The water and sewer rates for the City of Great Bend are based on an average of usage from November through January to avoid including the seasonal high usage during the summer months. This is a good deal for homeowners who wash their cars and water their lawns when it is warm. However, for Terry Esfeld and his business, Great Bend Livestock Company, it is not so good.
Great Bend firm granted adjusted sewer rates
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