How do drought conditions affect my water use and utility bill?

The extreme drought conditions this summer (especially compared to last year’s wet summer) has led to more water use. Even with the city’s elevated lawn watering restrictions (which did not go into effect until July 27), residents likely used more water on lawns and for outdoor activities compared to 2020 and several preceding years.

Residents may have entered the next level of the city’s water conservation tiered rate structure during this recent period of higher use due to drought.

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1. I received a new water meter from the city. Why did my water bill increase?
2. How do drought conditions affect my water use and utility bill?
3. Am I able to verify water usage on my own with my water meter?
4. My water usage seems high; how should I check for leaks?