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Augusta Water Rates Face Vote | Wichita News
Augusta, Kansas is on the verge of a major water rate hike—set to take effect August 1—with the average bill jumping $7.60. City leaders have been scrambling for months to avoid this, but a costly leaky transmission line and inflation have left them with no choice. Business owners like coffeehouse owner Stacy Jeffries are sounding the alarm, saying the increase could hit already-struggling local businesses hard. The city council still has time to vote on it July 20 at 7 PM—so there’s hope for last-minute changes. This vote could be a bellwether for how small towns balance infrastructure needs…
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