PHOENIX — Utility rates in Mesa could rise by less than $6 a month for most households, officials announced Tuesday.

Residents and businesses have 60 days to review the Mesa City Council’s notice of intent to adjust utility rates and share feedback.

After hearing feedback from the community, the Council will reconsider the adjustments in November. A final vote is scheduled for Dec. 1.

If the proposed utility rate hike in Mesa is approved, residents would start paying these higher costs on Jan. 1, 2026.

Why could utility rates in Mesa rise soon?

This is part of the city’s routine fiscal strategy. It’s aimed at keeping utility rate hikes small and predictable, rather than large and abrupt, according to the announcement.

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