Politics & Government

Water Board to Hold Hearing on Rate Hike

City Proposes 7.5 Percent Increase as of July 1

The New York City Water Board is proposing a 7.5 percent rate increase that would go into effect on July 1.

The agency will hold hearings throughout the city in the coming weeks, including one on May 10 at P.S. 499, located at 148-20 Reeves Ave. in Flushing.

Earlier this year, northeast Queens residents and community leaders complained of higher water bills during the past few months. Many believed the increase was the result of a recent switchover from traditional to electronic water usage meters that would eliminate the need for home visits by city employees.

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For more information on the Water Board's hearing, call Community Board 11 at 718-225-1054.

Now, we'd love to hear your comments. Do you plan to attend the hearing in Flushing? What will you tell the city's Water Board and how would a rate hike affect you? 

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