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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-062 Wastewater Collection and Treatment Rates and Charges; YMC 7.60 AmendmentORDINANCE NO. 2011 -62 AN ORDINANCE revising various wastewater rates, fees and charges; and amending Sections 7.60.020, 7.60.025, 7.60.035, and 7.60.105 of the Yakima Municipal Code; and providing related matters. WHEREAS, the City of Yakima (City) is authorized by Title 35 RCW to acquire, construct, own operate, and provide financing for waterworks and systems of sewerage, and to establish rates, fees, and charges therefore; and WHEREAS, the City Council determines that it is in the best interests of the citizens of the City that ordinances related to such systems of sewerage, wastewater rates, fees, charges, and related matters be amended as set forth in this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City Council determines that the rates, fees, and charges contained in this Ordinance are fair, just and reasonable; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF YAKIMA Section 1. Section 7.60.020 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.020 Owner (inside city) retail wastewater service charge. A. Wastewater Service Charge. There shall be charged to and collected from all premises within the city served by the city wastewater system a wastewater service charge composed of a ready -to -serve charge and a volume charge based on either the quantity of water supplied to the premises or, if metered, the quantity of wastewater discharged into the wastewater sewer system; provided, that in no event shall the total wastewater service charge be less than the minimum charge indicated below: Minimum Minimum Minimum charge charge charge effective effective effective January 13, January 1, January 1, 2012 2013 2014 $15.54 /month $16.34 /month $17.17 /month $0.5110 /day $0.5371 /day $0.5644/day (1) Wastewater Service Charge — Schedules. The wastewater service charge shall be calculated and charged according to the following schedules: (a) Ready -to -Serve Charges. For all customers other than multiple -unit residential customers: Charges effective Charges effective Charges effective January 13, 2012 January 1, 2013 January 1, 2014 Monthly Bimonthly Water Meter I Monthly Bimonthly Monthly Bimonthly Charge Charge Size (Inches) Charge Charge Charge Charge charges effective January 13, 2012 3/4 $15.54 $31.08 $16.34 $32.68 $17.17 $34.34 1 $19.74 $39.48 $20.74 $41.48 $21.80 $43.60 1-1/2 $25.50 $51.00 $26.80 $53.60 $28.16 $56.32 2 $41.04 $82.08 $43.13 $86.26 $45.33 $90.66 3 $155.44 $310.88 $163.37 $326.74 $171.70 $343.40 4 $197.88 $395.76 $207.97 $415.94 $218.58 $437.16 6 $296.90 $593.80 $312.04 $624.08 $327.95 $655.90 8 $409.77 $819.54 $430.67 $861.34 $452.64 $905.28 1 $819.50 $1,639.00 i$861.29 $1,722.58 $905.22 $1,810.44 Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwelling units, according to the following: Ready -to -serve Ready -to -serve Ready -to -serve charges effective charges effective charges effective January 13, 2012 January 1, 2013 January 1, 2014 $8.08 /account $8.49 /account $8.93 /account + $7.46 /unit + $7.84 /unit + $8.24 /unit (b) Volume Charge. For all customers, the volume charge shall be determined by the following: Volume charge Volume charge Volume charge effective January 13, effective January 1, effective January 1, 2012 2013 2014 $2.72 per 100 cubic $2.86 per 100 cubic $3.01 per 100 cubic feet of water feet of water feet of water consumption or, if consumption or, if consumption or, if metered, quantity metered, quantity metered, quantity discharged discharged discharged B. Strong Waste Surcharge. For customers located inside the city discharging wastewater which contains more than three hundred parts per million of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and /or total suspended solids (TSS), there shall be a surcharge, in addition to the ready -to -serve charge and the volume charge, which shall be calculated utilizing the national average values of BOD and TSS concentrations typical to each classification under the Standard Industrial Code or by actual concentrations verified by the city. If the customer chooses, at its expense, to install a sampling station, the strong waste charge shall be calculated based upon actual concentrations. Any testing done by the city may be charged at the rates set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The following formula shall be utilized to calculate the strong waste charge: Monthly surcharge = (unit costs per pound of BOD or TSS) times (weight of one gallon of water) times (customer's monthly volume in one hundred cubic feet divided by one thousand three hundred thirty- seven) times (customer's concentration of BOD or TSS in parts per million per [the national average values] or [verified concentrations] minus three hundred). In the foregoing formula, the applicable values are as follows: (Ord. 2009 -49 § 6, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 3, 2007: Ord. 2005 -23 § 1, 2005: Ord. 2003 -75 § 3, 2003). Section 2. Section 7.60.025 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.025 Nonowner (outside city) retail wastewater service charge. A. Wastewater Service Charge. There shall be charged to and collected from all premises outside the city served by the city wastewater system a wastewater service charge composed of a ready -to -serve charge and a volume charge based on domestic water consumption; provided, that in no event shall the total wastewater service charge he less than the minimum charge indicated below: Minimum Effective January 13, 2012 Effective January 1, 2013 Effective January 1, 2014 Unit cost per pound for BOD $0.422 $0.464 $0.489 Unit cost per pound for TSS $0.424 $0.466 $0.491 Unit cost per pound for FOG $0.276 $0.276 $0.276 Weight of one gallon of water 8.34 pounds 8.34 pounds 8.34 pounds (Ord. 2009 -49 § 6, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 