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Buffalo Water Authority customers will see a new quarterly 'Infrastructure Improvement Charge' of $15 as part of a $400 million, six-year plan to address aging infrastructure. Water bills have increased by 7.5% to help fund this initiative, prompted by recent water main breaks.

Deputy Mayor Benjamin Swanekamp highlighted the critical need for investment due to federal regulations, estimating costs over $1 billion. The average increase for residents is projected at $96 annually, with options for low-income and senior residents.