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Hoschton staff proposes 8.6% utility rate increase and new meter repair fees

Hoschton City Council · January 10, 2026
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Summary

City staff told the Hoschton City Council a proposed 2026 water and sewer user rate increase of 8.6% is intended to support repairs, maintenance and ongoing capital projects, and presented a proposed meter‑repair fee schedule including a $500 replacement charge and other component fees.

City staff presented a package of utility recommendations to the Hoschton City Council, including a proposed across‑the‑board 8.6% increase in water and sewer user rates for 2026 and a separate proposed meter repair fee schedule.

Staff said the rate increase is a recommendation from the city engineer and based on an internal audit intended to…

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