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LowWater Utilities
2026 Water Supply Assessment
Even in a hot, dry-year scenario the city projects a 14% water surplus (34% with conservation), and it will stay in Stage 2 conservation — good news for water reliability and rates.
1 mentionLast discussed Jun 9, 2026
MediumWater Utilities
Water rates and fund transfers
A phone caller challenged the council over a cumulative doubling of water rates over a decade and the transfer of $15 million from the water fund to cover staff pay increases.
3 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed May 12, 2026