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Establishing the Water Rates for 2011.
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WHEREAS, After due consideration and study of the financial condition of the Saint Paul Regional Water Services, analysis of projected expenses and recommendation of the 2011 Budget, the Board of Water Commissioners and the City Council have determined that the present rate structure is inadequate to continue operations without an adjustment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 85.01 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code the City Council hereby approves the following Schedule of Water Rates for all water bills levied on or after January 1, 2011.
2011 WATER RATES
Cities of Saint Paul, Falcon Heights, Lauderdale, Maplewood and West St. Paul: $2.27 (Winter* per 100 cu. ft.) and $2.37 (Summer** per 100 cu. ft.).
All Other Municipalities: $2.72 (Winter* per 100 cu. ft.) and $2.84 (Summer** per 100 cu. ft.).
FOR ACCOUNTS HAVING 1-INCH AND SMALLER METERS
*Winter rates shall apply to bills sent during January through May, and December.
**Summer rates shall apply to bills sent during June through November.
FOR ACCOUNTS HAVING METERS LARGER THAN 1-INCH, INCLUDING ROSEVILLE AND LITTLE CANADA
*Winter rates shall apply to bills sent during January through April, November and December.
**Summer rates shall apply to bills sent during May through October.
MINIMUM CHARGES:
FOR ACCOUNTS HAVING 1-INCH AND SMALLER METERS
Minimum charges shall be based upon consumption of 600 cubic feet per billing period for accounts billed quarterly.
FOR ACCOUNTS HAVING METERS LARGER THAN 1-INCH
Minimum charges shall be based upon consumption of 600 cubic feet per month.