Low-income assistance and stormwater charges push city water bills upward
Most city residents would experience close to a $5 monthly bump on their water bill this fall under a Philadelphia Water Department proposal.
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Most city residents would experience close to a $5 monthly bump on their water bill this fall under a Philadelphia Water Department proposal.
Two states are proposing a water bill increase for some customers.
Tens of thousands of Philly water customers could be automatically enrolled in a discount program this year, while others may see their bills go up.
The Philadelphia Water Department is resuming residential shutoffs for nonpayment on May 31. It has a new program, Raise Your Hand, that offers help to customers at risk of losing water service.
Households with children, seniors, or people with disabilities are protected from non-payment based shutoffs when they resume May 31.