Water charges for 2027 under review

Saint Paul file RES PH 26-278, before the Saint Paul City Council. Still to be decided as of 2026-12-02.

Latest action: For Discussion

What it does

Your monthly water and sewer bill amount changes St. Paul residents will pay new water and sewer rates starting in 2027; the exact dollar change depends on how much water your household uses.

The bigger picture

Businesses and renters feel the ripple effect too Higher water rates may be passed on to renters and businesses through rent or service charges, affecting household budgets beyond direct water bills.

What to watch

Low-income residents may struggle with bill increases If rates rise significantly, households already struggling to pay utilities face harder choices about water access and other essentials.

Read the official record for RES PH 26-278

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