3, 2007: Ord. 2005 -23 § 1, 2005: Ord. 2003 -75 § 3, 2003). Section 2. Section 7.60.025 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.025 Nonowner (outside city) retail wastewater service charge. A. Wastewater Service Charge. There shall be charged to and collected from all premises outside the city served by the city wastewater system a wastewater service charge composed of a ready -to -serve charge and a volume charge based on domestic water consumption; provided, that in no event shall the total wastewater service charge he less than the minimum charge indicated below: Minimum Minimum Minimum charge charge charge effective effective effective January 13, January 1, January 1, 2012 2013 2014 $23.23 /month $24.41 /month $25.66 $0.7637/day $0.8026 /day $0.8435/day (1) Wastewater Service Charge — Schedules. The wastewater service charge shall be calculated and charged according to the following schedules: (a) Ready -to -Serve Charge. For all customers other than multiple -unit residential customers: Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwelling units, according to the following: Ready -to -serve charges Charges effective January 13, 2012 Charges effective January 1, 2013 Charges effective January 1, 2014 Water Meter Size (Inches) Monthly Charge Bimonthly Charge Monthly Charge Bimonthly Charge Monthly Charge Bimonthly Charge 3/4 $23.23 $46.46 $24.41 $48.82 $25.66 $51.32 1 $29.50 $59.00 $31.01 $62.02 $32.59 $65.18 1-1/2 $38.09 $76.18 $40.03 $80.06 $42.07 $84.14 2 $61.32 $122.64 $64.44 $128.88 $67.73 $135.46 3 $232.27 $464.54 $244.12 $488.24 $256.57 $513.14 4 $295.68 $591.36 $310.76 $621.52 $326.61 $653.22 6 $443.64 $887.28 $466.26 $932.52 $490.04 $980.08 8 $612.27 $1,224.54 $643.50 $1,287.00 $676.31 $1,352.62 10 1$1,224.53 $2,449.06 $1,286.98 $2,573.96 $1,352.62 $2,705.24 Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwelling units, according to the following: Ready -to -serve charges Ready -to -serve charges Ready -to -serve charges effective January 13, effective January 1, 2013 effective January 1, 2014 2012 January 1, January 1, $12.08 /account $12.69 /account $13.34 /account + $11.15 /unit + $11.72 /unit + $12.32 unit Daily rates for multiple -unit residential customers shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. (b) Volume Charge. For all customers, the volume charge shall be determined by the following: Volume charge Volume charge Volume charge effective effective Effective January 13, January 1, January 1, 2012 2013 2014 $4.14 per 100 $4.35 per 100 $4.57 per 100 cubic feet of cubic feet of cubic feet of water water water consumption or, consumption consumption if metered, or, if metered, or, if metered, quantity quantity quantity discharged discharged discharged B. Strong Waste Surcharge. For customers located outside the city discharging wastewater which contains more than three hundred parts per million of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and /or total suspended solids (TSS), there shall be a surcharge, in addition to the ready -to -serve charge and the volume charge, which shall be calculated utilizing the national average values of BOD and TSS concentrations typical to each classification under the Standard Industrial Code or by actual concentrations verified by the city. If the customer chooses at its expense to install a sampling station, the strong waste charge shall be calculated based upon actual concentrations. Any testing done by the city may be charged at the rates set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The following formula shall be utilized to calculate the strong waste (SW) charge: Monthly surcharge = (unit costs per pound of BOD or TSS) times (weight of one gallon of water) times (customer's monthly volume in one hundred cubic feet divided by one thousand three hundred thirty- seven) times (customer's concentration of BOD or TSS in parts per million per [the national average values] or [verified concentrations] minus three hundred). In the foregoing formula, the applicable values are as follows: (Ord. 2009 -49 § 7, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 4, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 4, 2003). Section 3. Section 7.60.035 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.035 Septage and exceptional wastewater disposal charges. A. Septage Wastewater Disposal Charge. For septage wastewater disposed pursuant to Chapter 7.63, the following charge shall apply: Charge effective January 13, 2012 Effective January 13, 2012 Effective January 1, 2013 Effective January 1, 2014 Unit cost per pound for BOD $0.487 $0.535 $0.564 Unit cost per pound for TSS $0.477 $0.524 $0.552 Unit cost per pound for FOG $0.290 $0.290 $0.290 [Weight of one gallon of water 8.34 pounds 8.34 pounds 8.34 pounds (Ord. 2009 -49 § 7, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 4, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 4, 2003). Section 3. Section 7.60.035 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.035 Septage and exceptional wastewater disposal charges. A. Septage Wastewater Disposal Charge. For septage wastewater disposed pursuant to Chapter 7.63, the following charge shall apply: Charge effective January 13, 2012 Charge effective January 1, 2013 Charge effective January 1, 2014 $0.399 /gallon $0.420 /gallon $0.435 /gallon B. Exceptional Wastewater Disposal Charge. For exceptional wastewater disposed pursuant to Chapter 7.63, the charge shall be calculated by reference to the following formula: Exceptional Wastewater Charge = (Treatment Costs) + (Receiving Costs) + (Testing Costs) (1) Treatment Costs. Treatment costs shall be determined by reference to the following formula: Treatment Costs = [(UBOD/TSS) x (WW) x (V/1,337) x (CBOD/TSS)] + [(UV) x (V)] where: V = Volume discharged (in one hundred cubic feet); CBOD/TSS = Concentration of BOD or TSS (in parts per million); and the remaining values are as