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Residents of Exeter Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania have raised concerns over the proposed rate increase by Pennsylvania American Water. The company has requested a $168.7 million increase for all water and wastewater operations. This has led to a significant outcry on social media, with many residents banding together to file complaints with the Public Utility Commission (PUC). The proposed increase would see a typical water bill for residential usage of 3263 gallons a month rise from $81.55 to $95.27, and a typical wastewater bill for residential usage of 3164 gallons a month increase from $109.50 to $119.50. The residents have until January 13, 2026, to file a formal complaint. The news has been widely discussed on social media platforms, with a particular focus on a Reddit thread…