From California Post · · 1m 10s
Mayor Karen Bass pauses LA utility shutoffs
LA mayor stops water and electricity cuts for residents unable to pay bills.
In brief
LA mayor stops water and electricity cuts for residents unable to pay bills. LA mayor Karen Bass paused utility shutoffs for customers who can't pay bills amid rising costs. Originally reported by California Post.
Mayor Karen Bass pauses utility shutoffs
LA mayor Karen Bass ordered a pause on utility shutoffs through the end of the year for customers unable to pay bills amid skyrocketing rates.
Bass urges affordable payments
Bass told customers to pay what they can afford now, noting running air conditioners has been a necessity for many.
LADWP provides usage info
LADWP will provide every residential customer with information about electricity and water usage starting next month.
Sewer rate hikes approved
The Los Angeles City Council approved sewer rate hikes in September 2024 with increases scheduled through 2028.
Monica Rodriguez votes against hikes
Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez voted against higher sewer service fees because Angelenos can’t afford another rate hike.
“i voted against higher sewer service fees because angelenos can’t afford another rate hike.”
Canter’s Deli bill spikes
Canter’s Deli’s LADWP bill jumped nearly $10,000 in months to more than $34,000.
Co-owner rejects leak explanation
Co-owner Jacqueline Canter said everyone’s bill has gone up so water leaks aren’t an excuse.
“everybody’s bill has gone up so that’s no excuse about a water leak.”
The headline
LA mayor Karen Bass paused utility shutoffs for customers who can't pay bills amid rising costs.
