Skip to content The purpose of this page is to provide greater transparency into the history and evolution of FCLWD’s rates. By sharing key milestones and decisions that have shaped our rate structure over time, we aim to give customers a clear understanding of how and why rates have changed. This transparency helps ensure that our service population is informed and confident in the decisions made by the District to maintain reliable, high-quality water service. As we continue to grow and adapt to the community’s needs, this timeline will be regularly updated to reflect any future changes or adjustments.
The FCLWD Board of Directors evaluates our rates each year, working closely with the FCLWD team to ensure that rates remain cost-effective while staying aligned with our mission to provide sustainable, high-quality, secure and reliable water to our community. We are committed to transparency in all of our rate-setting decisions, and our rates remain competitive—often lower than those of most regional municipalities and in line with other special districts in the area. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our contact page or call us at (970) 226-3104. We are here to provide clarity and support.
FCLWD used a uniform pricing model. This model was becoming outdated because some customers were placing greater demand on the system. Additionally, the region was experiencing rapid growth, and the District wanted to ensure that growth paid its own way.
Raftelis completes an independent rate study recommending that FCLWD transition to a cost-of-service pricing model to prepare for the future and develop a smart and dependable water portfolio.
The recommendations to transition to a cost-of-service pricing model went into effect.
The Board approves a 4% rate increase for 2021.
The 4% rate increase takes effect.
Another 4% rate increase takes effect.
Raftelis delivers a new independent rate study recommending a 50% rate increase, to be distributed over several years, to cover the gap between current revenue and projected cost of service.
In light of Raftelis’ recommendations, the Board opts for and implements a 5% rate increase to avoid such an abrupt and significant rate increase.
To address the projected deficit, the board approves and implements a 30% rate increase for 2025.
The 30% rate increase for 2025 is implemented.
FCLWD included a billing insert in all paper bills with a graph demonstrating how FCLWD rates compare to surrounding municipalities and water districts. The same graph was posted on social media and on our website.
Responding to public feedback on rates, the Board holds the earliest rate hearing to date, completing the public rate hearing on September 23.
Following additional internal review and the 30% increase in 2025, the District determined that a 10% increase in 2026 would be sufficient to maintain operations and continue improving our infrastructure responsibly for the next year.
The 10% rate increase for 2026 is implemented.
The FCLWD Board of Directors evaluates our rates each year, working closely with the FCLWD team to ensure that rates remain cost-effective while staying aligned with our mission to provide sustainable, high-quality, secure and reliable water to our community. We are committed to transparency in all of our rate-setting decisions, and our rates remain competitive—often lower than those of most regional municipalities and in line with other special districts in the area. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out via our contact page or call us at (970) 226-3104. We are here to provide clarity and support.
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