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The Council discussed concerns about a proposed 11% water rate increase tied to rising costs from Springfield Water and Sewer, but did not make a final rate decision. Members also approved $2.1 million in transfers from Free Cash, including $800,000 for the Mapleshade Elementary School roof replacement, $250,000 for capital stabilization, and $100,000 for ambulance overtime.
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Residents may face a significant water bill increase, although the final FY27 rate decision was scheduled for May 26. Council members discussed temporarily using retained earnings, delaying projects, or seeking additional state support to reduce the increase while water quality concerns remain. The Council also approved funding for ambulance overtime, a school roof project, employee retirement obligations, capital reserves, and other prior-year expenses.
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