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This page provides an update on the status of the LCRA rate increase and the departments response to the issues raised by many citizens. Please note that August 22nd is the date of the hearing to vote on this matter. Should the rate increase pass, work has already begun on the preparation of petitions and a program to appeal this matter. Please continue to send letters to the LCRA in oppositon to this matter. For Additional information about the increase, you may go to the LCRA website http://www.lcra.org/water/utilities.html |
- Where Do I Vote?
Early voting for the Bee Cave City Council elections begins Monday, April 30th and continues on weekdays through Tuesday, May 8th. Voting hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (except lunch, 12-1 p.m.) at the City Hall, 13333A Hwy 71 West, Phone # 767-6600. Extended voting hours, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. will be available on Tuesday, May 8. Election Day is Saturday, May 12.
You can also early vote in the LTISD School Board Election at the Bee Cave City Hall. On election day , May 12th you will have to go to the Lake Pointe Elementary School to vote for the LTISD candidates. -
The Resolution dated July 12,2007. - Bee Cave City Council Passes Resolution Opposing IncreaseJuly 12, 2007 Bee Cave City Council passed a resolution opposing the LCRA rate increase.
Click Here To Read Full Resolution - Final LCRA Rate LetterClick Here for the LCRA Rate Letter
- Revenues Shortfall by LCRA Service RegionsClick Here for the Revenue Sheet
- LCRA Proposed IncreaseCurrently, the LCRA is considering a two phased increase to the water and wastewater rates. The vote will take place in Austin on August 22nd at the LCRA board meeting. Letters concerning this can still be sent and you are welcome to attend the meeting. Please continue to watch this site and the LCRA update page for more information.
The LCRA responses to consumer comments have been posted. Just click on the LCRA rate increase tab for more information.
Additionally, various communities and their members have joined together in preparation for an appeal should it become necessary, Your support in this matter will be requested at the approriate time should a petition and appeal be required. Please continue to watch the site for updates. - Response to Customer ConcernsLCRA has received a number of comments and suggestions from customers and public officials regarding the proposed West Travis County water and wastewater rate increases.
Click Here for the Full Response to the Customers - Impact Fees in the West Travis County Regional SystemMany water and wastewater utilities, including LCRA, charge new customers an impact fee. These are the comments prepared by the LCRA regarding this issue.
Click Here for the Full Article on Impact Fees
