Didyou Know CITY OF WINDOM How Do Windom Utllities Make Rate Adjustments? Every five years an independent consultant completes a rate study for the Electric Department. These findings are the basis for rate and\or class adjustments. Wastewater rate increases the past four years were approximately 4.25% per year to help pay for the debt service on the new plant. In 2022, the increase will be just 1.25% to cover the cost of inflation for chemicals. Water rates are reviewed annually. Rates have increased about 2% annually the last few years to match operational costs. Typically, rate changes become effective in January\February each year. Analysis with peer groups and cities show that Windom's rates compare favorably, which is good news for our users. 507-831-6129 | 444 9th Street | Windom Didyou Know CITY OF WINDOM How Do Windom Utllities Make Rate Adjustments? Every five years an independent consultant completes a rate study for the Electric Department. These findings are the basis for rate and\or class adjustments. Wastewater rate increases the past four years were approximately 4.25% per year to help pay for the debt service on the new plant. In 2022, the increase will be just 1.25% to cover the cost of inflation for chemicals. Water rates are reviewed annually. Rates have increased about 2% annually the last few years to match operational costs. Typically, rate changes become effective in January\February each year. Analysis with peer groups and cities show that Windom's rates compare favorably, which is good news for our users. 507-831-6129 | 444 9th Street | Windom