There’s a steady drip of opposition to a proposed 28 percent rate increase by Tennessee American Water Co.
On Wednesday, the Hamilton County Commission put its opposition in writing, passing a resolution asking the Tennessee Regulatory Authority to hold hearings in Hamilton County and to ultimately reject the company’s request.
“This legislative body … feels that such an additional increase at this time would be detrimental to many of the citizens of Hamilton County,” the resolution states.
Last month, the Chattanooga City Council also went on record against the increase.
The company wants to raise rates by $4.68 a month for residential customers using 4,153 gallons of water.