Owen Sound Approves 5% Water Rate Hike Effective July 1, Maintains Wastewater Surcharge
Owen Sound water bills will rise 5% on July 1, with annual increases projected through 2029. Here’s how much more you’ll pay and why the City says it’s necessary.
Owen Sound residents can expect their water bills to increase starting July 1, 2025, following City Council’s approval of a 5% rate hike. The decision also maintains the existing wastewater surcharge at 124% of the water rate.
The increase means the average residential user — consuming 200 cubic metres of water annually …
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