Dear Water Utility Customers,
This notice is to inform you of the planned 2026 water rate adjustment, adopted by Resolution R 18-2024 on December 10, 2024. As outlined in the adopted rate schedule, 2026 water rates take effect January 1, 2026, and will first appear on your bill due February 15th, 2026.
What’s changing in 2026?
For 2026, the monthly base water rates will be as follows:
- In-Town Residential: $44.88
- In-Town Commercial: $55.08
- Out-of-Town Residential: $56.39
- Out-of-Town Commercial: $74.36
In addition to the base rate, usage is billed separately by tier. The 2026 usage rates per 1,000 gallons include:
- 1–3,000 gallons: $2.95 per thousand
- 3,000–10,000 gallons: $4.12 per thousand
- 10,000–25,000 gallons: $5.80 per thousand
- 25,000–50,000 gallons: $9.46 per thousand
- 50,000–75,000 gallons: $19.76 per thousand
- 75,000–100,000 gallons: $26.43 per thousand
- 100,000+ gallons: $29.57 per thousand
Please note: All water usage is billed according to the tiered rate schedule.
Why This Matters
These rates were established as part of a 20-year cash flow analysis to support the continued operation, maintenance, long-term reliability of the water system, and to fund critical improvements. Planning rate adjustments in advance helps avoid sudden spikes and allows customers to anticipate future costs.
If you have questions about how these rates may affect your bill, or would like to better understand your water usage, please contact Town Hall at (970) 527-4101.
Thank you for your understanding and for helping support a safe and reliable water system for our community.
Sincerely,
Town of Paonia