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Water Rate Increase
Summary
Your water bill is going up, and not by a little! Bakersfield is planning a massive 51% increase over the next five years. The city claims it's for much-needed upgrades and to keep up with rising costs.
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Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Expect your monthly water bill to climb significantly as these increases roll out.
✅Who benefits
The city's aging water system and the workers who will be doing the upgrades will benefit.
⚠️Who could be affected
Your wallet will be lighter, and if you're on a fixed income, this could be a real struggle.
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