Broomfield City Council Approves Water Rate Increase
The Broomfield City Council has approved a preliminary vote to increase water rates, with a 7-3 vote in favor of the ordinance.
According to Broomfield staff, the average resident's bill will increase by 14% if the ordinance is passed on second reading. The rate increase would result in a $16.89 rise in the average resident's monthly bill.
- Base water charge: 15% increase
- Sewer charges: 15% increase
- Stormwater base charge: 9% increase
- Water usage rates: 15% increase
The estimated total monthly rate after the proposed increase would be $136.79, based on 9,000 gallons of water usage and 6,000 gallons of sewer consumption.
No comment from the council members was provided.
Author's summary: Broomfield City Council approves water rate increase.