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Arvada’s Utility Business Manager, Chris Gray, talks through 2026 annual water, wastewater, and stormwater rate changes and how the City prioritizes projects that keep these services reliable 24/7, 365. 

In this episode: 

• 2026 rates and fees for water, sewer, stormwater services
• What a typical household can expect in 2026, and how Arvada rates compare to our neighbors
• Understanding funding sources, and the enterprise model, not taxes, that fund the operational and capital costs for services
•  Billing upgrades coming in 2026: online bills and autopay

See past presentations to City Council and more information about planning for and funding water, wastewater, and stormwater services on the Utilities Transparency webpage. 

News & Events:

• W. 72nd Avenue widening project from Kipling to Oak beginning in early 2026, see the project website for more information
• Cold weather shelter network information and resources
• Christmas tree recycling at Stenger Sports Complex, 6:30am to 5:30pm, 7 days a week, Dec. 26 to Jan. 19

Visit us at arvadaco.gov/podcast or email us at [email protected].