Local homeowners might get sticker shock when they open their utility bills in the new year.
Kenora city council has received a report which suggests that sewer and water rates should increase 10 percent a year for the next six years.
Mayor Dave Canfield says one way they might be able to reduce rates is to increase the number of customers on the system.
The report suggests the sewer and water system is seriouly underfunded and higher rates are needed to pay for upgrades to the infrastructure.