Marietta Water and the Cobb Water System increased their rates, citing higher wholesale water and wastewater treatment costs and infrastructure pass-through charges from regional providers.
According to the City of Marietta’s announcement, the increases are tied to adjustments from the Cobb County–Marietta Water Authority and the Cobb County Water System, according to Marietta city officials. Customers will see the updated rates reflected on their February bills.
For the average residential customer, the combined increase in Marietta will be approximately $3.05 per month…