At their meeting Tuesday night, the City Council approved a resolution to increase water rates and wastewater rates by 1.7 percent.
Patch was at the meeting, but TBO.com posted a comprehensive story about the rising costs first. The article by Joyce McKenzie outlines the reasons for the increase and even compares Temple Terrace’s water rates with other cities in Hillsborough County. Read it here: Temple Terrace water bills set to rise.
The new rates take effect Oct. 1.
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