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Council hears update on phased water and sewer rate study; city moving toward proactive rate model
Summary
City Manager Jacob Evans summarized the history of the water/sewer rate study and said the city is transitioning from a reactive to a proactive rate model; the presentation referenced a three-phase implementation first recommended in 2024 and a new study completed with the same engineering firm.
City Manager Jacob Evans briefed the Dawsonville City Council on May 18 about the water and sewer rate study for phases two and three. Evans summarized that a 2024 study by the consulting engineers recommended a three-phase implementation plan that the council approved in 2024 and noted the city is now completing a new study with the same firm.
Evans said the city is shifting from a reactive approach to a more proactive and strategic model to manage utility finances and infrastructure needs going forward. He told council there is “quite a lot of information” in the packet and invited questions from council members.
Why it matters: rate studies can lead to adjustments in utility charges that affect households and businesses; moving to a phased, strategic approach can smooth increases and improve predictability for customers. No formal action or specific rate changes were adopted at the May 18 meeting; staff asked the council to review the materials and to coordinate timing with the proposed FY2026–27 budget.
