A draft 2026 budget for water and wastewater, released on Wednesday, would add about $14 a month to the average user’s bill.

Included in the budget are:

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Proposed capital spending (2026) of $8.51 million

Forecasted capital plan (2027-2035) of $416.89 million

Proposed net rate requirement of $36.15 million

A weekly increase of $3.42 (10.1 per cent) on the average bill

These amounts represent a 10.2 per cent increase to the overall net rate requirement from last year, follow the financial plan previously adopted by council, and are consistent with what has been shared in previous years, said a news release issued by the county.

“The 2026 rate budget reflects Norfolk County’s unwavering commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and reliable services for our water and wa

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