Rates for Apache Junction Water District customers within the city limits will increase approximately 2.3% for FY 2025-26, which translates to a bill increase of approximately $1.75 a month for the average customer using less than 7,500 gallons per month.

Rates for customers living in the county will increase approximately 4.8%, which translates to a bill increase of approximately $4.30 a month for the average customer using less than 7,500 gallons per month, according to a release.

The increase is part of the annual budget and rate-setting process, which includes a review of operating expenses and equipment replacement costs impacting the rate adjustment. The rate schedule is available online at www.ajwaterdistrict.org or upon request. The new rates went into effect July 1 and were approved by the water district board June 17.

This year, major improvements to the water system will include:

• The drilling of a new water production well;
• The design and construction of additional pumps at booster station II;
• The purchase of an advanced water purification pilot trailer;
• And the design and construction initiation of a water district office.

The Apache Junction Water District is committed to providing safe and reliable drinking water to its customers. With this commitment comes the responsibility to ensure that infrastructure improvements are made and that the water system remains fiscally sustainable, the release states.

The Apache Junction Water District makes every effort to minimize rate adjustments and their potential impact on customers, and prioritizes the development of an annual budget that is balanced, reasonable and fiscally responsible, it states in the release.

For information, the Apache Junction Water District can be reached at 480-982-6030.