Dripping Spring raising wastewater rates starting in May

DRIPPING SPRINGS, TEXAS – City wastewater customers will see rate changes on their wastewater bill being sent from the Dripping Springs Water Supply Corp on June 1. Wastewater rates are based on water consumption through December, January, and February.

This is the winter averaging period and is conducted annually. In previous years, updates on rates were reflected on April 1, but the City postponed the increase this year.

Customers will see a rate increase of 10% on their base fee and usage fee. The last rate increase was in January 2018. The City was scheduled for a rate increase in 2020 and made the decision to postpone due to the COVID- 19 pandemic.

According to a press release from Dripping Springs, City staff has worked to minimize rate increases by reducing operational costs where possible. As day-to-day operational costs continue to rise, the new rate will help offset those increasing operating costs. “Our rates remain competitive in comparison to neighboring communities such as Bee Cave, Blanco, Kyle, and Buda. The City is committed to managing those costs and staying efficient while upholding the City’s commitment to a sustainable future.”

Customers who believe that their new wastewater rate is incorrect due to errors in usage reporting, leaks, or other causes, can apply for a wastewater billing rate adjustment. To receive a wastewater billing rate adjustment, customers must do the following:

• Customers must fill out a Wastewater Adjustment Form. This can be found on the Forms & Reports page of the Dripping Springs Water Supply website: https://www.drippingsprings water.com/all-forms-and- reports.
  .
• Along with submitting the form, customers must also submit proof via email:
  ……..° usage reports from DSWSC or plumbing invoice/receipts due to breaks/leaks, property
  ………..owner’s receipts of materials, supplies, etc.
  .
• If approved, rates will be adjusted, and the customer will receive notice from the City. The rate adjustment will be reflected in the next month’s

For more information about the wastewater billing rate adjustment call 512-858-4725.