Water service on the Monterey Peninsula could become more expensive next year. How much more expensive is a matter of debate.
California American Water is asking for an average statewide rate hike of over ten percent in 2021. Bills would then increase by about 3.5% in each of the following two years.
Cal-Am says the average residential bill will go up about $16 over three years.
The advocacy group Public Water Now, however, claims that current and pending taxes and surcharges could lead to a 40 percent increase in residents’ water bills.
Cal-Am denies this and says the company has its rate proposal includes any charges.
The California Public Utilities Commission must approve any rate hike. At a public hearing last night, it appeared a decision will come near the end of this year.
