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El Paso Water is pushing for a 12% rate hike, which means you'll be paying more for your monthly utility bill soon. It’s a significant jump that will definitely be noticeable when you check your bank account.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
A typical residential bill would increase by approximately $10 per month under the proposed rates.
The water system's long-term financial stability and infrastructure maintenance.
Low-income residents who may struggle to pay higher monthly utility 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...
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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.