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Why Did Akita City Decide to Drastically Raise Water Rates by an Average of 32% for the First Time in 31 Years? The Crisis Facing the Water Supply Business Caused by Population Decline, Aging Infrastructure, and Rising Prices
Akita City has decided to raise water rates for the first time in 31 years. Against the backdrop of declining revenue due to population decrease, aging infrastructure, and rising prices, the city has embarked on a major revision to maintain its water and sewage services. This article explores the burden necessary to ensure a safe water supply for the future and the reasons behind it. On September 28th, the Akita City Council passed an amendment …
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Akita City has decided to raise water rates for the first time in 31 years. Against the backdrop of declining revenue due to population decrease, aging infrastructure, and rising prices, the city has embarked on a major revision to maintain its water and sewage services. This article explores the burden necessary to ensure a safe water supply for the future and the reasons behind it. On September 28th, the Akita City Council passed an amendment …