City Water Rates to Increase in October

City officials say to help cover the rising costs of operations and

maintenance for the water department, the City Council approved

an increase for water and sewer rates that will go into effect on October

first.  The increase equates to a $2.58 monthly addition for the average

residential household using 4 thousand gallons a month. The rate will

increase based on water consumption.  In budget workshops next year,

the Council will discuss a possible rate increase to assist with the funding

of future water projects like the Concho River Water Project. The City’s

current water supply is at 30 months as of September first.