Along with the recent increases in electric and gas services, the cost for water and sewer service in Ciudad Juarez is scheduled to go up in January 1997. The City Water and Sanitation Department (JMAS) announced they are still trying to decide just how much it will increase. However, they mentioned, they will try to keep it to a minimum to have the least effect on family spending. Meanwhile they are recommending that consumers limit their water usage to the least amount necessary.
In Chihuahua, since May 1995, there has been a 16% increase in the water rates. The 36 Municipal Boards in Chihuahua maintain that they will look at income and spending, which include the proposal for raising rates for operations, when approving a figure.
Source: El Norte