Utility shutoff policy for county special districts
Imperial County, California
Summary
Four county-run districts can now cut and cap water or sewer service to customers more than 30 days delinquent — with required hardship payment plans under state law — to stop paying residents from subsidizing non-payers.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Aims to recover unpaid rates that paying residents currently subsidize; disconnection and lien costs are a factor.
Ratepayers who pay their bills and the districts' financial health.
Delinquent customers, though state-law hardship protections and payment plans apply before any shutoff.
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