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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

Sewer rates for Stratford residents will continue to increase in 2018 and 2019. (iStock)

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.