Title
Introduction of Incorporated County of Los Alamos Code Ordinance No. 02-366; An Ordinance Amending Chapter 40, Article III, Sections 40-201 Relating to Sewage Service Rates
Recommended Action
I introduce, without prejudice, Incorporated County of Los Alamos Code Ordinance No. 02-366 and ask the staff to assure that it is published as provided in the County Charter.
Utilities Manager's Recommendation
The Utilities Manager recommends that Council introduce this Code Ordinance.
Board, Commission or Committee Recommendation
The Board of Public Utilities approved this ordinance at their regular meeting of April 16, 2025 and recommends that Council introduce as presented.
Body
The Board and Council previously approved a 2% rate increase effective October 1, 2025. The 7% increase is in place of the prior approved rate not in addition to the approved rate. The approved FY2026 budget includes a 7% increase in FY2026 and proposes an additional 7% in FY2027. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) have been published to the County website and are attached.
Proposed Public Hearing Schedule: June 10, 2025 County Council Public Hearing
Alternatives
If this ordinance is not introduced and approved, revenues will not be sufficient to match budgeted FY2026 revenue which will directly impact cash balances.
Fiscal and Staff Impact/Planned Item
The revenues for FY2026 assume a rate increase and will only be achieved if the new rates are approved.
Attachments
A - Code Ordinance 02-366 Wastewater Rates
B - Publication Notice CO 02-366
C - Frequently Asked Questions
D - WW Rate Approval Presentation