follows: (2) Receiving costs. Receiving costs shall be calculated by the wastewater manager and based on actual or estimated staff time, materials, and related costs incurred in connection with receiving the particular waste at issue. (3) Testing Cost. The costs of any testing are set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The wastewater manager shall have final authority over what tests shall be required for any discharge. C. The amount of the disposal fee, at the rate specified in subsection A or B of this section, shall be based upon the actual quantity measured and discharged. Measurement shall be through methods and instruments as determined by the city. (Ord. 2007 -65 § 6, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 6, 2003). Section 4. Section 7.60.105 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.105 Rates, charges and fees for pretreatment program. A. It is the purpose of this section to provide for the payment of rates, charges and fees for certain discharges to the wastewater system, to compensate the city for the cost of administration of the pretreatment program established in Chapter 7.65. Connection charges for dischargers subject to Chapter 7.65 are as set forth in Chapter 7.68 of this code. B. Rates, Charges and Fees to Be Published. The wastewater manager shall maintain a schedule of current rates, charges and fees, shall post such schedule conspicuously, and shall make copies available to interested persons. Upon request, the wastewater manager shall prepare an estimate of annual fees for a significant industrial user. C. Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section, SIU permit fee amounts shall be set at ninety percent Value effective January Abbreviation Meaning 14, 2008 UBOD/TSS Unit cost per pound of BOD or TSS $0.470 (BOD) $0.467 (TSS) WW Weight of one gallon of water 8.34 pounds UV Unit cost per one hundred cubic feet of $0.368 volume (2) Receiving costs. Receiving costs shall be calculated by the wastewater manager and based on actual or estimated staff time, materials, and related costs incurred in connection with receiving the particular waste at issue. (3) Testing Cost. The costs of any testing are set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The wastewater manager shall have final authority over what tests shall be required for any discharge. C. The amount of the disposal fee, at the rate specified in subsection A or B of this section, shall be based upon the actual quantity measured and discharged. Measurement shall be through methods and instruments as determined by the city. (Ord. 2007 -65 § 6, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 6, 2003). Section 4. Section 7.60.105 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.105 Rates, charges and fees for pretreatment program. A. It is the purpose of this section to provide for the payment of rates, charges and fees for certain discharges to the wastewater system, to compensate the city for the cost of administration of the pretreatment program established in Chapter 7.65. Connection charges for dischargers subject to Chapter 7.65 are as set forth in Chapter 7.68 of this code. B. Rates, Charges and Fees to Be Published. The wastewater manager shall maintain a schedule of current rates, charges and fees, shall post such schedule conspicuously, and shall make copies available to interested persons. Upon request, the wastewater manager shall prepare an estimate of annual fees for a significant industrial user. C. Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section, SIU permit fee amounts shall be set at ninety percent of that amount identified in the industrial facility categories of WAC 173 - 224 -040. The permit fee shall cover the costs of administering the SIU wastewater discharge permit program including inspections, technical assistance, education, and compliance administration. Costs associated with any sampling and testing shall be in addition to the permit fee. This annual fee is based on the state's fiscal year (July 1st —June 30th). D. Base Fee for Minor Industrial Users (MIUs). Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and until amended pursuant to subsection F of this section, minor industrial users (as defined in Chapter 7.65) shall pay a base fee for pretreatment service. The daily rate for MI Us shall be the monthly rate divided by thirty. Significant industrial users shall not be subject to a base rate. E. Charges and Fees for Related Services. Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and until amended pursuant to subsection F of this section, significant industrial users shall pay the sampling and laboratory testing charges and fees provided below for those specific services described or listed below. All customers shall also be subject to the sampling, laboratory testing, and flat rate charges and fees provided below, in addition to any base rate provided for in subsection D of this section, but only for those services requested by the customer or provided as part of a required compliance inspection. (1) Sampling Charge. The sampling charge includes sampler set -up, pick -up, and statistical analysis, as well as billing program charges from the customer service manager. The sampling fee is based on the length of the sampling period, pursuant to the following schedule: Charge Charge Charge Sampling Period effective First day effective Each subsequent day in the same effective sampling period January January 1, January 1, 13, 2012 2013 2014 MIU base $102.32/ MIU base , $102.32/ MIU base $102.32/ fee month fee month fee month Owner at $81.86/ Owner at $86.97/ Owner at $92.09/ 80% month 85% month 90% month (Inside City) I (Inside City) I (Inside City) The daily rate for MI Us shall be the monthly rate divided by thirty. Significant industrial users shall not be subject to a base rate. E. Charges and Fees for Related Services. Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and until amended pursuant to subsection F of this section, significant industrial users shall pay the sampling and laboratory testing charges and fees provided below for those specific services described or listed below. All customers shall also be subject to the sampling, laboratory testing, and flat rate charges and fees provided below, in addition to any base rate provided for in subsection D of this section, but only for those services requested by the customer or provided as part of a required compliance inspection. (1) Sampling Charge. The sampling charge includes sampler set -up, pick -up, and statistical analysis, as well as billing program charges from the customer service manager. The sampling fee is based on the length of the sampling period, pursuant to the following schedule: Charge Effective November 2, Sampling Period 2009 First day $222.60 Each subsequent day in the same $91.47 sampling period (2) Laboratory Testing Fees. A laboratory testing fee is assessed for each type of test conducted on each sample. Fees are assessed pursuant to the following schedule: Test Charge Effective November 2, 2009 BOD— Biochemical Oxygen Demand $48.25 TSS —Total Suspended Solids $48.25 pH $24.12 BOD Soluble $72.37 COD $48.25 COD Soluble $72.37 TDS $48.25 Alkalinity (Carbonate) $24.12 Ammonia (Ion Selective Probe) $24.12 Chlorine Residual (Colorimetric) $24.12 Dissolved Oxygen (Azide) $24.12 Dissolved Oxygen (Membrane) $24.12 Fecal Coliform $72.37 FOG —Fats, Oils and Grease $96.50 M PN $482.50 Nitrate $48.25 Nitrite $48.25 Organic/Volatile Acids $24.12 Total Volatile Solids $48.25 BNA (b) Semivolatiles Outside Market Costs BTEX (b) $294.48 Metals $368.11 Metals Graphite Furnace $515.35 Pesticides /PCBs $809.83 TPH (b) Outside Market Costs Volatile Organics j $294.48 Notes: (a) This testing is conducted by an outside laboratory. The actual fee will be based on the actual cost of the test performed, plus any related costs and taxes incurred. (b) Glossary: BNA: Base Neutral Acids (Semivolatile Organic Compounds). BTEX: Benzene, Toluene, Ethylbenzene, and Xylene (Highly Volatile Hydrocarbons). TPH: Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (includes oils, gasoline, diesel, and other fuels). (3) Other related service fees are assessed on each of certain transactions or services, pursuant to the following schedule: Transaction or Service Charge Effective November 2, 2009 Discharge authorization (a) LS $503.93 Compliance inspection HR $132.87 Dye testing HR $132.87 Smoke testing HR $132.87 Tying (location) HR $190.96 TV new construction (we do) LF $2.02 TV new construction (they do) LF $1.33 Notes: (a) Includes only the first 50,000 gallons of flow. See Chapter 7.65. F. Amendment of Base Rates, Charges and Fees. (1) The base rate or rates ( "rates" for purposes of this subsection) set forth in subsection D of this section may be amended from time to time by ordinance of the city council. Any such amendment shall be based upon changes in the city's cost of providing wastewater pretreatment service as reflected in the city's annual budget. The base rates set forth in subsection D of this section are to be billed at eighty (80 %) percent beginning in 2012, eighty -five (85 %) percent beginning in 2013, and ninety (90 %) percent beginning in 2014 for customers located within the city limits. Other customers will be billed at one hundred percent of base rates. These percentages may be amended by ordinance of the city council. (2) The charges and fees set forth in subsection E of this section may be amended from time to time by ordinance of the city council upon recommendation of the wastewater manager. Such amendments shall be based on changes in the costs of providing sampling, laboratory and miscellaneous wastewater pretreatment services. In determining whether there has been a change in the costs of providing service, the city council may consider the city's expenses associated with obtaining services from private laboratories and other third persons, and the city's own administrative and other costs. The charges and fees set forth in subsection E of this section are to be billed at eighty (80 %) percent beginning in 2012, eighty -five (85 %) percent beginning in 2013, and ninety (90 %) percent beginning in 2014 for customers located within the city limits. Other customers will be billed at one hundred percent of the charges and fees set forth in subsection E. These percentages may be amended by ordinance of the city council. G. Money to Be Credited to Wastewater Operating Fund. All moneys collected pursuant to this section shall be paid into and credited to the wastewater operating fund as provided in Chapter 3.101. (Ord. 2009 -49 § 9, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 14, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 14, 2003). Section 5. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) calendar days after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law and by the City Charter. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL at a regular meeting and signed and approved this 13th day of December, 2011. IA/" /1121.1 Micah Cawley, Mayo ATTEST: yAKIMq Deborah Kloster, City Clerk * " *` SEAL Publication Date: December 16, 2011 �SNING�a Effective Date: January 15, 2012 }45� e: BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDA STATEMENT Item No. For Meeting of: December 13, 2011 ITEM TITLE: Ordinance amending Chapter 7.60 of Yakima Municipal Code regarding wastewater collection and treatment rates and charges SUBMITTED BY: Don Cooper, City Manager Michael Morales, Assistant City Manager Scott Schafer, Wastewater Division Manager CONTACT Scott Schafer PERSON /TELEPHONE: Wastewater Division Manager 249 -6815 SUMMARY EXPLANATION: 101 The City is authorized by Title 35 RCW to acquire, construct, own, operate, and provide financing for waterworks and systems of sewerage, and to establish rates, fees, and charges for that