Apopka mayor blames proposed water, sewer, and garbage rate hikes on higher costs 

Apopka residents could see higher utility bills this fall as city leaders weigh a proposal to raise rates for water, reclaimed water, sewer, and garbage services. Mayor Bryan Nelson explained that the St. Johns Water Management District is requiring Apopka to tap into a deeper aquifer for its water supply. That move, he said, means new treatment costs.