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Detroit Lakes council approves 2026 utility rate increases; average residential bill to rise about $9.73
Summary
Following a Missouri River Energy cost review, the council approved a 5% electric, 12% water and 2% sanitary sewer increase for 2026; staff estimated an average residential increase of about $9.73 per month across utilities and noted rising replacement costs for sewer membranes.
The Detroit Lakes City Council amended utility rates for 2026 after staff presented an updated cost‑of‑service review.
City utilities staff summarized a review by Missouri River Energy Services and recommended a 5% increase to electric rates, a 12% increase to water rates and a 2% increase to sanitary sewer rates. Mr. Roberts (city utilities) explained drivers behind the recommendation, including rising purchase power and capital costs; he said the sewer fund faces…
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