Episode
San Jose Utility Bills Rising
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- Jun 17, 2026
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- 101
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Summary
San Jose residents brace for higher trash and water bills starting July 1st, with garbage fees up 7% for single-family homes and 4% for multi-family units, plus a 4% water rate hike and 3% sewer increase — all driven by soaring operational costs like fuel and labor. While officials say these adjustments fund critical infrastructure and public health protections, many residents, especially low-income families and landlords, are sounding the alarm, calling the increases painful and unsustainable. A typical household could see an extra $7.63 monthly on trash alone, pushing bills over $116. City council members are pushing for cost controls and efficiency, but reserve funds won’t cover waste disposal gaps this year. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b93bada58f425458