#water rates

Olowalu residents fear failing crops, fire risks if water company raises rates dramatically

Olowalu Water Company wants to increase annual revenues by 325%, which residents say would make it nearly impossible to afford water for farming.

Kapalua residents oppose water rate increases and other new charges

Hawai’i Water Service says it’s losing money at current rates, which have been in place for 17 years, and has spent nearly $33 million to improve the Kapalua system since 2021.

Hotels, highest residential users could see higher water rates as county tries to conserve more amid drought

Maui County is hoping increased rates as high as 25%, along with stricter measures that include limits on when people can water their lawns during a shortage, will curb water usage.

Bill seeks reduction in Ag Water Rates for Molokai Homesteaders

A bill seeking a reduction in agricultural water rates for irrigation users on Molokai advanced in the state legislature. House Bill 1483 is designed to provide relief to homestead farmers on the Friendly Isle.