On an Auburn cattle ranch, the sound of running water is part of daily life, but under a new proposal, that could soon come at a higher cost.
"To be frank, this one here is going to sting a little different," Fischer said. "It's the first meeting I've ever been a part of where you see multi-generation ranchers, tough, gritty, really strong people, breaking down emotionally because they know the writing is on the wall."
"I'm concerned these increased costs are going to drive more and more people out of this area when it comes to ag," Fischer said.
"We are living on a series of infrastructure, built in the 1880s," said Greg Jones, assistant general manager for the district.
"We are not keeping up with inflation. This is a matter of catching up," Jones said.
"I think they understand the burden placed on ranchers," he said. "I think they're underestimating the amount of attrition that will come with this big of a rate increase."
A public hearing to discuss the proposed rate adjustments will be held on May 27 at 9 a.m. in Grass Valley at the Nevada Irrigation District office.
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