Kingsford water, sewer rates to rise in 2027
KINGSFORD — Residents will again see a rate increase in their water and sewer bills starting in January 2027 as Kingsford continues to address aging infrastructure and replace water service lines under the state’s revised Lead and Copper Rule. John Holland of the Michigan Rural Water Association was asked to examine the city’s rates and provide a recommendation to the council to cover the costs of ongoing projects. Holland said the sewer and water departments operate as enterprise funds, and must run like a business. The city is not permitted to take money from the general fund ...
