November 4, 2026 – Village of Germantown, Wi – Neighbors in the Village of Germantown are being notified about a 3 percent water rate increase in 2027. According to the village the increase is “to reduce the existing deficiency in present rates.” The increase is expected to average $12.06 per household per year.
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According to director of finance Lisa Davis, “The Water Utility’s last rate case allowed for an annual simplified rate increase up to 3% each of the next three years, Cash flow in the utility is still poor with only 30-day cash on hand. Recommendation is a full quarter of operating expenses as cash on hand. Requested rate increase would go into effect Q1 of 2027. Staff requests the PWHC recommend to the Village Board approval of a 3% simplified rate increase to go into effect Q1 of 2027.”
