Hearings on Sierra Madre Water and Sewer Rate Increases Start Aug. 14

The City of Sierra Madre will be considering increasing water and sewer rates for city customers in October and leading up to that decision will be holding a series of public hearings.

The hearings will focus on the city's finances for the water and sewer department, necessary capital investment in public infrastructure and other topics related to the possible rate increases.

Below, from the city's website, is the schedule of hearings and topics that will be discussed at each meeting:

Wednesday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m. - City Hall Council Chambers, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Water and Sewer Department's Budget, Finances, and Bond Debt

Monday, August 26 at 6:30 p.m. - Maintenance Yard, 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd.
"State of System" - Capital and Long Term Master Plan, Sewer & Water System Needs

Saturday, September 14 at 9:00 a.m. - Maintenance Yard, 621 E. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Water System, "How Water Gets to Your Tap". This tour will involve walking on unpaved and uneven surfaces.

Monday, September 30 at 6:30 p.m. - City Hall Council Chambers, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Preview of the Water & Sewer Rate Study

Thursday, October 10 at 6:30 - City Hall Council Chambers, 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Conclusion and Highlights from all Previous Meetings