Utility rates, bag fees, food and gas prices — what's your breaking point? | Seattle Times Newspaper: "Seattle residents could see a 29 percent increase in garbage rates and an 18 percent increase in water rates next year. Seattle Public Utilities says rates need to go up to keep up with inflation and rising fuel costs and pay for a new table-scrap recycling service.
The proposal comes as city residents struggle with a slowing economy, inflation and rising costs for food and fuel. Seattle voters will also be asked to approve three tax increases on the Nov. 4 ballot to fund new parks, Pike Place Market repairs and more light-rail service.
What are your thoughts on the proposed increases?"
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