2023 Rate Process
TVWD mission is to provide customers with reliable, resilient, and safe water. Water rates support this mission by paying for ongoing maintenance and operations of your water system. These rates are how TVWD delivers water to homes and businesses every day, year-round for public health, fire protection, cooking, and many other uses.
Rate Increase
TVWD proposed a phased water rate increase. The initial increase of $15.53 per month for a typical single-family residence took effect on November 1, 2023. The second increase, to take effect on November 1, 2024, will be and additional $15.04 per month for a typical single-family residence. Water bills will vary based on meter size and individual usage.
The TVWD Board of Commissioners adopted the rate increase on September 20.
Water Rates Open House PowerPoint Presentation
Water Rates Open House Virtual House Video:
TVWD carefully manages your water system and your water rates. We understand it can be challenging for some customers to keep up with utility bills, including their water bill. Several programs are offered to help those who are struggling to pay, including conservation tips, flexible payment arrangements and an emergency assistance program.
Making Generational Investments in Your Water System
Water rate increases are essential to fund current improvement projects throughout TVWD’s service area. These investments will protect your water system for future generations:
- Complete the seismically resilient Willamette Water Supply System, an additional regional water supply source.
- Improve the ability of your water system to withstand major earthquakes and other emergencies.
- Replace aging water pipes, reservoirs, and pump stations.
Learn More about Your 2023 Rates
Customers were encouraged to learn more and provide comments to the TVWD Board. There were several ways to participate:
- Virtual Open House #1
- Wednesday, August 2 2023, 12:00 pm
- Watch the Open House recording here | PowerPoint Presentation
- In-Person Open House
- Saturday, August 5 2023, 9:00-10:30 am
- TVWD Headquarters: 1850 SW 170th Avenue, Beaverton
- Board of Commissioners Meeting – Public Hearing
- Wednesday, August 16 2023, 6:00 p.m.
- TVWD Headquarters: 1850 SW 170th Avenue, Beaverton
- Virtual Open House #2
- Thursday, August 17, 6:00 p.m.
- Watch the Open House recording here
Comments on the Proposed Rates
Comments were accepted until August 24, 2023 at 4:00 pm and were included in the public record.