WHITEHALL WATER PROJECT: The Simple Facts, Week 3

Week 3: Myth- The Town of Whitehall is bilking residents for water/sewer/garbage.

Here are the facts:

1. The Bond Council have set the rate increases with the Lien Holders that the Town must comply with to receive funds. Again, the increase it only because we have loans to repay. The town is not “pocketing” the money or using it for any other projects.

2. Whitehall current monthly base rate is comparable to many other towns in our vicinity. For example:

• Three Forks $83.75 (water/sewer)

• Manhattan $88.00 (water/sewer)

• Boulder is currently $82 (water/sewer) but will be seeing two increases...