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Needles council accepts water and wastewater rate study, starts Prop 218 comment period
Summary
The council accepted a consultant’s August 2025 water and wastewater cost‑of‑service study and adopted proposed rate adjustments (water ~3% annually; wastewater ~6% annually) and initiated a 45‑day Prop 218 public comment period ahead of formal adoption for 2026–2030.
The City of Needles accepted a comprehensive water and wastewater cost‑of‑service ratemaking study and initiated the 45‑day Prop 218 public comment period before adopting rates for 2026–2030. City Manager Patrick Martinez said the study aligns rates with projected operating costs and capital needs and was developed in consultation with city staff and an ad hoc committee.
Consultants told the council the recommended schedule includes…
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