County sues city of Bakersfield over sewer rate increase

County sues city of Bakersfield over sewer rate increase

Kern County filed a lawsuit against the city of Bakersfield Monday, alleging a violation of the state constitution regarding the city’s recent increase to its sewer system.

Kern County files lawsuit against City of Bakersfield over sewer rate increase

The County of Kern announced a lawsuit Monday against the City of Bakersfield, prompted by the recent approval of the city's 5-year sewer rate plan that would leave taxpayers with the bill.The county said in a press release that, despite continuous efforts to work alongside the city to create a more "affordable and balanced solution", legal action to protect the best interests of all Kern County residents was necessary.According to the press rel…