Apopka approves 15.5% rate increase on water, wastewater, reclaimed water in 2026

The Apopka City Council on Wednesday evening approved an increase in its rates for water, wastewater and reclaimed water.

Rates will climb 15.5% in 2026, 9% in 2027 and 6% each in 2028 and 2029.

What you need to know:

• The Apopka City Council on Wednesday evening approved a surge in the city's water, wastewater and reclaimed water rates
• The increase will be 15.5% in 2026, 9% in 2027 and 6% each in 2028 and 2029
• The update in rates needed to be reflected in the budget for Apopka's next fiscal year 

Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson said the increase was needed so the city can fix its budget and work on projects.