service. In accord with that authority, the City assesses wastewater collection and treatment rates and charges as established in 7.60 of the YMC. To maintain pace with all the regulatory compliance issues identified over the next ten years, wastewater rates ultimately need to be increased. Should rates not be increased, the only alternative would be to significantly increase the Division's debt service; reducing its available cash and cash transfers in order to meet regulatory mandates; thus avoiding penalties and potential third party lawsuits. The current debt service is approximately 19% of the Division's current budget; with the maximum allowed to be 25 %. In order to provide an unbiased comprehensive analysis of the Wastewater Division's financial needs, the City contracted with FCS Group to conduct a rate study over a ten -year period (2012- 2021). Such services provide the City with an honest in -depth look as to what proper funding levels are really required to ensure the citizens of Yakima with wastewater services now, and in the future; while remaining compliant with all of the federal and state rules and regulations. FCS Group's ten -year review of the Wastewater Division's maintenance program, capital needs, and regulatory requirements for both the WWTP and the sanitary sewer collection system indicated a funding need of approximately $71,000,000. FCS Group also identified the need to eliminate the 25% subsidy of the Pretreatment Program currently being provided from wastewater user rates. This requires a change of philosophy as this has been a long standing policy implemented by City Council. Based on regulatory requirements, replacement costs, and current funding levels, FCS Group has proposed an annual rate increase of 5.1 % for the next three -years to provide the Wastewater Division with proper funding levels. Proposed changes from FCS Group's recommendation: s Increase the current "Outside City" rates for both BOD and TSS by the same percentage as "Inside City." FCS Group recommended implementing a 1.5 factor of the "Inside City" rates to establish the "Outside City" rates' This would significantly increase the rate for both parameters. Initiate a FOG charge for "Outside City" based on 5.1% of the current "Inside City" FOG rate. In 2007 when the Inside City" FOG rate was first established, there was no consideration or implementation of an "Outside City" rate. Reduce the current 25% subsidy for "Inside City" Pretreatment Charges by 5% per year for the next five years, while retaining the current "Outside City" charges. FCS Group recommended a highly aggressive approach by immediately eliminating all subsidies within the first year; followed by rate increases for such charges each year thereafter. Phasing the subsidy removal would be less of a financial impact to the commercial and industrial businesses. The discussion of the needed rate increase for each of the next three years was previously presented to City Council in a Study Session on June 14, 2011 with the information being sent to the following: Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Yakima Valley Regional Library Central Washington Home Builders Association Del Monte -Seneca Foods -Jewel Apple -City of Yakima website No comments on the proposed rate increase were received by the City. The rate proposal has also been submitted for Council approval as a Major Policy Issue and has been incorporated into the Wastewater Division's 2012 Budget. Deferment of adequate rate increases will only serve to significantly increase the financial needs and immediate costs of the City's largest asset; while placing the entire infrastructure in immediate jeopardy. Having an appropriate rate structure and available funding to support the maintenance, repair, and replacement of the infrastructure is crucial in protecting public health and promoting economic development. It is therefore staffs recommendation to Council to revise Chapter 7.60 Wastewater Collection and Treatment Rates and Charges of Yakima Municipal Code for 2012, 2013, and 2014 as proposed to provide the Wastewater Division with proper funding levels. Resolution Contract: Contract Term: Ordinance X Mail to: Amount: Insurance Required? No Funding Source: Wastewater Fund 473 APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL: Other (specify) Expiration Date: Phone: City Manager • STAFF RECOMMENDATION: , Staff respectfully requests that the City Council enact the revised Chapter 7.60 Wastewater Collection and Treatment Rates and Charges as enclosed. BOARD /COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Click to download ❑ Revised 7.60 Ordinance for wastewater rate increase ❑ Clean revised 7.60 Ordinance for wastewater increase • • ORDINANCE NO. 2011- AN ORDINANCE revising various wastewater rates, fees and charges; and amending Sections 7.60.020, 7.60.025, 7.60.035, and 7.60.105 of the Yakima Municipal Code; and providing related matters. WHEREAS, the City of Yakima (City) is authorized by Title 35 RCW to acquire, construct, own operate, and provide financing for waterworks and systems of sewerage, and to establish rates, fees, and charges therefore; and WHEREAS, the City Council determines that it is in the best interests of the citizens of the City that ordinances related to such systems of sewerage, wastewater rates, fees, charges, and related matters be amended as set forth in this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City Council determines that the rates, fees, and charges contained in this Ordinance are fair, just and reasonable; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF YAKIMA Section 1. Section 7.60.020 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.020 Owner (inside city) retail wastewater service charge. A. Wastewater Service Charge. There shall be charged to and collected from all premises within the city served by the city wastewater system a wastewater service charge composed