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Hammond council approves increases to water, sewer and garbage rates with a 60‑day notice period
Summary
After a public hearing that drew senior and resident concerns, the council approved state‑recommended water and sewer increases and raised the garbage collection fee, while adding a 60‑day effective delay and directing city communications to warn customers.
The Hammond City Council on June 24 approved ordinances increasing water and sewer rates and raising the monthly garbage collection fee, and inserted a council amendment to delay the effective date by 60 days after the mayor signs the ordinances so the city can notify customers.
City staff presented a state‑directed water and sewer rate study showing inside‑city water should rise from $1.50 to $2.89 per 1,000 gallons and sewer from $3.00 to $5.07 per 1,000 gallons. Administration said…
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