In Depth: Charlotte water rate increase

Nate Morabito goes in depth with Nick Sturdivant about a WCNC Charlotte investigation that found Charlotte Water has overspent in recent years but is gearing up to propose a rate increase.

In the midst of an unusually difficult financial year in 2024, records show the utility has delayed and even stopped several major projects.

Charlotte Water has suggested a rate increase range of 5.75% to 5.99%, which is substantially higher than the prior two years. If eventually approved by the council, the average customer's bill would increase by $4.37 to $4.55 a month.

The city manager recommended his rate proposal at Monday night's council meeting.

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