Proposed Water Policy Amendments (Senior Discount and Bill Forgiveness)
Albany
Summary
The Albany Water Board voted to rescind both the Senior Discount Program and the Backwater Valve Grant Program, ending specific utility fee reductions and grant funding for residents.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
Ends financial relief and grants for eligible senior residents and property owners.
The Water Board experiences reduced program expenditures.
Senior citizens and property owners relying on backwater valve grants.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Water Board (Regular) - Jun 26, 2026
The Albany Water Board voted to rescind both the Senior Discount Program and the Backwater Valve Grant Program, ending specific utility fee reductions and grant funding for residents.
Water Board (Regular) - May 21, 2026
The board postponed proposed changes to customer policies regarding senior discounts and water bill forgiveness until June to allow more time for review.
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