Comments on: Taxpayers win Fresno rate hike court ruling

By: John Seiler

John Seiler — Wed, 07 May 2014 17:27:04 +0000

Mr. Clark: Thank you for bringing that to our attention. The headline has been fixed to read, “Taxpayers win Fresno rate hike court ruling.”

We regret the confusion.

— John Seiler, Managing Editor

By: Donkey

Donkey — Wed, 07 May 2014 14:11:02 +0000

In reply to marathonb. That is exactly what is going on marathon, water is now a money making commodity for the RAGWUS feeders to squeeze more cash out of the private sector citizens. The city, county, and state feeders have been coming together working on ways to steal what the private sector has left. In their effort to save the planet we will soon be paying for every mile we drive. :)

By: Tim Clark

Tim Clark — Wed, 07 May 2014 05:17:12 +0000

I’m sorry but this story is factually incorrect. There is not currently any referendum of a City water issue on the ballot. “Forced onto the ballot” is inaccurate. And, Cal Watch Dog fails to gather all of the facts relating to this issue. Cal Watch Dog would be better served to be more factually accurate and factually comprehensive before publishing.

By: Rex the Wonder Dog!

Rex the Wonder Dog! — Wed, 07 May 2014 04:54:44 +0000

In reply to marathonb. Water and sewer, they can raise the rates without the need of a50%+, 55% or 2/3's majority like with taxes.

By: marathonb

marathonb — Tue, 06 May 2014 14:30:17 +0000

Just a note: an average monthly bill of $48 is less than 1/2 what we’re paying in Santa Clarita with our 3 tier system. If my water bill is under $100, I’m conserving well. Water resources seem to be quickly becoming local government’s way of trying to balance the books.

By: Rex the Wonder Dog!

Rex the Wonder Dog! — Tue, 06 May 2014 00:17:14 +0000

Last year, the City of Fresno denied the taxpayers a title and summary for their petition, and then sued the taxpayers to prevent their initiative from being circulated.
That ANY government entity would resort to blocking democratic reforms is an affront to every person in this nation, and to our Constitution.

Shameful.

By: Dork

Dork — Mon, 05 May 2014 23:03:56 +0000

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