AWWA Releases Infrastructure and Affordability Report

(Posted April 6, 2026) The American Water Works Association (AWWA) released an infrastructure and affordability report on March 26, 2026. The report, titled Beyond the Replacement Era, is timely in light of the District’s recently adopted Novato Water System Master Plan and the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. The key takeaways from the report include:

• Drinking water utilities not only face infrastructure replacement challenges but additional compounding cost drivers such as regulatory compliance, climate resilience and cybersecurity.
• The is a large gap in current funding levels for water infrastructure, especially via the federal government.
• The resulting burden on water customers will continue to increase and bills will likely double and disproportionately affect low-income households.

For the full report click HERE.