MEETING NOTICE

The City of Santa Ana is holding a Virtual Town Hall to discuss proposed changes to water, sewer, and recycled water rates. City staff will explain Proposition 218, outline proposed rate changes, and answer your questions live.

Time: February 12, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

Location: Online via Zoom (link will be available day of meeting)

Building a Resilient Water and Sewer System for all of Santa Ana

The City of Santa Ana is proud to provide safe, reliable water, sewer, and recycled water services that support our community and protect public health and the environment. To continue delivering these essential services, the City must invest in replacing infrastructure and prepare for future challenges.

To keep these essential services strong, the City of Santa Ana regularly reviews water, sewer, and recycled water rates to ensure they reflect the real cost of maintaining and improving the system today and into the future. An independent financial expert helps guide this process so the City of Santa Ana can plan responsibly, invest in critical infrastructure, and keep rates fair and reasonable for residents and businesses over the long term.

The 2026 Water and Sewer Rate Study identified several key factors driving potential updates to water, sewer, and recycled water rates, including:

  • Maintaining and replacing aging water and sewer infrastructure

  • Preparing for emergencies such as droughts, storms, and new regulations

  • Moving forward with critical improvement projects that strengthen the system

For most single-family households, the proposed changes would result in a modest monthly increase and help prevent larger increases in the future.

Ongoing investment in water, sewer, and recycled water infrastructure helps ensure reliable service, protects public health, and keeps Santa Ana’s system strong for generations to come. Any proposed changes would be reviewed through a public process before taking effect.