The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is recommending a 6% increase for water rates in 2019 and a 6% increase for water rates in 2020. With shortages looming on the Colorado River, we must build the infrastructure needed to pump and move alternative water supplies to portions of our distribution system normally served with Colorado River water. The rate increase will also provide funding for resources needed to invest in rehabilitation and replacement of the pipes, treatment plants, pumps, reservoirs, and wells that ensure reliable delivery of the city's drinking water. For more information, visit www.phoenix.gov/water.
