Summary
Sonoma Water reported on tank rehabilitations, drought-resilience wells, aqueduct corrosion protection, and a 20-year master plan — with continued rate increases expected to cover deferred maintenance.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Apr 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
An $80 million ten-year tank rehabilitation program; residents will continue paying higher rates to address deferred maintenance.
Santa Rosa residents and other water contractors benefit from a more reliable, resilient water system.
Ratepayers face continued water rate increases.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — April 21, 2026
The regional wastewater system's preliminary budget totals about $86 million across operations, capital, and debt service, with partner agencies' shares up just under 1%. Big projects include Laguna treatment plant flood protection and Geysers pump station upgrades.
City Council — March 24, 2026
The regional water wholesaler wants an 8.21% wholesale rate hike, which will likely flow through to water customers. The Council endorsed it and directed its representative to vote yes at the April 6 WAC meeting.
City Council — February 24, 2026
Sonoma Water reported on tank rehabilitations, drought-resilience wells, aqueduct corrosion protection, and a 20-year master plan — with continued rate increases expected to cover deferred maintenance.
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