Upcoming OWASA Rate Hike and Environmental Initiatives Discussed in Recent Board Meeting

The OWASA Board of Directors met on May 9, 2024, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. They considered a 15% increase in rates for water and sewer services. No public comments were made during the hearing.

At the meeting, the Board reviewed the OWASA Climate Action Plan. This included new rules for PFAS in drinking water and an update on ongoing PFAS litigation, reflecting OWASA's focus on environmental care and public health.

The Board also looked at a financial report for the nine months ending March 31, 2024. The report showed that OWASA achieved most of its financial targets, indicating effective fiscal management.

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