Summary
Troy proposes adding a fixed quarterly fee — $6 for water, $2.75 for sewer — on every bill to stabilize revenue as water use drops. Average quarterly bills would rise to about $246, still the lowest among peer communities.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $1.5 million per year in new fixed charges; average quarterly bill rises to ~$246.
The water and sewer funds, which get steadier revenue for capital repairs.
All customers — including fixed-income and low-usage households — pay the same fee regardless of use.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Oct 5, 2026
New FY2027 water connection fees take effect November 1, 2026 — a cost to know if you're building or connecting to city water.
City Council - Jun 15, 2026
The rate ordinance formalizes what was already in the May budget: $6.32 per unit for water, $40.10 for sewer, plus small new quarterly fixed fees of $6 and $2.75. Expect these on your utility bills for the coming year.
Special City Council Meeting - Apr 13, 2026
Troy proposes adding a fixed quarterly fee — $6 for water, $2.75 for sewer — on every bill to stabilize revenue as water use drops. Average quarterly bills would rise to about $246, still the lowest among peer communities.
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