From the 6/24/14 City Commission Budget Work Session - Water and Sewer Rate Discussion

Following up on our competitiveness in water, cost and security of our supply. An annual increase of five percent is considered an industry standard now. And there is discussion about the possibility of adding service area and customers. Also the low level of debt on our water utilities is revealed. However, also discussed is the payout for the regional sewer system debacle and where the money came for the casino building - the water utilities insurance fund.