Grafton residents react as near 50% increase in village water rates goes into effect

VILLAGE OF GRAFTON, Wis. — Grafton residents are now paying nearly 50 percent more for water as the village's new rates took effect this week, marking the first increase in seven years.

The Grafton Village Board approved a water rate increase last year, which will cost the average homeowner an additional $141 annually.

The Wisconsin Public Service Commission determined the new rates are necessary to fund the village's water utility, citing increased development demand and required work on water infrastructure.

The new rate of $3.91 per thousand gallons represents a substantial jump from the previous rate of $2.68. The quarterly meter charge is also rising, to $29.70 for standard 3/4 inch meters.

Grafton residents react as near 50% increase in village water rates goes into effect

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