How are water rates determined?

Water rates are developed through a comprehensive cost-of-service study that examines the water rates to the actual cost of providing water service. To determine the appropriate rate structure for Tustin, the City’s water rate consultant, Raftelis Financial Consultants, reviewed the current rate structure and consumption data along with ongoing operational, maintenance, capital and bond obligations to determine the new rate structure approach.

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1. I heard water rates changed in Tustin. Can you explain this to me?
2. How do I sign up for Autopay?
3. Did flat fees for meter sizes change, too?
4. Why did water rates increase?
5. How are water rates determined?
6. How was the public notified of the increase?
7. How often are water rates increased?
8. What is the incentive to conserve now that the tiered-rate structure is gone?
9. How is my water payment used?
10. What is Proposition (Prop) 218?
11. Why did the City move from a tiered-rate approach to a fixed-rate approach?
12. What can I do if I can’t pay my bill?
13. Where can I get more information?
14. Where can I pay my bill online?