PWC’s residential water and wastewater usage charges are not increasing.
The Basic Facility Charge is rising in small amounts over the next two years to fund operational costs and keep your services reliable.
The Drinking Water Basic Facility Charge will raise by $1.25 on May 1, 2025, and again raise by $1.25 on May 1, 2026.
The Wastewater Basic Facility Charge will raise by $2 on May 1, 2025, and again by $2 on May 1, 2026.
The Basic Facility Charge covers the costs of maintaining the utility system.
- These costs are fixed and must be paid regardless of how much you use.
- These expenses include maintaining power poles, power lines, substations, water and sewer mains, equipment, meters, billing, and staffing.
- Each service has its own charge due to varying associated costs.
- Charges are periodically reviewed to ensure all essential expenses are covered.
- The Basic Facility Charge ensures that all customers contribute fairly to maintaining reliable services.