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Downey council initiates Prop 218 process for water rate adjustments to fund PFAS plant
Summary
After a consultant presentation showing the city has not raised water rates in 10 years and faces large capital needs including an estimated $127 million PFAS treatment plant, the Downey City Council unanimously directed staff to initiate Proposition 218 proceedings and community outreach on proposed water‑rate adjustments.
The Downey City Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 25‑8326 and initiate Proposition 218 proceedings to consider adjustments to the city’s water rates. The action follows a presentation by consultant Steve Gagnon of Raftelis and a staff briefing from Public Works Director Matt Baumgartner.
Gagnon told the council the city has not raised water rates for about 10 years and faces rising operating and capital costs,…
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