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Drought surcharge gains momentum
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Published: April 25, 2009
NEW PORT RICHEY - Heavy water users could get soaked with a drought surcharge on their bills under a recommendation by regional regulators.
The temporary surcharge was among options Pasco County commissioners discussed this week as a drought lingers into a third year.
The surcharge probably would only affect customers using lots of water, usually more than 15,000 gallons a month, according to Dave Moore, executive director of Southwest Florida Water Management District.
But Pasco commissioners might wait and see if other counties and cities opt for permanent rate increases for heavy consumption, instead of the temporary surcharge.
In May, the city of Tampa, Hillsborough County and city of St. Petersburg will consider proposals for year-round increases on the top tier of rates, Moore reported.
The water management district is looking for any means to save water as the current drought approaches desert-like conditions here in 2001, Moore pointed out.
Carl Orth can be reached at 727-815-1068 or corth@suncoastnews.com.
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