Public hearing in Hopland to address proposed 40% water rate increase

The Hopland Public Utility District will hold a public hearing this week on a proposed 40% water and 25% wastewater rate increase that would help pay for aging infrastructure, inflation costs and a utility relocation program. 

The district prepared a study examining operational costs, water and wastewater treatment, facility replacements and upgrades, and other factors, according to a notice sent by the district to residents.