Public Hearing and Deadline to Protest Proposed Sewer Rate Increase
Event: Public Hearing and Deadline to Protest Proposed Sewer Rate Increase
Date: Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM (Public Hearing)
Protest Deadline: 5:00 PMLocation: Los Angeles City Hall, 200 North Spring Street, Room 340, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Description:
The City of Los Angeles is proposing a significant increase in sewer service charges, which would double the current rates over the next four years. This proposed rate hike, beginning with a 22% increase in October 2024, will impact residents and businesses across the city. The proposed increase totals $700 million over four years, doubling the average monthly cost for many ratepayers.
Concerns:
- Lack of transparency and public outreach.
- Insufficient opportunity for ratepayers to review and comment on the proposed increase.
- No independent third-party review or analysis.
What You Can Do:
Submit a Written Protest:
- Click [HERE] to print the Proposition 218 Protest Form.
- Complete the form and mail it to:
- City of Los Angeles
- Office of the City Clerk, Election Division
- 555 Ramirez Street, Space 300
- Los Angeles, CA 90012
- Deadline: Must be received by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024.
Attend the Public Hearing:
- Date: Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: Los Angeles City Hall, 200 North Spring Street, Room 340, Los Angeles, CA 90012
- Note: Oral comments at the hearing will not count as written protests.
Additional Information:
The Greater Toluca Lake Neighborhood Council (GTLNC) has passed a resolution opposing the proposed sewer rate increase. You can view their resolution [HERE].
Make your voice heard—submit your protest in writing and consider attending the public hearing to stand with your neighbors against this rate increase.