Notice: Increasing Water and Wastewater Rates
City of Log Cabin to raise water/wastewater rates in new fiscal year.
To keep up with inflation and the increasing costs of maintaining and improving the water and wastewater systems of Log Cabin, rates will be increasing, effective Oct. 1st, 2023 (November bill). The proposed new rates will allow the City to better care for the system and will also increase the likelihood of receiving funding from other sources because the City will be better able to financially care for the future improvements. Please see below for rate information.
Please bring your questions, comments, and concerns to the Town Hall scheduled for Thursday, August 31st, 2023, at 7pm. If you are unable to attend, questions and comments can be submitted to Council by calling 903-489-2195 or by emailing
water@logcabin.texas.gov.
| Current Water Rates: | Proposed New Water Rates: | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base (includes 0-1,000 gallons) | $20.00 | Base (does not include first 1,000) | $47.00 | |
| Per thousand (1,001 to 3,000) | $5.00 | Per thousand (0 to 2,000) | $9.00 | |
| Per thousand (3,001 to 6,000) | $6.00 | Per thousand (2,001 to 6,000) | $10.00 | |
| Per thousand (6,001 and up) | $7.00 | Per thousand (6,001 to 10,000) | $11.00 | |
| Per thousand (10,001 to 20,000) | $12.00 | |||
| Per thousand (20,001 to 40,000) | $13.00 | |||
| Per thousand (40,001 and up) | $14.00 |
For the sewer rate, it is recommended to keep the $45.00 sewer base rate the same and add a fee of $5.39 per thousand gallons. Usage will be determined by the water meter. Meters will not be installed for the sewer.
| Current Sewer Rates: | Proposed New Sewer Rates: | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $45.00 | Base/Monthly Minimum | $45.00 | |
| Cost Per Thousand | $5.39 |
Are there resources help to with my bill?
There are several local organizations that help with utility bills for those in need. The City is unable to recommend a specific organization, but there is a list of a few resources on the city’s website at https://www.cityoflogcabin.com/live-in-log-cabin.
Making the decision to raise rates is not an easy decision and is ultimately guided by the desire to protect the safety and welfare of the City’s citizens and customers, balanced with a need to minimize the financial burden for residents. Please remember that your elected officials live here and will be impacted by the rate increases too. All citizens are encouraged to attend the Town Hall scheduled for Thursday, August 31st, 2023, at 7pm. Thank you.
