SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - The Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) will host a public hearing on the proposed reorganization of the Sacramento Suburban Water District (SSWD) and Del Paso Manor Water District (DPMWD) on Wednesday, March 5, at 5:30 p.m.

Public Hearing Details:

Date: March 5, 2025

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Location: Sacramento County Board Chambers, 700 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Virtual Access: Live stream available at metro14live.saccounty.gov

Local Agency Formation Commission, the agency that oversees changes to local government structures, will review the proposed reorganization and accept public comments before making a decision. The purpose of the public hearing is for Local Agency Formation Commission to consider approving the reorganization by dissolving Del Paso Manor Water District and annexing the Del Paso Manor Water District service area into Sacramento Suburban Water District with or without conditions. You can attend in person, virtually, or submit written comments in advance. Comments will be included in the official record for consideration by Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission Commissioners. Visit saclafco.saccounty.gov for details.

Background: In May 2024, Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission adopted a Resolution of Intent to Dissolve Del Paso Manor Water District. Reorganization could provide Del Paso Manor Water District with financial stability while Sacramento Suburban Water District is well-positioned to integrate Del Paso Manor Water District customers and staff while providing financial protection for both districts. 

If approved: 

Governance and Name: The reorganized district will retain the name Sacramento Suburban Water District with a five-member Board of Directors that includes incumbent Sacramento Suburban Water District Directors.

Debt and Liabilities: Ratepayers within their respective service areas will continue to be responsible for any debts and liabilities.

Assets Transfer: Certain assets will be used exclusively for the benefit of ratepayers within their respective service areas.

Separate Water Systems: The Del Paso Manor service area will operate separately with its own rates, fees, and charges until sufficient rehabilitation and replacement of its water system have been completed.

Advisory Committee: A Del Paso Manor Advisory Committee will be created and responsible for reviewing proposals and making recommendations to the Sacramento Suburban Water District Board for Capital Improvement Projects within the DPM Service Areas and be responsible for outreach to the ratepayers of that service area.   This committee will be comprised of incumbent Del Paso Manor Water District Directors.

Employee Transition: Existing non-contract Del Paso Manor Water District staff will transition to Sacramento Suburban Water District during the reorganization period.

How to Stay Informed: The public is invited to attend upcoming Sacramento Suburban Water District and Del Paso Manor Water District Joint Board Meetings. For more information, including a detailed list of Frequently Asked Questions, visit sswd.org or delpasomanorwd.org.