Elk Point residents could see water rates increase by roughly $6 to $8 a month as the city moves closer to connecting with Clay Rural Water.

City Administrator Derek Tuttle told the City Council during its Oct. 6 meeting that the project has received a $16 million grant, along with a $730,000 State Revolving Fund loan at 3.75% interest. With that funding in place, city officials say the long-discus…