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In Fountain, residents could see substantial water bill increase annually for five years
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In Fountain, residents could see substantial water bill increase annually for five years

By Savannah Eller | The Gazette Fountain residents might see major increases to their water bills in the coming five years, in an effort by the city to stabilize its utilities finances. “Our expenses have gone up significantly in the past few years" said Fountain utilities director Dan Blankenship. The plan outlined in a study session in early December would increase water rates by 9% in 2025, 2026, 2027 and 2028. In 2029, rates would go up by 6%. If approved by the Fountain city council, the rate hike could go into affect as soon as March of 2025.  READ THE FULL STORY AT THE GAZETTE
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City of Fountain to increase budget for street resurfacing projects through 2027
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City of Fountain to increase budget for street resurfacing projects through 2027

By Maggie Bryan | KOAA-TV NBC 5 The City of Fountain plans to increase its budget for street resurfacing projects by at least 10% each year until 2027, according to its 2025-2027 Strategic Plan approved on Tuesday. Improving transportation infrastructure is one of the city's top four priorities in the plan, along with boosting communication with the public, supporting local businesses, and enhancing water and electric security. Fountain City Councilmember Jennifer Herzberg said the city's current roads are poor and residential roads need the most help. READ THE FULL STORY AT KOAA-TV NBC 5
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