The Water Rate Advisory Ad Hoc Commission is an advisory body to the City Council on matters pertaining to water rates. The goal of the committee is to provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding appropriate new water rates. The Committee shall deliver a recommendation by January of 2024 but no later than April of 2024. The proposed Resolution provides for the natural expiration of the Committee after April of 2024.

Mission Statement: 
Provide a recommended rate plan to City Council that will ensure revenues cover the cost of service. The plan will ensure that the municipal water system will operate in an environmentally sound fashion, maintain regulatory compliance, adhere to the established budget, and provide safe drinking water and optimum fire protection.

Goals: 

1. Ensure the City’s drinking water is safe and reliable 
2. Encourage public engagement and transparency in the rate-setting process to ensure that all voices are heard and considered
3. Ensure new development pays 100% of its impacts on City water and infrastructure
4. Evaluate the cost of providing water services to ensure that rates are sufficient to cover necessary infrastructure maintenance and improvements
5. Ensure the City’s water rates are in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including state and federal guidelines on water use and pricing.

City Council Staff Reports and Resolutions Establishing the Committee 

2024 Meeting & Workshop Schedule

Members

• Thom Bogue (Co-chair)
• Kevin Johnson (Co-chair)
• Jack Caldwell
• Jeremy Cox
• Herb Cross
• Frank Drayton
• Michael Ceremello

Prior City Council Presentations on Water

Water Rate Advisory Ad Hoc Committee