Rowlett is looking to raise water rates, and residents are NOT happy about it. Get ready for some loud city council meetings as people fight back against potentially higher water bills.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Residents could see monthly bill increases of approximately $20, with commercial impacts varying significantly based on meter size.
Residential customers will see a slight reduction in the rate of their bill increases compared to other scenarios.
Local businesses, particularly those with larger water meters, will face higher monthly utility costs.
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The city is facing higher costs for wastewater treatment and needs to pay for infrastructure repairs. The council is deciding how to split these costs between residents and local businesses.