Residents, farmers, business owners, and community advocates are calling on the public and local media to attend and cover the upcoming Nevada Irrigation District (NID) public hearing on its proposed water rate increase, scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2026.
The hearing will take place at:
Nevada Irrigation District Board Room 1036 West Main Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Public hearing begins at 9:00 a.m.
The proposed rate increase has generated significant concern across Nevada County and Placer County foothill communities, where many residents, agricultural producers,
and rural property owners rely on NID water for homes, farms, and fire protection. Community members are urging the public to attend, ask questions, and make their voices heard regarding the potential financial impact of the proposal.
Organizers are also encouraging local television, radio, print, and digital media outlets to provide coverage of the hearing due to the widespread public interest and long-term impact on ratepayers.
The May 27th hearing is expected to draw strong public attendance as customers seek answers on:
- How much rates may increase
- How the proposal will impact residential and agricultural customers
- Why the increase is being proposed now
- What alternatives were considered
- How the decision could affect long-term affordability and local economic stability
- Local residents and stakeholders are encouraging all affected customers to attend in-person, submit comments, and stay informed on the proposed changes
- NID must account for widespread discrepancies between those who received a water rate increase and those who expected, but did not receive notice
Members of the press are strongly encouraged to attend and cover this public hearing. Visual coverage, interviews with impacted residents, and on-site reporting will help inform the broader community about one of the most consequential local cost-of-living issues currently facing NID customers.
Nevada County Farm Bureau & Placer County Farm Bureau