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San Jacinto River Authority approves budget, water rates for fiscal year 2026-27
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· August 27, 2026
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Key points As part of the budget, the Groundwater Reduction Plan rates will remain unchanged, while the raw water rate is set to increase. The San Jacinto River Authority has approved its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which starts on September 1.
The San Jacinto River Authority has approved its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which starts on September 1. As part of the budget, the Groundwater Reduction Plan rates will remain unchanged, while the raw water rate is set to increase. The budget was presented by the authority's controller, who noted that the focus was on maintaining high levels of service rather than generating revenue.
The authority has nine divisions, each with its own separate budget. Further details on the budget, including the breakdown of operating revenues for each division, are available from the San Jacinto River Authority.
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Published: August 27, 2026 ·
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