of a ready -to -serve charge and a volume charge based on either the quantity of water supplied to the premises or, if metered, the quantity of wastewater discharged into the wastewater sewer system; provided, that in no event shall the total wastewater service charge be less than the minimum charc a indicated below: A44+iomLtm Minimum Minimum Minimum charge charge charge charge e f�„ ,• ve effective effective effective November' January 13, January 1, January 1 2083 2012 2013 2014 $14.79/meath $15.54 /month $16.34 /month 17.17 /month $9949624ay $0.5110/day $0.5371/day 0.5644/da (1) Wastewater Service Charge - Schedules. The wastewater service charge shall be calculated and charged according to the following schedules: (a) Ready -to -Serve Charges. For all customers other than multiple -unit residential customers: Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwellinq units, accordinq to the followinq: Ready to serve Charges effeGtive November 2 2009 Charges effective January 13, 2012 Charges effective January 1, 2013 Char a Formatted: cer Janua Formatted Tab Water Meter Size (Inches) Month! Charge l3imenthly Charge Monthly Charge Bimonthly Monthl Charge Bimonthly Monthly Formatted: cer Charge Charge Charge arcs 3/4 $14-78 $29.58 $15.54 jal.08 $16.34 32.68 $17.17 $34.34 1 V 878 $37.56 $19.74 $39.48 $20.74 1 48 $21.80 1$4L3..60 1 -1/2 $24-26 $49.52 $25.50 ILI.00 $26.80 $53.60 $28.16 $56.32 2 $39.95 $78-49 $41.04 jK.08 $43.13 86.26 $45.33 $90.66 3 $147.98 $296.8 $155.44 131 0.88 $163.37 326.74 $171.70 $343.40 4 1$199.28 $376 -56 J197.88 $395.76 $207.97 $415.94 $218.58 437.16 6 $2922.49 $564.98 $296.90 1593.80 $312.04 $624.08 $327.95 $655.90 8 $369.86 $779.72 $409.77 $819.54 430.67 81.34 452.64 905.28 10 $779 -73 $1 -559-46 819.50 1.639.00 861.29 1, 722.58 905.22 1810.44 Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwellinq units, accordinq to the followinq: Ready to serve Ready -to -serve Ready -to -serve Ready-to-serve ^haFges effeetiye charges effective charges effective charges effective January 1, 2013. November 2, 2009 January 13, 2012 JanuarV 1 2014 $2 59 PeF 100 ,.,,h;,. $8.08 /account $8.49 /account 8.93 /account +- $;! m 10/61 R+t + $7.46 /unit + $7.84 /unit + 8.24 /unit (b) Volume Charge. For all customers, the volume charge shall be determined by the following: Volume Gha ge Volume charge Volume charge Volume charge of Gfiye November 2, effective January 13, effective JanuarV 1 effective January 1, 2012 2014 2009 2013 $2 59 PeF 100 ,.,,h;,. $2.72 per 100 cubic 2.86 per 100 cubic $3 01 per 100 cubic feet of water set of water feet of water fret of-�,�,«�•� ^'e sensa+Ptier}ei# consumption or, if consum tion or, if consumption or, if metered ^ `Rt4y metered, quantity metered quantily metered, quantity tered le itered Formatted: Font: Bold, Not Highlight Formatted: Font: Bold, Not Highlight Formatted: Not Highlight Formatted: Not Highlight d+erged Idischarged dischar ed discharged B. Strong Waste Surcharge. For customers located inside the city discharging wastewater which contains more than three hundred parts per million of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and /or total suspended solids (TSS), there shall be a surcharge, in addition to the ready -to- serve charge and the volume charge, which shall be calculated utilizing the national average values of BOD and TSS concentrations typical to each classification under the Standard Industrial Code or by actual concentrations verified by the city. If the customer chooses, at its expense, to install a sampling station, the strong waste charge shall be calculated based upon actual concentrations. Any testing done by the city may be charged at the rates set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The following formula shall be utilized to calculate the strong waste charge: Monthly surcharge = (unit costs per pound of BOD or TSS) times (weight of one gallon of water) times (customer's monthly volume in one hundred cubic feet divided by one thousand three hundred thirty- seven) times (customer's concentration of BOD or TSS in parts per million per [the national average values] or [verified concentrations] minus three hundred). In the foreqoing formula, the a pplicable values are as follows: (Ord. 2009 -49 § 6, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 3, 2007: Ord. 2005 -23 § 1, 2005: Ord. 2003 -75 § 3, 2003). Section 2. Section 7.60.025 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.025 Nonowner (outside city) retail wastewater service charge. A. Wastewater Service Charge. There shall be charged to and collected from all premises outside the city served by the city wastewater system a wastewater service charge composed of a ready -to -serve charge and a volume charge based on domestic water consumption; provided, that in no event shall the total wastewater service charge be less than the minimum charge indicated below: Minimum Effee,ive November 2 -2809 Effective Effective Effective January 1. January 13, 2012 January 1. 2013 2014 Unit cost per pound for BOD $0.407 $0.422 $0.464 0.489 Unit cost per pound for TSS $8-415 1$0.424 1$0.466 0.491 Unit cost per pound for FOG $0.276 1$0.276 $0.276 0.276 Weight of one gallon of water 8.34 pounds 8.34 pounds 8.34 pounds 8.34 ounds (Ord. 2009 -49 § 6, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 3, 2007: Ord. 2005 -23 § 1, 2005: Ord. 2003 -75 § 3, 2003). Section 2. Section 7.60.025 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.025 Nonowner (outside city) retail wastewater service charge. A. Wastewater Service Charge. There shall be charged to and collected from all premises outside the city served by the city wastewater system a wastewater service charge composed of a ready -to -serve charge and a volume charge based on domestic water consumption; provided, that in no event shall the total wastewater service charge be less than the minimum charge indicated below: Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum eharge charge charge char e P",�,-.