Last year to pay for 13 cubic feet, it was $13.42, this year the price has jumped to $25.72. Many residents reported bills of $200 to $300 more than they expected due to a new pricing tier.
McCusker explained that they have been readjusting rates to make it more affordable for those using less water. However, in readjusting the lower rates, other rates were raised, in some cases doubled, to balance things out.
Castle's bill doubled from the previous year, going from around $200 in July 2023 to around $400 this year. "It's eclipsing the electric bills," Castle said.
Cal Water has stated that residents will see on average a 1.8% increase... This rate change is affecting San Carlos, San Mateo, and South San Francisco.
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