The planned increase is 3.5% for October 2021 and 3.5% for March 2022. For a total of 6.5%. Info from the city of Phoenix website.
“Water Rates
The 6.5% water rate increase (spread out over a year) was approved by the Phoenix City Council on March 17, 2021. ?
The first increase of 3% will occur in October 2021 and the second increase of 3.5 % will occur in March 2022. The rate increase for the average single family residential customer will equal to approximately $2.40 a month or 8 cents per day, which is still a?mong the lowest in the nation.
The rate increase provides funding for resources needed to invest in rehabilitation and replacement of water pipes, treatment plants, pumps, reservoirs, and wells that ensure reliable delivery of the city's drinking water.
If you have a question or comment about the department's rate increase, please email
[email protected]. “