Resident raises concern about $25 sewer charge increase despite lower water use

City Council of the City of Liberty, Missouri · April 27, 2026

Summary

Resident Carrie Lonsdale told the council she used 2,000 fewer gallons but saw a $25 increase in her bill attributed to the sewer portion, and expressed concern about how others will cope with similar increases.

During the Citizens’ Participation portion of the meeting, resident Carrie Lonsdale told the Council she received a water bill that showed a $25 increase despite using 2,000 fewer gallons. Lonsdale said the increase was attributable to the sewer portion of her bill and expressed concern about the impact on other community members.

The minutes record Lonsdale’s concern but do not show a staff response or corrective action recorded at the meeting. Council did not take formal action on the matter during the session; staff follow-up would be the typical next step for an individual billing inquiry.

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