Waterbury Allocates $7 Million for Water Infrastructure Enhancements in 2026 Budget
Waterbury's proposed budget includes $7 million dedicated to water infrastructure upgrades following a major water main break. The budget totals $457 million, with an anticipated annual increase of $400 in water bills for residents.
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Waterbury's proposed budget for the upcoming year totals $457 million, which includes $7 million for water line and valve upgrades. This initiative follows a catastrophic water main break in December that left many residents without water for five days.
The city has already invested over $30 million in water infrastructure improvements, with the current system exceeding 100 years in age. Residents' water bills are expected to rise by $400 annually, though rates will still be the lowest in Connecticut. A public hearing for the budget is scheduled for April 13, and potential state education funding may influence the budget gap faced by the public school district.
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