2025 Water Rate Study

The El Monte Water Authority maintains an extensive system of water infrastructure including water production and distribution facilities that deliver potable water to approximately 3,500 service connections and covers about 17.6 percent (17.6%) of the City’s population.  The water system infrastructure (Water Enterprise) is leased from the City by the Water Authority. The Water Enterprise consists of six (6) groundwater wells, two (2) reservoirs with a total capacity of 1.2 million gallons, three (3) emergency connections to neighboring purveyors and forty-six (46) miles of water distribution lines.

In order to keep up with inflation and fund the replacement of underground assets through capital improvement projects, rates need to be reviewed periodically and increased as needed.

For any increase to water rates, the City and the Water Authority must follow California Proposition 218 requirements, which include evaluating the cost to provide service, a public notification and public hearing. 

El Monte 2025 Water Rate Study Report

Public Hearing Notice

Public Hearing Notice (English)

Public Hearing Notice (Spanish)

Public Hearing Notice (Vietnamese)

Public Hearing Notice (Chinese)

FAQ'S

Frequently Asked Questions

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETINGS

If you have questions about the proposed charges or your water service, the public is encouraged to participate in public workshops hosted by City staff. The content will be the same at both sessions.

Public Workshop 1
Monday, November 17, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
TBD

Public Workshop 2
Tuesday, November 18th, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
TBD

MASTER LIST

Mailing list

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OF INTEREST

The public is encouraged to learn more about their water services and how rates are determined, California Proposition 218 requirements, and how the rates you pay are an investment in our critical infrastructure.

September 24, 2025 - Council Meeting Item 14.3 Public Hearing Request
Council Meeting Agenda
Council Meeting Minutes

Proposed Adjustments to Water Rates and Charges
Public Hearing December 10th, 2025, 6 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard

The City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 6 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at El Monte City Hall – East, City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte 91731 to consider proposed increases to the water rates. Please view the FAQ's for more information on how you can be part of the process.

As the City conducts financial planning for its water rate review, we invite the community to learn more and provide input. Submit comments and questions via email to dnguyen@elmonteca.gov or call the Public Works Department at 626-580-2016.