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Boerne Residents Face Rising Utility Bills This Fall
1 Sep
Summary
- Water, sewer, and reclaimed water rates will increase by 7% starting in October.
- The average Boerne homeowner's monthly bill will rise by 11.6% to $89.97.
- Increased fees fund crucial infrastructure upgrades amid Boerne's rapid population growth.
Boerne residents are facing increased utility costs effective October. The City Council has approved rate hikes for water, sewer, stormwater, and reclaimed water services. Water, sewer, and reclaimed water rates will rise by 7%, impacting bills in November. This marks the third annual increase in a five-year plan.
Additionally, the stormwater fee is doubling from $4 to $8 per month, starting in October. These increases are essential for funding infrastructure improvements and managing debt from significant projects, including a $14.5 million upgrade to a low water crossing.
City officials cite Boerne's rapid population growth, which has more than doubled since 2010, as the primary driver for these necessary adjustments. The city plans further investments in water and wastewater infrastructure, totaling $17 million in 2027, to accommodate its expanding community.
