1. Agricultural water rates proposed to increase 8% for FY 2026-27, from $43.00 to $46.50 per acre-foot. Staff recommended raising the agricultural groundwater production charge, translating to roughly $0.58 more per month per acre (assuming 2 AF/year usage). The agricultural rate remains set at 9.25% of the lowest M&I rate (Zone W-8), well below the Board's 10% policy cap. The committee discussed the proposal and provided feedback but did not vote to endorse the charges; the Board is expected to adopt final rates on May 12, 2026. The Open Space Credit continues to cover over 90% of the full cost of service for agricultural water customers, projected at a $16 million benefit in FY 27 and growing to nearly $30 million annually over the next decade.
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