San Antonio City Council Considers SAWS Rate Hike Proposal

San Antonio, TX, October 8, 2026 —

San Antonio residents may see an increase in their water bills if a proposal currently before the City Council is approved. The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) has put forth a plan that includes four years of consecutive rate increases.

The proposal, if enacted, would directly impact the monthly water costs for individuals and households across the city. Specific details regarding the percentage or dollar amount of the proposed annual increases were not immediately available.

The San Antonio City Council is tasked with reviewing and voting on such financial proposals affecting city services. The timeline for the four-year period of rate increases has not been specified, nor has the exact start date for these potential hikes. The reasons behind the proposed rate adjustments by SAWS were also not detailed in the information provided.

Currently, the proposal is under consideration by the City Council. The outcome of their deliberations will determine whether SAWS customers will face higher water bills over the next four years. Further information regarding the specifics of the rate increases and the council’s decision-making process is anticipated as discussions continue.

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