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PSD Seeks Rate Hike for Upgrades | Parkersburg News
The Lubeck Public Service District is pushing for a major rate hike—30% for water, 14% for sewer—to fund critical infrastructure upgrades, including aging pipes and a capacity-strained plant, aiming to future-proof the system and attract economic growth. While officials argue this proactive investment prevents becoming a bottleneck for industry, critics demand clearer spending plans and worry about the burden on fixed-income residents. A phased rollout and grant exploration are being considered to ease the impact, with the Wood County Commission set to vote on the proposal next week. Listen…
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