TO: Governing Board of the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District
FROM: Christopher Silke, District Engineer
REPORT BY: Annamaria Martinez, Assistant Engineer
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Noticing Intent to Increase Water and Sewer User Rates
RECOMMENDATION
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District Engineer requests adoption of a resolution noticing intent to increase water and sewer rates, setting a public hearing for November 2, 2021, at 9:20 A.M. and authorizing mailing of notice of the proposed rate adjustments and the public hearing.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The District Engineer of the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District (District) requests the Governing Board of the District (Board) to adopt a resolution noticing intent to increase water and sewer rates, setting a public hearing and authorizing mailing of notice of the proposed rate adjustments and the public hearing. This action is the first step of the Proposition 218 process to increase water and sewer rates. The rate increase is necessary to contribute towards funding water and wastewater/sewer system operations and maintenance expenses incurred by the District.
PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Staff reports
2. Public comments
3. Motion, second, discussion and vote on the item
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
Yes
Is it currently budgeted?
No
Where is it budgeted?
The proposed rates would only impact the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District operations budget (Org: 5240000).
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
The District is facing a substantial revenue decline following the August 2020 LNU Lightning Complex fire. Additional revenue is necessary for operational expenses.
Is the general fund affected?
No
Future fiscal impact:
The proposed rate increase was calculated to provide additional revenue that, in conjunction with the District's available fund balance, will cover projected expenditures until such time as the potential for resort de...
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