Proposed budget maintains City of Statesville’s tax rate, calls for increases in water and sewer rates

Amherst proposal calls for 20% spike in water, sewer fees

AMHERST — Town Manager Paul Bockelman is proposing sizable increases in water and sewer rates, which if adopted would add $211 to the $1,033 annual bill for an average homeowner.

Proposed budget maintains City of Statesville’s tax rate, calls for increases in water and sewer rates

BY DONNA SWICEGOOD Statesville City Manager Ron Smith presented the city’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 to the City Council on Monday evening. The spending plan calls for maintaining