series of staff reports: irrigation charges were adjusted to recover rising costs and to build an emergency reserve…
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