Global Water Resources announced a settlement in the GW-Santa Cruz rate case and a withdrawal and refiling plan for the GW-Palo Verde rate case, with key filings expected in late April and May 2026.
Key takeaways
The GW-Santa Cruz rate case has settled, resolving a key regulatory proceeding for the subsidiary.
GW-Palo Verde will withdraw its current rate case application with the intent to refile in 2027 using a 2026 test year.
GW-Palo Verde will seek authorization to increase a bill credit for customers related to the Southwest Plant.
The settlement agreement and settlement testimony are expected to be filed with the ACC on April 28, 2026 and May 22, 2026, respectively.
The parties filed a Notice of Settlement and Request to Modify Procedural Schedule on April 14, 2026.