Water and Sewer Utility Rate Increases
Summary
Council approved a 9% rate increase on water and sewer base and volume charges starting October 1 to fund ongoing infrastructure and utility improvements. Residents expressed strong concern over the financial impact on households already struggling with utility bills.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Increases the water base rate from $12.64 to $13.78, volume rate from $4.37 to $4.76, and sewer base rate from $15.29 to $16.67.
All utility customers benefiting from reliable, upgraded water and sewer infrastructure.
DeSoto water and sewer customers facing higher monthly utility bills.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Meeting — September 15, 2026
Council approved a 9% rate increase on water and sewer base and volume charges starting October 1 to fund ongoing infrastructure and utility improvements. Residents expressed strong concern over the financial impact on households already struggling with utility bills.
City Council Special Meeting — July 31, 2026
Residents may see a 9% increase in water and sewer rates to cover rising costs from wholesale providers.
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