* •^ effective effective effective Formatted Table No.,.,T�,emroe�,Th..r 2� 2009 January 13, 2012 January 1, 2013 January 1 2014 $22- �*" $23.23 /month $24.41 /month 25.66 $9.7266/day $0.7637 /day $0.8026 /day 0.8435/da (1) Wastewater Service Charge - Schedules. The wastewater service charge shall be calculated and charged according to the following schedules: (a) Ready -to -Serve Charge. For all customers other than multiple -unit residential customers: Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwellinq units, accordinq to the following: Ready to serve charges ^ffeete a November 2, 2009 Charges effeGtiye November 2 2009 Charges effective January 13, 2012 Charges effective Charges effective January 1, 2014 January 1, 2013 Water Meter Size (Inches) Month! Charge enthly Charge Monthly Bimonthly Monthly Bimonthly Monthly Bimonthly Charge Charge Charge Charge Charge Charge 3/4 $22.1 8 $44.20 $23.23 $46.46 $24.41 $48.82 $25.66 51.32 1 $28 -07 $56. i 4 $29.50 $59.00 $31.01 $62.02 $32.59 165 .18 1 -1/2 $36.24 $72.45 $38.09 $76.18 $40.03 $80.06 $42.07 114.14 2 $58.34 $1 i 6.68 $61.32 1122.64 $64.44 $128.88 $67.73 1135.46 3 $221.00 $442 -80 $232.27 $464.54 $244.12 $488.24 $256.57 J5.13.14 4 $291.33 $562.66 $295.68 $591.36 $310.76 $621.52 $326.61 653.22 6 $42241 $844.22 $443.64 $887.28 $466.26 $932.52 $490.04 $980.08 8 $582.56 $1,166.12 $612.27 $1,224.54 $643.50 $1,287.00 $676.31 1352.62 10 $1� U43&-12 1 224.53 2 49.0 46 IL286 .98 2 573.96 1 352.62 2 705.24 Daily rates for meters larger than three - quarters inch shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. For multiple -unit residential customers, the monthly ready -to -serve charge shall be based on the number of accounts plus the number of dwellinq units, accordinq to the following: Ready to serve charges ^ffeete a November 2, 2009 Ready-to -serve charges Ready -to -serve charges Read -to -serve FormattedTa effective January 13, effective January 1, 2013 effective JanuarV 1 2014 2012 $12.08 /account + $11.15 /unit $12.69 /account + $11.72 /unit $13.34 /account + 12.32 unit Daily rates for multiple -unit residential customers shall be calculated by dividing the monthly charge by thirty. (b) Volume Charge. For all customers, the volume charge shall be determined by the following: ble Volume G° ^h°-ge Volume charge Volume charge Volume charge effective Effective effective effective November' January 13, January 1, January 1 2009 2012 2013 2014 $3.94 per 188 $4.14 per 100 $4.35 per 100 $4.57 per 100 cubic feet of subis feetef cubic feet of cubic feet of WateF water water water eansu tier of-, consumption or, consumption consumption if Fneteped if metered, or, if metered, or. if metered, quantity ug antity ug antity ug antity discharged discharged discharged B. Strong Waste Surcharge. For customers located outside the city discharging wastewater which contains more than three hundred parts per million of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and /or total suspended solids (TSS), there shall be a surcharge, in addition to the ready -to- serve charge and the volume charge, which shall be calculated utilizing the national average values of BOD and TSS concentrations typical to each classification under the Standard Industrial Code or by actual concentrations verified by the city. If the customer chooses at its expense to install a sampling station, the strong waste charge shall be calculated based upon actual concentrations. Any testing done by the city may be charged at the rates set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The following formula shall be utilized to calculate the strong waste (SW) charge: Monthly surcharge = (unit costs per pound of BOD or TSS) times (weight of one gallon of water) times (customer's monthly volume in one hundred cubic feet divided by one thousand three hundred thirty- seven) times (customer's concentration of BOD or TSS in parts per million per [the national average values] or [verified concentrations] minus three hundred). In the foregoing formula, the applicable values are as follows: (Ord. 2009 -49 § 7, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 4, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 4, 2003). Section 3. Section 7.60.035 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows- Effective danuafy 14, 2808 Effective January 13, Effective Effective January 1, January 1, 2012 2013 2014 Unit cost per pound for BOD $0478 $0.487 $0.535 0.564 Unit cost per pound for TSS $9 4&7 $0.477 0.524 0.552 Unit cost per pound for FOG $0.290 0.290 0.290 Weight of one gallon of water 8.34 pounds 8.34 ounds 8.34 ounds 8.34 ounds (Ord. 2009 -49 § 7, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 4, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 4, 2003). Section 3. Section 7.60.035 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows- 7.60.035 Septage and exceptional wastewater disposal charges. A. Septage Wastewater Disposal Charge. For septage wastewater disposed pursuant to Chapter 7.63, the fo lowing charge shall apply: 6HaF9e ef#estive January 44, 2991 Charge effective Charge effective_ Charge effective_ January 13.. 