SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 04/24/2025

CONCERNING PROPOSED CHANGES TO WATER, FIRE and NON-POTABLE (RECYCLED) WATER RATES AND SERVICE CHARGES

Public Hearing: Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District • 560 Magnolia Avenue, Beaumont, CA 92223

TO: Property Owner or Tenant:

In accordance with Assembly Bill 2257 (AB 2257) and Proposition 218, the Beaumont-Cherry
Valley Water District (BCVWD) is considering adjustments to water service rates. This
supplemental notice provides information about the proposed changes, your rights, and the
procedures for submitting objections.

Proposed Rate Adjustments:
BCVWD proposes to adjust water service rates to ensure the continued delivery of reliable and
high-quality water services. Detailed information regarding the proposed rates, including the
basis for calculation and reasons for the adjustments, is available in the Public Hearing Notice
on our website at https://bcvwd.gov and in the Cost of Service Study available at
https://bcvwd.gov/water-rate-study/

Public Hearing Details:
A public hearing will be held to discuss and, possibly, adopt the proposed rate adjustments:
􀁸 Date: April 24, 2025
􀁸 Time: 6:00 PM
􀁸 Location: BCVWD Board Room, 560 Magnolia Avenue, Beaumont, CA 92223

The Board of Directors will conduct a Public Hearing to consider, and, possibly, adopt proposed
increases to water rates and service charges. The proposed adjustments will be applicable to all
parcels that receive water service from BCVWD. The Board may continue the hearing without
further written notice.

Accessing the Rate Study:
The draft comprehensive rate study supporting the proposed adjustments is available for review
on our website at https://bcvwd.gov. Physical copies will also be available for review at the
BCVWD office during regular business hours: Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Did you know?
According to state law, BCVWD cannot charge more than the actual cost of providing water
service. As a not-for-profit government agency, BCVWD is not legally allowed to make a profit.

Submitting Written Challenges:
Property owners and tenants may submit written Proposition 218 challenges to the proposed rate adjustments. To be considered, objections must:

1. Be submitted in writing before 5 p.m. on April 9, 2025.
2. Include your name, property address, and a clear statement of the grounds for your challenge to the proposed rate
   adjustments.
   
   Please mail or hand-deliver written challenges to:
   
   Beaumont-Cherry Valley Water District
   Attn: Executive Assistant
   560 Magnolia Avenue
   Beaumont, CA 92223
   
   Faxed or emailed challenges will not be accepted.
   
   Timely objections will be presented to the Board of Directors for consideration prior to or during the Public Hearing.
   
   Important Note:
   Failure to submit a written challenge before the April 9 deadline, or to submit a protest before the close of the public hearing may result in the forfeiture of your right to legally challenge the proposed rate adjustments.

Contact Information:
For questions or additional information, please contact the BCVWD office at (951) 845-9581 or visit our website at https://bcvwd.gov. We encourage your participation in this important process to ensure the continued provision of quality water services to our community.