Bentonville city council passes water rate increases

Bentonville City Council passes water rate increases, goes into effect in April
The Bentonville City Council passed a water rate increase Tuesday by a 5-3 vote that will double residents’ monthly bill. A customer’s standard charge for meter size will now be twice as high with usage rates at least doubling per every 1,
Bentonville City Council approves 100% water rate increases on 5-3 vote
City water customers will start paying double for their service to enable the city to keep up with increased operating costs for its infrastructure, reduce water loss and address future capital needs,
Bentonville residents express concerns over proposed 100% water rate increase
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The City of Bentonville is aiming to double water rates for residents due to increasing costs. Bentonville attributes the rise to inflation, rising wholesale water costs, and water loss from leaks in the city's system.
Bentonville city leaders vote to approve water rate increase
The 100% rate increase will take effect on April 14. City leaders say it will average out to $25 more a month for the typical person.
Bentonville City Council talks proposed doubling of water rates with intent to review in one year
The City Council is still set to consider a proposal to double the city's water rates to cover increased operating costs for the city's infrastructure, as well as reduce water loss and address future capital needs.
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