The State of Water Affordability
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2021
Level
City or Town, County
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Community Development, Environment & Natural Resources, Health
Cities across the country are struggling to maintain and update aging infrastructure while keeping water affordable, particularly for their most vulnerable households. This brief highlights recommendations for replicable solutions that will work within the regulatory environment. Best practices include collaborative relationships between mayors and utility leaders, peer-to-peer networks, and cross-city coordination for assistance programs like SNAP and TANF.