STRUTHERS Residents in Struthers will soon be seeing an increase in water rates, affecting water bills starting in 2026.

Information shared in an informational water rate negotiations recap flyer passed out during the Struthers City Council's regular meeting on Wednesday outlines what agreement was made between the City of Struthers and Aqua Ohio.

Effective on January 1, 2026, residents of Struthers will see a 5.0% increase in water rates. Another 5.0% rate increase will take place on January 1, 2027.

Beginning in 2028, residents of the city would then see a 5.25% increase in water rates, effective on January 1 in 2028, and again in 2029.

On average, the water rate increases will raise water bills by roughly $3.

Lori Goman, First Ward Councilwoman of Struthers, spoke with 21 News, i

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