Summary of Water and Sewer Rates
The Groveland Community Services District (GCSD) is committed to providing safe, reliable water and sewer services to our community. As part of the multi-year rate plan adopted by the GCSD Board of Directors on June 18, 2025, following the Proposition 218 process, the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 water and sewer rate increases became effective on July 1, 2026.
These annual adjustments help ensure the District can continue to operate, maintain, repair, and improve its water and sewer infrastructure while providing reliable service to our customers.
Water
Monthly Fixed Rate for Water
This charge provides for the fixed annual costs of operating the buildings, grounds and facilities of the District, irrespective of the quantity of water used or occupancy status.
| Meter Size | Monthly Fixed Rate Charge |
|---|---|
| 5/8 x 3/4" | $57.40 |
| 3/4" | $57.40 |
| 1" | $88.53 |
| 1.5" | $166.36 |
| 2" | $259.75 |
| 3" | $508.79 |
| 4" | $788.97 |
| 6" | $1,567.24 |
Water Consumption (Variable Rate) Charges for Water
This charge provides for the variable costs of operation and maintenance of the systems, directly proportional to the amount of water used.
| Gallon Used per Month | Usage Charge per Gallon |
|---|---|
| Baseline Usage: 0 - 3,300 | $0.01571 |
| Peak Usage: >3,300 | $0.03049 |
Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs) are major investments in the District's water and sewer infrastructure that help ensure safe, reliable service for years to come. These projects include replacing aging water and sewer lines, rehabilitating storage tanks and pump stations, upgrading treatment facilities, improving fire hydrants, and constructing new infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements and the community's future needs.
While routine maintenance keeps existing systems operating day to day, CIPs address larger improvements that extend the life, reliability, and resiliency of the District's utility systems.
| CIP Improvements | FY 2026-2027 |
|---|---|
| 5/8 x 3/4" | $15.57 |
| 3/4" | $15.57 |
| 1" | $24.90 |
| 1.5" | $40.47 |
| 2" | $54.48 |
| 3" | $96.41 |
| 4" | $121.39 |
Sewer
Monthly Fixed Rate for Sewer
This charge provides for the fixed annual costs of operating the buildings, grounds and facilities of the District, irrespective of the quantity of water used or occupancy status.
| Residentail | $169.02 |
|---|---|
| Commercial | $88.68 |
Sewer Consumption (Variable Rate) Charges for Sewer
This charge provides for the variable costs of operation and maintenance of the systems, directly proportional to the amount of water used.
| Residential | N/A |
|---|---|
| Commercial | $0.01872 |
Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs) are major investments in the District's water and sewer infrastructure that help ensure safe, reliable service for years to come. These projects include replacing aging water and sewer lines, rehabilitating storage tanks and pump stations, upgrading treatment facilities, improving fire hydrants, and constructing new infrastructure to meet regulatory requirements and the community's future needs.
While routine maintenance keeps existing systems operating day to day, CIPs address larger improvements that extend the life, reliability, and resiliency of the District's utility systems.
| Past Sewer Capital Improvement Projects Debt Service** | $11.25** |
|---|---|
| Future Sewer Capital Improvement Projects Debt Service | $12.40 |
**Not applicable to Groveland/Big Oak Flat accounts not tributary to Lift Station 7.
FY 2025/2026 Water & Sewer Rate SheetWater
Monthly Fixed Rate/Minimum Charge for Water
This charge provides for the fixed annual costs of operating the buildings, grounds and facilities of the District, irrespective of the quantity of water used or occupancy status.
| Meter Size | Monthly Fixed Rate Charge |
|---|---|
| 5/8" x 3/4" | $45.56 |
| 3/4" x 3/4" | $45.56 |
| 1" | $70.26 |
| 1 1/2" | $132.03 |
| 2" | $206.15 |
| 3" | $403.81 |
| 4" | $626.17 |
| 6" | $1,243.84 |
Water Consumption (Variable Rate) Charges for Water
This charge provides for the variable costs of operation and maintenance of the systems, directly proportional to the amount of water used.
| Gallons Used per Month | Usage Charge per Gallon | Usage Rate Category |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 3,300* | $0.01247 | Baseline Usage Rate |
| > 3,300 | $0.02420 | Peak Demand Usage Rate |
Sewer
Monthly Fixed Rate/Minimum Charge for Sewer
This charge provides for the fixed annual costs of operating the buildings, grounds and facilities of the District, irrespective of the quantity of water used or occupancy status.
Sewer Consumption (Variable Rate) Charges for Sewer
This charge provides for the variable costs of operation and maintenance of the systems, directly proportional to the amount of water used.
| Residential Fixed & Usage Charges | Commercial Fixed & Usage Charges | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Fixed | $146.97 | $88.68 |
| Monthly Volume Charge | N/A | $0.01872 per gallon of metered water |
Debt Service
The District has incurred debt (e.g. revenue bonds) to purchase, upgrade or replace capital improvements such as storage tanks, water and sewer lines, and treatment facilities. Debt is generally repaid on a semi-annual basis over a period of 20 to 30 years. The District collects monthly service fees to repay these bonds.
2021 Water Debt Service (formerly called the 2013 Water Debt Service and 2014 Water Debt Service)
The District issued the 2021 Water Revenue Refunding Bond dated December 8, 2020 in the amount of $3,594,320 with an interest rate of 2.35% to refinance the remaining balance on the Water Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series A, 2013 Installment Sale Agreement and Series B, 2014 Installment Sale Agreement. Payments are due semi-annually in July and January. Final maturity for Series A is July 10, 2026 and July 10, 2027 for Series B. The refunding reduced the District’s debt service loan amount by $126,733.
2019 Wastewater Debt Service (formerly called the 2014 Wastewater Debt Service)
The District issued the 2019 Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bond (2019 Wastewater Refunding) dated December 10, 2019 in the amount of $1,906,811 with an interest rate of 2.840% to refinance the remaining balance on the Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014 bond (2014 Wastewater Revenue Refunding). Payments are due semi-annually on July 10 and January 10. Final maturity is on July 20, 2026. The refunding reduced the District’s debt service loan amount by $483,155 and provided for an economic gain (difference between the present value of the old and new debt service payments) of approximately $71,543 in aggregate savings through the end of the loan term in 2026.
| Debt Service | Fixed Monthly |
|---|---|
| 2021 Water Debt Service | $15.57 |
| 2014 Wastewater Debt Service | $20.42 |
Monthly Fixed Rate Totals
| Water* | Sewer | Water & Sewer Service | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Fixed Rate/Minimum Charge | $45.56 | $146.97 | $192.53 |
| 2021 Water Debt Service | $15.57 | $15.57 | |
| 2014 Wastewater Debt Service | $20.42** | $20.42 | |
| Total Fixed Monthly Rate | $61.13 | $167.39 | $228.52 |
* Based on 5/8" meter size.
** Not applicable to Groveland and Big Oak Flat accounts not tributary to Lift Station 7.
