Department of Utilities
Reference: Non-Potable Water Rate Study (Study Session)
To: Mayor Gregory Mills and Members of City Council
Through: Michael P. Martinez, City Manager
Prepared By: Scott Olsen, Assistant Director of Utilities
Date Prepared: September 12, 2022
PURPOSE
The purpose of this item is to present the history of non-potable water in the City of Brighton, background on the rate study project, the means and methods of the non-potable rate study, results of the study and how staff intends to update the study into the future. Staff is also requesting City Council’s consideration for the future approval of the 2023 non-potable water rate.
STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS
Financially Responsible
Supportive, Sustainable Infrastructure
BACKGROUND
A non-potable system already exists in the City: Bromley Park (Chikuma Well) and areas of the Core City are currently served by the non-potable reservoir near the Oasis Water Park. The current rate for non-potable water per City Code is $3.22. Staff wants to ensure that we update the cost of service for the non-potable system based on variables as they exist today. The City is also obligated to complete a non-potable rate study under the Comprehensive Funding Agreement between the City and Prairie Center.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
No financial impact at this time
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council consider the proposed non-potable water rate at a future City Council meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
⮚ Non-Potable Rate Study Memorandum
⮚ PowerPoint