Public hearing opens on Decatur water-rate changes tied to lead-service-line replacement
Mayor Rickord opened a public hearing on proposed water-rate changes under Ordinance 2026-10, saying the City must comply with a State mandate to replace lead service lines and that mains are 50–100 years old; six residents spoke and a second hearing is scheduled for June 16, 2026.
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The City of Decatur opened a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-10, a proposed amendment to water rates intended to fund mandated upgrades including removal of lead service lines.
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