Water conservation led to increase in water rates in Pleasanton, California
3/24/2022 1:38:57 PM
CATEGORIES:
Business & Industry
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Society & Public Health
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Pleasanton, CA
Start Date: 10/15/2021
- End Date: 12/31/2022
Stricter water conservation in Pleasanton starting in October 2021 has resulted in a usage reduction of 18%-22% and cost the water utility an estimated $3.2 million in revenue, which has drawn down the city’s financial reserves and risked its ability to finance an upcoming fix for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) chemicals.
Starting May 1, the city will increase its water rates and charge Stage Two Water Drought Rates, tacking on $0.65 per 100 cubic feet of water to single-family home water bills. Commercial and multi-family homes will see an added $0.62 per 100 cubic feet charge, and irrigation water users will see an added $0.65 per 100 cubic feet charge.
This is the first time that Pleasanton’s drought rate activation has been used. Charges for May-June water use will appear on the July bill.
Livermore Independent (Calif.), March 24, 2022
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