The Argos Town Council members will take public comments on proposed water rate and sewer rate increases in their upcoming meeting.
A report from Baker Tilly showed that the water bill for a residential customer who uses 2,000 gallons with a 5/8-3/4 inch meter will pay $21.08 in January 2022 with a hydrant maintenance fee of $9.73. The sewer bill for the same size of meter would be $24.86 beginning in January 2022.
The bills will go up roughly $2.00 a year over the next five years, according to the proposed increases.
When the town council members reviewed an earlier study from Baker Tilly they asked to reduce the increase to ease the burden on residents which was reflected in the numbers that the council reviewed during their meeting last week.
The council members approved the first reading of ordinances for the amended water and sewer rates. A public hearing will be held during the council’s next meeting Wednesday, November 3 at 7:30 p.m. ET at Argos Town Hall at 201 W. Walnut Street.
