Stratford increasing water, sewer rates July 1
Water and sewer rates are going up in the Town of Stratford. Beginning July 1, residents will pay an extra $67 a year, according to budget documents released Wednesday.
Water is going up $16 a year, sewer rates are up $51 a year
Water and sewer rates are going up in the Town of Stratford, P.E.I.
Beginning July 1, residents will pay an extra $67 a year, according to budget documents released Wednesday.
Water bills for single dwelling homes will go up $16 to $289 a year. Sewer rates will increase $51 to $380 a year.
More increases coming
Sewer rates will increase again to $432 a year on July 1, 2018, and to $484 a year on July 1, 2019.
Deputy Mayor Randy Cooper, chair of the town's finance committee, said the increases were necessary as the town plans its long-term utility needs. The town is currently exploring options for its sewage treatment.
The rates are subject to change as future budgets are passed, the town said.
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