Great Barrington residents voice concerns about major water increase

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People in Great Barrington got the chance to voice their opinion on a price hike for water.

A nearly 120% increase is coming to Housatonic Water Works customers, NewsChannel 13’s media partners at The Berkshire Eagle report.

The price hike comes after persistent water quality issues within the system.

This is in the best interest of the town, the town said.

Residents could speak at a hearing last night held by the State Department of Public Utilities at Monument Mountain Regional High School