Snoqualmie City Council Discusses Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments [ID:d690d3]

The Snoqualmie City Council convened to discuss proposed adjustments to water and sewer rates, aiming to ensure fairness among various customer classes. The council's meeting followed a utility rate study by FCS Group, which emphasized the necessity of rate revisions to meet the city's operational costs in the coming years. Councillor Ethan Benson raised questions concerning the rate increases, leading to detailed explanations from city staff about the impacts of inflation on equipment and supplies. Concerns regarding commercial and multifamily rates were brought up by Councillor Rob Wotton, who expressed the need for comprehensive data prior to any changes. Councillor Jolyon Johnson acknowledged the council's ongoing commitment to rectify historical billing disparities.

The discussion also highlighted the need for visual data representation to aid understanding, with Councillor Johnson requesting a graphical layout of the proposed changes. Transparency, particularly regarding discounts for low-income residents, was deemed crucial, with further analysis necessary before finalizing any rate adjustments. The council plans to hold a second reading of Ordinance 1303 on April 14, 2025, as they seek to ensure the adjustments reflect community needs.