San Diego must raise water rates 44% over 4 years, officials warn

San Diego must raise water rates 44% over 4 years, officials warn

A new analysis says water rates in San Diego must go up another 44.2% between 2028 and 2031 even though the City Council agreed in October to raise them a cumulative 31.3% this year and next. If the council ends up approving additional hikes that large when they come to a vote next year, the cumulative six-year rate increase would amount to more than 90%. The 54-page analysis, which was presented to the council Monday, also says sewer rates must…