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Athens city officials approved rate increases for water and sewage services over the next four years to fund upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant, supported by a $20 million loan. Water rates will rise by 2.5% annually, while sewer rates will increase by 7.5% for the first two years and 5% for the following two years.

By 2030, the average customer will pay more than $13 extra per month. The 7.5% sewer rate increase takes effect on April 1, and the 2.5% water rate increase takes effect on October 1. Mayor Ronnie Marks emphasized the necessity of infrastructure expansion for the growing community.