Summary
New 2026-27 water and sewer rates got first readings, including a $96.38 monthly opt-out charge for property owners who don't disconnect footing drain connections. Final adoption is expected April 27 — expect higher utility bills starting July 1.
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Last discussed Apr 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Sewer rates rise to $3.77 per 1,000 gallons plus tiered readiness-to-serve charges; water to $2.86 per 1,000 gallons plus charges; a $96.38 monthly footing-drain opt-out charge is added.
The utility funds, which need rate revenue to cover service costs and flood-related infrastructure.
Property owners who fail to disconnect footing drain connections face the new $96.38 monthly charge.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Apr 27, 2026
New water and sewer rates take effect July 1: water at $2.86 per 1,000 gallons, sewer at $3.77, plus quarterly readiness-to-serve charges. There's also a new $96.38 monthly charge for anyone who doesn't disconnect footing drains when required.
City Council (Regular) - Apr 13, 2026
New 2026-27 water and sewer rates got first readings, including a $96.38 monthly opt-out charge for property owners who don't disconnect footing drain connections. Final adoption is expected April 27 — expect higher utility bills starting July 1.
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