MADISON (WKOW) — Residents in Madison may soon see an increase in their water bills.

Madison Water Utility has proposed a rate hike due to rising operating expenses and increased investment in infrastructure.

The total increase in water revenues requested is $8,263,502 which will result in an estimated overall rate increase of 14.8 percent over the water utility’s present revenues.

If the request is granted, the water charge for an average residential customer with a ⅝-inch or ¾-inch meter who uses 4,000 gallons of water per month will increase from $33.90 to $40.50, or $6.60 per month.

During a public hearing on Tuesday, some residents expressed their concerns.

"I think it's ridiculous that an organization that is trying to provide a public service is allowed to increase prices at su

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