The US Department of Labor reports the Consumer price Index has fluctuated between 2.5 and 3.5 percent over the past three years. No forecast calls for 5% annual growth.
In 2016, Social Security benefits did not increase at all.
A plea from the public to "have mercy on the Novato seniors who are struggling financially to pay their bills and stay in their homes" was "heard" by some North Marin Water District Board Members on Tuesday night but they went deaf when they voted unanimously in favor of the rate hike.
Many seniors in Novato are struggling financially to stay in their homes, pay their increasing taxes and day to day bills.
North Marin Water District (NMWD) as they do every year, increased their rates. This time by 5%.
The establishment has financially attacked the underdog again.