CPUC Public Forums for Suburban Water Systems Rate Case

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Published March 16th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is holding public forums for customers of Suburban Water Systems to provide comments on the company's rate case. Suburban Water Systems is requesting an approximate 40 percent revenue increase from 2027 to 2029 to cover rising costs and infrastructure replacement.

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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has announced public forums to gather customer input on Suburban Water Systems' rate case application. The water utility is seeking a revenue increase of approximately 40 percent, phased in from 2027 to 2029, which would result in an estimated $32.26 monthly increase for the average residential customer. The requested increase is intended to fund rising operational costs and the replacement of aging infrastructure.

Customers are encouraged to attend in-person or virtual forums to voice their opinions. Written comments can also be submitted via the CPUC's Docket Card. While no official action will be taken at these forums, public comments are crucial for the CPUC's decision-making process. The forums are scheduled for April 13-15, 2026, with specific details provided for virtual and in-person attendance. Specialized accommodations can be requested in advance.

What to do next

Review Suburban Water Systems' rate case application and proposed revenue increase.
Attend or submit written comments during the public forums (April 13-15, 2026) or via the Docket Card.
Assess potential impact of the proposed rate increase on affected customers.

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CPUC To Hold Public Forums for Suburban Water Systems Rate Case

March 16, 2026 - San Francisco - The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is holding Public Forums for customers of Suburban Water Systems to provide comment on the company’s rate case, as follows:

Webcast (view only): www.adminmonitor.com/ca/cpuc/ |
| April 14, 2026
(in-person) | 6 p.m. | Walnut City Hall Council Chambers
21201 La Puente Rd.
Walnut, CA 91789 |
| April 15, 2026
(in-person) | 2 p.m. | Buena Park City Council Chambers
6650 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90621 |
**** About the Proceeding Suburban Water Systems is requesting an increase in revenue of approximately 40 percent from 2027 to 2029. If approved, the average residential customer using 12 CCF (1 CCF equals 748 gallons of water) per month would see an increase of $32.26 on their monthly bill phased in over a three-year period:

2027: 19.41 percent increase
2028: 8.91 percent increase
2029: 8.15 percent increase Suburban Water Systems’ rate case application to the CPUC says the increase in revenue would pay for rising costs and the need to replace aging infrastructure. The water utility serves 300,000 customers throughout Southern California.

The CPUC welcomes attendance and comments at the Public Forums (formally called Public Participation Hearings), as public comments help the CPUC reach an informed decision.

While a quorum of Commissioners and/or their staff may attend the Public Forums, no official action will be taken on this matter.

How to Make Comment

Attend or Call-In: Join the CPUC in-person at a Public Forum and sign-up upon arrival to make comment; or call-in to make comment at the virtual Public Forum.
Submit Written Comments: Submit your comments anytime, and read the comments of others, on the Docket Card for the proceeding under the Public Comments tab.
Specialized Accommodations
If specialized accommodations are needed to attend, such as non-English or American Sign Language interpreters, please contact the CPUC’s Public Advisor’s Office at least five business days in advance of the Public Forum you plan to attend:
Email: public.advisor@cpuc.ca.gov
Toll-free phone: 866-849-8390
More Information
Ruling Setting the Public Forums
Proceeding Documents and Public Comment Portal (Docket Card)
Public Forum Webpage
Sign up to Receive Electronic Updates on CPUC proceedings

About the California Public Utilities Commission **** The CPUC regulates services and utilities, protects consumers, safeguards the environment, and assures Californians access to safe and reliable utility infrastructure and services. Visit www.cpuc.ca.gov for more information.

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