L.A. City Council President Paul Krekorian at City Hall.
Los Angeles City Council approves sewer service rate hikes starting in October
The Los Angeles City Council has approved a 22% increase in sewer service rates, starting in October, 2024, with gradual increases planned through 2028. This move, made to address aging infrastructure, passed by an 11-3 vote. However, some council members, such as Monica Rodriguez, Kevin de León, and Heather Hutt, opposed the hike, concerned about its financial impact on property owners and businesses. The ordinance still requires approval by Mayor Karen Bass and must comply with Proposition 218, which mandates public hearings and notifications to property owners.