Summary
Adopting the water management plan, Cole warned that climate change threatens the imported water Pasadena depends on for 40-60% of supply, and pushed for more Raymond Basin recharge, conservation, and recycling — which could also lower rates.
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Met water costs a premium over basin water; more local recharge could reduce rate pressure.
Residents gain long-term water security and potentially lower rates.
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City Council Meeting: (Audio Description) - Jun 15, 2026
Adopting the water management plan, Cole warned that climate change threatens the imported water Pasadena depends on for 40-60% of supply, and pushed for more Raymond Basin recharge, conservation, and recycling — which could also lower rates.
City Council Meeting: - Jun 15, 2026
Adopting the water plan sparked a sober discussion: climate change threatens the imported water Pasadena relies on for 40–60% of supply. Members agreed to push basin recharge, conservation, and stormwater capture, and to raise it regionally.
City Council Meeting: - Feb 9, 2026
Councilmembers asked that groundwater replenishment be added to the legislative platform, noting 40% of the city's water comes from the basin and replacement water is more expensive.
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