Vernal City will be increasing the monthly base utility rates starting in March 2021. The rate will increase $1 a month for sewer and $2 a month for water for residential and small commercial users. The rate change is due to cost increases charged to the City for water treatment at the Central Utah Project plant, wastewater treatment and Steinaker improvements. The large commercial meter base rate and the water overage rate also increased. The City’s internal operation costs have remained constant for many years. Vernal City continues to provide clean, fresh and safe water to the residents and businesses within the City limits and works to incorporate efficiencies and cost-cutting measures when practical.