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SVCE electrification grant left out of budget

Vice Mayor Walia pressed hard on why a $493,000 SVCE grant awarded a year ago never appeared in the budget as a CIP project. Staff said costs and scope are still being worked out; her motions to add it failed 2-2, though staff agreed to bring the project forward June 17.

1 mentionLast discussed May 20, 2026

MediumWater Utilities

Valley Water Rate Increases

Council Member Zhao reported Valley Water is proposing 9.1% annual rate increases for FY 2027-2030 and 7.4% after — roughly $5.63 more per person per month starting July 2026.

1 mentionLast discussed Apr 15, 2026