Montecito board votes to start Prop 218 process for sweeping sewer rate increase

Apr 9, 2026

After months of study, the Montecito Sanitary District board approved a resolution of intent to set a Prop 218 hearing and begin a 45‑day protest period for a proposed multi‑year sewer rate increase driven by deferred capital needs and a planned new plant.

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The Montecito Sanitary District board voted April 8 to adopt a resolution of intent that will start the Prop 218 protest period and set a hearing on a proposed sewer‑rate package meant to fund major capital needs.

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