New water rates are proposed

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor During the March 8, meeting of the Mamou Town Council, a proposed ordinance to set new water rates was introduced. Under the proposed ordinance, the base fee for in town customers would be $27 for the first 2,000 gallons used, with a $3.95 additional fee per additional 1,000 gallons used. For residential out of town customers, the base fee would be $44 for t…