County water officials said Thursday that financial challenges they face may force them to substantially raise rates for wholesale water next year, a move that would lead to higher water bills across much of the county.
For more than 80 years, the Water Authority and its 22 member agencies have worked together to deliver safe and reliable water to sustain our economy – from biotech and farming to tourism and outdoor sports.
People in San Diego are already feeling higher costs from food, housing and electricity. Now, water rates will also soar.
This week, the San Diego City Council voted to approve a 5.5% water rate increase.
