Common Council has approved a motion put forward by Bruce Court for the city manager and solicitor to look into the idea.
Court is wondering when the yearly increases will come to an end saying it's going to be tough for a good many Saint Johnners.
Municipal Works Commissioner Paul Groody says the problem is the water system in the city has been taken for granted for far too long and the city is playing catch up.
City Manager Pat Woods says he will look into it but notes there could be legal complications with that sort of plan.
