Clovis Residents Face First Water Rate Hike in 17 Years

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Water customers in Clovis, California may soon see their first water rate hike since 2009, as the city says inflation and rising operational costs have prompted consideration of a Proposition 218 rate increase. Clovis has scheduled public information meetings, including a final session on April 8 before an April 20 public hearing on the proposed rate changes.

Why it matters

Water rates are a sensitive issue for residents, and Clovis has avoided increases for nearly two decades. The proposed hike reflects broader economic pressures facing municipalities as they work to maintain aging infrastructure and keep up with rising costs.

The details

Clovis has not raised water rates since 2009, but city officials say inflation and the need for infrastructure improvements have made a rate increase necessary. The city is following the Proposition 218 process, which requires public hearings and notifications before any rate changes can be implemented.

• Clovis has not had a water rate increase since 2009.
• The next public information meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2026.
• A public hearing on the proposed rate hike is set for April 20, 2026.

What’s next

After the April 20 public hearing, the Clovis City Council will vote on whether to approve the proposed water rate increase.