Following a work session and public hearing regarding the city’s utility system, City Council approved a 3.03% increase in utility rates during its April 10 meeting. The new rates will be effective July 1.
Looking at the average household’s use of water in Lebanon, city staff determined the current cost for five units of water is $122.08. With the rate increase, the costs would be $125.89, a $3.81 monthly increase.
“This is based on inflation,…