Pasadena Water and Power proposes 7% average electric-rate increase; council to consider March 23

Pasadena Water and Power presented proposed electric-rate adjustments at a March 2 City Council meeting following a nearly two-year rate study and public engagement process.

The proposal would result in about a 7% system-average increase. City officials said roughly 63,000 customers would see little change — an increase or decrease of less than $10 depending on usage. According to the presentation summary, the proposed changes are intended to help cover rising equipment costs and upgrades to the city’s aging power grid.

David Reyes, identified in the report as general manager of Pasadena Water and Power, is quoted as saying the change is needed “to keep the electric system reliable for years to come.” The public comment period is open; the City Council is expected to close the hearing and consider approval on March 23.

No vote or final decision was recorded in the segment; the council action is scheduled for a future meeting. Residents seeking details and to submit public comment were directed to the materials and comment links provided by the utility.