A big problem in this area is the public-run sewer systems, usually run at the township level. Many municipalities have sold to the big private water/sewer comp

A big problem in this area is the public-run sewer systems, usually run at the township level. Many municipalities have sold to the big private water/sewer company, who immediately raised the rates by double or more. Naturally, the outcry was that these 'greedy' corporations are taking people to the cleaners. In reality, the formerly public ran sewer was horribly managed. Maintenance and capital expenses were deferred from day 1, and now the bill is coming due. The bill from the private Corp accurately captures the ongoing maintenance and capital reserves, which the local gov just kicked the can down the road to avoid pissing off the voters.