Gloucester utilities project $788,000 shortfall; supervisors weigh 14% rate increase and reserve options Director Katie Legg told the board that FY26 operating expenditures are outpacing revenue and she projects a roughly $788,000 shortfall. Supervisors discussed rate increases (13–14% proposed), using development funds, borrowing options for key waterline projects, and establishing stronger utility reserves.

Gloucester County faces a staggering $788,000 shortfall in utility funds, prompting talks of a potential 14% rate hike and urgent measures to stabilize finances.

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