Water System Rate Increases
Summary
The county approved a 6% water rate increase and 5% sewer rate increase for customers of the East Montana Water System, effective November 1, 2026, to cover operational costs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Water bills will increase by 6% and sewer bills by 5% for East Montana Water System customers starting November 1, 2026.
The utility system gains necessary revenue for ongoing operations and maintenance.
Local residents and businesses served by the water system face higher monthly utility bills.
Mentions & discussions (12)
EPWater invites customers to community meetings on FY 2027-28 Budget priorities
Customers can learn about budget scenarios and weigh in on how EPWater balances affordability, reliability and future infrastructure needs. The post EPWater invites customers to community meetings on FY 2027-28 Budget priorities appeared first on El ...
El Paso Water mulls budget, rate increase options as key projects loom
Utility executives presented a preferred plan that would raise monthly bills by $5 starting next year, but laid out several options for the board. Community meetings are set ahead of budget and rate adoption in January. The post El Paso Water mulls b...
Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions - Sep 21, 2026
The county approved a 6% water rate increase and 5% sewer rate increase for customers of the East Montana Water System, effective November 1, 2026, to cover operational costs.
El Paso’s hotter summers adding hundreds of dollars to electric bills
El Paso’s summer temperatures have risen sharply in recent years, forcing residents to use more electricity for cooling and adding hundreds of dollars to seasonal electric bills. The post El Paso’s hotter summers adding hundreds of dollars to electri...
Commissioners Court Regular - Business - Jul 27, 2026
The county is considering a 10% water rate increase and a 5% sewer rate increase for the East Montana Water System. Residents are concerned about the affordability of these hikes.
Why your El Paso Electric bill is higher this summer — and what you can do to avoid big spikes
Here's what caused the spike in electric bills, why the next two months could be just as expensive, and what El Pasoans can do if they're struggling to pay. The post Why your El Paso Electric bill is higher this summer — and what you can do to avoid ...
Appeals court again sides with taxpayer in City of El Paso water fee lawsuit
Appeals court again sides with taxpayer in City of El Paso water fee lawsuit KFOX
El Paso City Council denies Texas Gas rate hike, pauses new rates for 45 days
El Paso City Council denies Texas Gas rate hike, pauses new rates for 45 days KFOX
Commissioners Court Regular - Business - Mar 23, 2026
A resident raised concerns about rising utility bills and potential health risks from pigeon trapping in the county.
El Paso City Council seeks rehearing and appeal in Electric and Texas Gas rate hike
El Paso City Council seeks rehearing and appeal in Electric and Texas Gas rate hike KDBC
City of El Paso challenges Texas Gas rate hike; proposes rehearing
City of El Paso challenges Texas Gas rate hike; proposes rehearing KFOX
El Paso Water proposes 12% rate increase for residential customers
El Paso Water proposes 12% rate increase for residential customers El Paso Times
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