Each year there are many state and federal studies indicating that thousands of water and sewer systems may be too old to function properly. ‘May be’ is too soft. The fact is, there are many systems across the nation in dire need of repair, upgrading or total replacement. Over time, the cost will approach a half trillion dollars, just to get systems up to standard so failures can be avoided.
The reality is that Americans pay very little for sewer and water services and resist the slightest tax or fee increase. As with other aspects of American life, when asked if they would rather have safe, secure and ample water or low taxes, citizens answer, “Yes!”
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