Higher water rates for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
4/26/2024 12:50:59 AM
CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Los Angeles County, CA
Orange County, CA
Riverside County, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
San Diego County, CA
Ventura County, CA
Start Date: 4/8/2024
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Recent drought in California has left water users still conserving and using less water than prior to the drought. Water sales were historically low during the drought when restrictions on water use were mandatory. Less revenue from water sales, combined with higher labor and financing costs led the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California to raise the water rate for its customers from San Diego through Ventura County in early April.
Ventura County Star (Camarillo, Calif.), April 25, 2024
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