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Calgary's Bearspaw South Feeder Main has experienced two significant failures since June 2024, leading to disruptions and prompting Mayor Farkas to commit to extensive repairs funded by residents. The initial repair cost was $38.2 million, with ongoing expenses still undetermined, while the city's 2026 budget allocates $1.1 billion for water utility projects, resulting in a 6.2% increase in water rates. The rise in offsite levies for water distribution, which have surged over 80% since 2021, is also affecting housing and commercial construction costs.