Greenfield to raise water and sewer rates in 2026

Hurt leaders wrestle with numbers to keep water rate in compliance

By Debra Ferrell

Greenfield to raise water and sewer rates in 2026

GREENFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - The City of Greenfield is increasing water and sewer rates for next year. Greenfield Savings Bank to open new Easthampton branch Starting January 1st, 2026, water rates will increase by 9.5 percent. Sewer rates will then go up 9.7 percent. The city says the increases are necessary to sustain its operating budget, retained earnings, and capital expenses. They also state that these increases are required to support…