Montgomery County Just Made a Secret Change to Your Water Bill—Here’s How to Protect Your Wallet Now
A hidden rate hike approved in Montgomery County is quietly adding $8 to $15 to your monthly water bill, starting next billing cycle. Consumer watchdog groups discovered the change buried in a 47-page county budget document. Households using more than 5,000 gallons per month will see the steepest increases, just as summer sprinkler demands peak. Check your latest statement for the line item labeled "infrastructure surcharge"—if you see it, you can appeal by calling the county consumer affairs office within 30 days. One local mom already saved $120 by filing a form she found online.