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Utilities committee urges 5% water rate increase; council accepts committee report
Summary
The utilities committee recommended a 5% increase in water rates effective March 1, 2026, a small stormwater fee rise and a reduced sewer tapping fee; council accepted the committee report and noted planning steps for meter replacement and lead line work.
The Greenville utilities committee recommended a 5% increase in water rates and several related fee changes, and council voted to accept the committee’s report.
The committee noted rising chemical costs, aging infrastructure and the need to plan for replacement of equipment. The report recommended a 5% increase in water rates, a…
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