Mukwonago residents make a plea not to have their water bill hiked

Mukwonago residents are facing a potential 65% increase in their water bills, which would cost most families hundreds of dollars more per year.

Dozens of residents attended a public hearing at Mukwonago Village Hall on Wednesday to voice concerns about the proposed rate hike before the Wisconsin Public Service Commission, which will decide whether to approve the increase.

The increase would add significant costs for families already struggling with expenses. One single mother said her bill would increase by $320 per year, while another resident estimated their annual increase at $448.

"That is a huge increase for families. That is not sustainable," Mike Roberts said. "I encourage the commission, based on that reasoning, not to allow this increase."

Some families are already taking cons