New Water Prices and Fees for Manasquan Reservoir
Official: N.J.A.C. 7:11-4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, and 4.7 – Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Debt Service Assessments for the Sale of Water from the Manasquan Reservoir Water Supply System
Reading: This document sets water utility rates and debt service assessments for the Manasquan Reservoir system; it contains no climate, clean-energy, environmental protection, or emissions-related policy action.
The new rates went into effect following this official adoption notice.
In clear language
New Jersey has updated the prices and fees for water supplied from the Manasquan Reservoir to customers in the region. These changes include adjustments to regular water charges and special assessments for maintaining the water system's debt. The new rates went into effect following this official adoption notice.
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Who does this affect?
- Residential customers who receive water from the Manasquan Reservoir Water Supply System
- Businesses and commercial properties in areas served by the Manasquan Reservoir system
- Water utility districts and municipalities that purchase water from the reservoir
- Industrial users relying on water from this supply system
What can you do?
- Check your water bill to understand how the new rates apply to your household or business
- Contact your local water utility if you have questions about the specific rate changes in your area
- Review the full rule adoption document at the provided NJ DEP link for detailed rate schedules
Timeline
- 2024-07-15
No New Jersey official has a verified action on this policy yet.
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