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San Diego Council Reconsiders Major Water Rate Hikes

10/28/2025

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The San Diego City Council will revisit a proposal to raise water rates 63% and wastewater rates 31% over four years.
The plan was delayed in September after public backlash.
The increases reflect costs from the San Diego County Water Authority and the Pure Water project, which recycles sewage into drinking water.
The council must decide whether to approve the increases presented as essential to maintaining Public Utilities Department's operations.

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Story summary

The San Diego City Council will revisit a proposal to raise water rates 63% and wastewater rates 31% over four years.
The plan was delayed in September after public backlash.
The increases reflect costs from the San Diego County Water Authority and the Pure Water project, which recycles sewage into drinking water.
The council must decide whether to approve the increases presented as essential to maintaining Public Utilities Department's operations.