A proposed rate increase would add $2.90 to the base bill amount for City of Cave Spring water and sewer customers. The potential fee changes include an additional $1 per month for garbage collection, bringing the monthly garbage rate portion of the bill to $19.50. The City’s garbage provider increased its rates by 4.3% on February 1, 2026. The potential change in fees was discussed as part of the 2027 budget review during the June 2, 2026 work session. Overall, the proposed water budget will increase from $1.665M to $1.696M. Much of that increase is related to software upgrades and replacement water meters. The City needs to replace 1,600 meters. To date, only about 170 to 180 have been replaced. Fireworks Funding Request The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has requested that the City contribute $3,000 toward the purchase of fireworks for this year’s Liberty Day. The DDA has already committed $5,000 to fund the display. The City's contribution would come from the hotel/mo...