City Council

16. City Council: Staff recommends that the City Council hold a public 25-909 hearing and adopt resolutions approving the following rate adjustments for calendar years 2026 and 2027: · A 6% average increase in City water rates in both 2026 and 2027 · A 4% average increase in City wastewater rates in both 2026 and 2027 · Increases to the City Watershed Protection Charge · Increase to Fire Protection Line Service Charge per connection. · Adjustments to external water agency pass-through costs from the San Diego County Water Authority and Metropolitan Water District A) Mayor opens public hearing B) Mayor requests disclosure of Councilmember and constituent contacts and correspondence C) Clerk presents correspondence and/or petitions D) Testimony beginning with John McKelvey, Principal Management Analyst E) Recommendation - adopt resolutions