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Macon Water Rates to Rise for Big Repairs | Macon News
Macon’s water and sewer rates are about to climb as the Macon Water Authority braces for steep hikes to fund a $2 billion infrastructure overhaul—mostly replacing 200-year-old pipes—and cover an $11 million budget shortfall. With decades of deferred maintenance, officials face tough choices: raise fees, implement tiered pricing, or risk losing future funding. Stormwater fees are also under pressure, having lost critical SPLOST support, and may not be enough to keep the system running. The board must balance urgent repairs with affordability, especially for low-income residents, as they…
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