Fort Smith, Ark. – The Fort Smith Board of Directors has approved an annual 3.5% sewer rate increase, set to begin on June 1, 2025.
The decision, made during a February 21 meeting, followed a public hearing earlier in the month, where residents had the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.
The rate adjustments will continue each year through 2030 and are aimed at funding Consent Decree projects, maintaining water utility operations, and covering debt service.
City officials have provided an online calculator for residents to estimate their future bills.