Mayor Opposes 15% Water Rate Hike For Proposed TAP Program
Published on October 05, 2026
Mayor John Laesch is opposing a proposed 15 percent water rate hike ($18 per water bill) for a Text-a-Physician program being advanced by State Representative Barbara Hernandez, citing concerns over automatic enrollment, increased water bills, and unanswered questions about the program's medical safeguards, privacy protections, and legal liability.