BOISE, Idaho — After several workshops and open community meetings for public education and comments, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission has approved a rate increase of 7% for Veolia Water Idaho.
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Veolia had originally applied for a 24% increase in its initial filing in September.
The new rates are in effect as of today, May 1, 2023. Customer bills are expected to see an average of just over $2.00 per month, dependent on water usage.
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The requested increase is for monies allowing Veolia to recoup capital expenditures related to new facilities and increasing operating expenses.
Veolia serves over 100,000 customers in Ada County.
