Water rates may increase in Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona
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Despite the above-average snowpack and precipitation this winter, Colorado River water supplies are still falling short.  Areas such as Phoenix are encouraging their residents to conserve water.

According to NBC affiliate 12 NewsOpens in a new tab., over the next 18 months, average homeowners could see their water bills increase by 42%, or $41.56 a month if the City enacts its proposed rate increase.  Homes that conserve will avoid a surcharge and see a 28% increase over 18 months.

Residents are encouraged to reduce yard watering and to fix leaks to save on their water bills.

The Colorado River Tier 1 water shortage, costs of water treatment and other issues are contributing to the increased charges.

 

 

Deborah

Since 1995, Deborah has owned and operated LegalTech LLC with a focus on water rights. Before moving to Arizona in 1986, she worked as a quality control analyst for Honeywell and in commercial real estate, both in Texas. She learned about Arizona's water rights from the late and great attorney Michael Brophy of Ryley, Carlock & Applewhite. Her side interests are writing (and reading), Wordpress programming and much more.

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