Notice of Water Rate Increase
Notice of Water Rate Increase
In accordance with State Statue at a publicly noticed meeting on May 14, 2026, the Board of Directors for the Lake Creek Metropolitan District considered increasing the District's water rates effectiveon or after June 15, 2026. After discussion on the severe drought conditions and review of the 2026 Budget and future years' needs, the Board voted to increase the water usage rates. Irrigation Season rates were eliminated in 2023. The additional revenue will help offset increased operations costs. Tap and Plant Investment Fees remain unchanged.
Download full Resolution below:
LCMD Res# 2026-04 Water Rates Increase Resolution 06-12-2026.pdf
REVISED FEES EFFECTIVE ON AND AFTER JUNE 15, 2026
| WATER USER FEE | |
|---|---|
| Tier Level | Fee Amount |
| Tier 1 (Base Fee): First 10,000 gallons per month per SFE | $81.00 per SFE |
| Tier 2: Next 30,000 gallons per month above Tier 1, regardless of the number of SFEs | $8.00 per 1,000 gallons |
| Tier 3: Next 30,000 gallons per month above Tier 2, regardless of the number of SFEs | $15.00 per 1,000 gallons |
| Tier 4: Next 30,000 gallons per month above Tier 3, regardless of the number of SFEs | $20.00 per 1,000 gallons |
| Tier 5: Any gallons per month above Tier 4, regardless of the number of SFEs | $30.00 per 1,000 gallons |