Liberty water customers in New York can weigh in on a proposed rate rise
November and December hearings concern a pending request. District and water use determine the company’s bill examples.
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New York regulators have scheduled public hearings on Liberty Utilities’ proposed water-rate changes. The request is still under review, not an approved increase.
The November 10 hearing notice gives different residential examples by district. In Merrick, Liberty estimates a $21.20 monthly increase, or 36.99%, at 8,000 gallons a month. That example is not a quote for every household.
How customers can participate
The DPS calendar lists in-person hearings in Merrick and Lynbrook on November 18, and Ellenville and Brewster on November 19. The notice also schedules virtual hearings on December 2; registration to speak is due November 27. Written comments referencing Case 26-W-0358 are due December 11.
Follow the official notice for times, locations and registration instructions. The commission may approve, change or reject the proposal. A hearing date is not the date a new rate takes effect.
Sources
- New York DPS: Liberty water rate hearing notice
November 10, 2026 notice; Case 26-W-0358; bill assumptions, hearing dates and comment deadline · Checked 2026-11-12
- New York DPS: public calendar
November 18 and 19 Liberty water hearing entries · Checked 2026-11-12