Good news for El Campo residents! Water and sewer rates may not increase, but there might be a tax rate and other fee hikes. The budget planning is on hold until Wharton County Central Appraisal District corrects property evaluations. The Utility Fund has enough to avoid sewage increases. Garbage fees tied to Texas Disposal Systems’ contract will go up by 76 cents per month for standard users. The Transportation User Fee for road work is recommended to rise. Civic Center rental fees will increase for various improvements. The tax rate might go up to fund staff pay raises. Final evaluation numbers will determine the actual rate, and sales tax revenue could help.