Small Georgia Town Faces 500% Water Bill Increase As Neighboring City Passes Repair Costs To Residents

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Friday, October 24th, 2025

Jennifer Barron has watched her water bill more than double in a year. Soon, it could cost more than her electricity.

The Ivey resident received a warning from her mayor last week: Water and sewer rates could increase by 400% to 500% in the near future. For Barron, whose bill already climbed from $70 to as much as $170 monthly, the math is devastating.

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