Published on January 7, 2026
EL PASO, Texas - At the request of the Mayor and City Council, El Paso Water will host a series of community meetings across the city to explain its proposed water and wastewater rate increase and to answer questions from customers about how the proposal could affect their monthly bills.
City leaders understand that many residents have questions and concerns about the proposed increase and its potential impact on household budgets. These meetings are intended to provide clear, factual information about the proposal, explain why the increase is being considered, and give residents an opportunity to speak directly with El Paso Water staff.
ABOUT THE PROPOSED RATE INCREASE
El Paso Water has proposed a rate increase as part of its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget. If approved, stormwater fees would not increase and the typical residential water and wastewater bill would increase by $9.99 per month, a 12% increase over last year’s bill.
According to the utility, the proposal reflects higher operating costs, aging infrastructure that must be maintained and replaced, regulatory requirements, and long-term investments needed to ensure reliable water and wastewater service for the community.
The proposed increase has not been approved. Final approval authority rests with the Public Service Board (PSB), which oversees El Paso Water operations.
Community input is a key part of the process, and feedback shared at these meetings will be provided to the Public Service Board as it considers the proposed rates.
COMMUNITY MEETING SCHEDULE
All community meetings will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with formal presentations beginning at 6 p.m.
Monday, January 5
- Marty Robbins Recreation Center - 11620 Vista Del Sol Drive
- West Side Command Center - 4801 Osborne Drive
Tuesday, January 6
- Armijo Recreation Center - 700 E. 7th Ave.
- Upper Eastside Command Center - 14301 Pebble Hills Blvd.
Wednesday, January 7
- Wayne Thornton Recreation Center - 3134 Jefferson Ave.
- Northeast Command Center - 9600 Dyer St.
Thursday, January 8
- Valle Bajo Recreation Center - 7380 Alameda Ave.
- Mission Valley Command Center - 9011 Escobar Drive