CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) -- Clovis residents could soon be paying more for water.

City leaders say they will propose a rate increase in January 2026.

They say it's necessary to cover infrastructure costs and to continue providing reliable, efficient water service to customers.

The proposal involves a process that will include public hearings and an opportunity for residents to file protests.

While specific dates for those hearings have not yet been set, leaders say they will take place during Clovis City Council meetings early next year.

The last water rate hike in Clovis happened in 2019 and included increases to trash pick-up and recycling.

This new proposal only affects water service.

The proposed increase has not been finalized but in November, the city council was presented with

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