The Dalles Mayor Steve Lawrence says a recent report by the City of Hermiston showing water and sewer rates in The Dalles are substantially higher than in other Eastern Oregon cities should trigger a renewed discussion on the subject.  Lawrence pointed out he needs more information to put the Hermiston report in context, saying he needs to know if the comparision numbers are based one the same factors.  Lawrence noted population projections used to determine plans for water and sewer upgrades a number of years ago do not seem to be coming true, and that needs to be considered along with how the City actually funds those improvements.  He also says the City’s bond rating was recently upgraded, and that was partially due to the large amount of reserves they have.