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The Municipality owns and operates Forbes Lake Water Utility. Water rates are currently $3.63/1000 gallons of water consumed and pollution control rates are currently $3.61/1000 gallons. The meter base charge is currently $42.46. Water billings take place four times (4) annually following the end of each quarterly period of:

First Quarter Billing Ending Date:
Ward 1 – February 28th
Ward 2 – December 31st
Ward 3 – January 31st

Second Quarter Billing Ending Date:
Ward 1 – May 31st
Ward 2 – March 31st
Ward 3 – April 30th

Third Quarter Billing Ending Date:
Ward 1 – August 31st
Ward 2 – June 30th
Ward 3 – July 31st

Fourth Quarter Billing Ending Date:
Ward 1 – November 30th
Ward 2 – September 30th
Ward 3 – October 31st


The interest rate charged on overdue accounts is 15% annually and are applicable on pollution only.

*** Accounts that remain unpaid six months after the billing date will receive a notice advising that unless payment is received or arrangements made, the water will be shut off. ***

If you are a new resident of New Glasgow and require a water hookup, are moving and require a disconnect, or have questions regarding meter readings, please call 902-755-8335 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

If you have a question concerning payments or have not received your bill, please call the Town Office at 902-755-7788 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it