Water subsidy program audit
Summary
The $60,000 senior water subsidy has been oversubscribed — more people are on it than budgeted. Finance staff will audit participation and require re-qualification, which may mean some current recipients lose the discount but keeps the program solvent.
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Last discussed Jun 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The program costs $60,000 a year and overspent its budget this fiscal year.
Low-income and senior residents who qualify will keep getting help with water bills.
Recipients who no longer qualify may be dropped when re-qualification is required.
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