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Lompoc council discusses water rate increase

Water rates could be going up in Lompoc. The Lompoc City Council is expected to decide Tuesday night if it wants to hold public hearings over the issue.

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Lompoc council discusses water rate increase

Water rates could be going up in Lompoc. The Lompoc City Council is expected to decide Tuesday night if it wants to hold public hearings over the issue.
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San Luis Obispo County

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Ventura County

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