2012 January 1, 2013 1--JanuarVI,2014 $93�1/gallea 0.399/ allon $0.420/ allon 1$0.435/ gallon B. Exceptional Wastewater Disposal Charge. For exceptional wastewater disposed pursuant to Chapter 7.63, the charge shall be calculated by reference to the following formula: Exceptional Wastewater Charge = (Treatment Costs) + (Receiving Costs) + (Testing Costs) (1) Treatment Costs. Treatment costs shall be determined by reference to the following formula: Treatment Costs = [(UBOD/TSS) x (WW) x (V/1,337) x (CBOD/TSS)] + [(UV) x (V)] where: V = Volume discharged (in one hundred cubic feet); CBOD/TSS = Concentration of BOD or TSS (in parts per million); and the remaining values are as follows: Abbreviation Meaning Value effective January 14, 2008 UBOD/TSS Unit cost per pound of BOD or TSS $0.470 (BOD) $0.467 (TSS) WW Weight of one gallon of water 8.34 pounds UV Unit cost per one hundred cubic feet of volume $0.368 (2) Receiving Costs. Receiving costs shall be calculated by the wastewater manager and based on actual or estimated staff time, materials, and related costs incurred in connection with receiving the particular waste at issue. (3) Testing Cost. The costs of any testing are set forth in YMC 7.60.105. The wastewater manager shall have final authority over what tests shall be required for any discharge. C. The amount of the disposal fee, at the rate specified in subsection A or B of this section, shall be based upon the actual quantity measured and discharged. Measurement shall be through methods and instruments as determined by the city. (Ord. 2007 -65 § 6, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 6, 2003). Section 4. Section 7.60.105 of the Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: 7.60.105 Rates, charges and fees for pretreatment program. Formatted: Font: Bold Formatted: Centered Formatted: Font: Bold A. It is the purpose of this section to provide for the payment of rates, charges and fees for certain discharges to the wastewater system, to compensate the city for the cost of administration of the pretreatment program established in Chapter 7.65. Connection charges for dischargers subject to Chapter 7.65 are as set forth in Chapter 7.68 of this code. B. Rates, Charges and Fees to Be Published. The wastewater manager shall maintain a schedule of current rates, charges and fees, shall post such schedule conspicuously, and shall make copies available to interested persons. Upon request, the wastewater manager shall prepare an estimate of annual fees for a significant industrial user. C. Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section, SIU permit fee amounts shall be set at ninety percent of that amount identified in the industrial facility categories of WAC 173 - 224 -040. The permit fee shall cover the costs of administering the SIU wastewater discharge permit program including inspections, technical assistance, education, and compliance administration. Costs associated with any sampling and testing shall be in addition to the permit fee. This annual fee is based on the state's fiscal year (July 1st —June 30th). D. Base Fee for Minor Industrial Users (MIUs). Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and until amended pursuant to subsection F of this section, minor industrial users (as defined in Chapter 7.65) shall pay a base fee for pretreatment service. The daily rate for MIUs shall be the monthly rate divided by thirty. Significant industrial users shall not be subject to a base rate. E. Charges and Fees for Related Services. Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and until amended pursuant to subsection F of this section, significant industrial users shall pay the sampling and laboratory testing charges and fees provided below for those specific services described or listed below. All customers shall also be subject to the sampling, laboratory testing, and flat rate charges and fees provided below, in Formatted: Centered Gharge P'F Atovp "'^vemb ^F' 2008 Charge effective Charge effective Charge effective January 1, January January 1, 13,2012 2013 2014 MIU base fee $102.32 rraeeth MIU base fee $102.32 / month MIU base ee 102.32/ month MIU base fee 102.32/ month QWR8F < aaeeth Owner at 80% (Inside City) $81.86 / month Owner at 85% Inside Cit $86.97 / month Owner at 90% Inside Cit 92.09/ month at The daily rate for MIUs shall be the monthly rate divided by thirty. Significant industrial users shall not be subject to a base rate. E. Charges and Fees for Related Services. Commencing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and until amended pursuant to subsection F of this section, significant industrial users shall pay the sampling and laboratory testing charges and fees provided below for those specific services described or listed below. All customers shall also be subject to the sampling, laboratory testing, and flat rate charges and fees provided below, in Formatted: Centered addition to any base rate provided for in subsection D of this section, but only for those services requested by the customer or provided as part of a required compliance inspection. (1) Sampling Charge. The sampling charge includes sampler set -up, pick -up, and statistical analysis, as well as billing program charges from the customer service manager. The sampling fee is based on the length of the sampling period, pursuant to the following schedule: (2) Laboratory Testing Fees. A laboratory testing fee is assessed for each type of test conducted on each sample. Fees are assessed pursuant to the following schedule: Test Charge Charge Charge BOD- Biochemical Oxygen Demand Ffr�..Pnt ,o FffAntiy *:,•° Effective TSS -Total Suspended Solids January 44, Neyem, eF 2 November 2, Sampling Period 2-008 2008 2009 First day $29992 $216.11 $222.60 Each subsequent day in the same $86.22 $88-31 $91.47 sampling period $68.22 $70.27 $72.37 (2) Laboratory Testing Fees. A laboratory testing fee is assessed for each type of test conducted on each sample. Fees are assessed pursuant to the following schedule: Test Charge Effeetove januaFy 14, 2008 Charge G ffant °•,° NnvPMh^ -' 2908 Charge Effective November 2, 2009 BOD- Biochemical Oxygen Demand $45.48 $46.84 $48.25 TSS -Total Suspended Solids $4848 $46.84 $48.25 pH $22-74 $23.42 $24.12 BOD Soluble $68.22 $70.27 $72.37 COD $46.48 $46.84 $48.25 COD Soluble $68.22 $70.27 $72.37 TDS $45.48 $46.84 $48.25 Alkalinity (Carbonate) $22.7-4 $23.42 $24.12 Ammonia (Ion Selective Probe) $22-;4 $23.42 $24.12 Chlorine Residual (Colorimetric) $22.74 $23.42 $24.12 Dissolved Oxygen (Azide) $22-74 $23.42 $24.12 Dissolved Oxygen (Membrane) $22 .74 $23.42 $24.12 Fecal Coliform $99.22 $78-2 $72.37 FOG -Fats, Oils and Grease $99.96 $9369 $96.50 MPN $454.88 $468:44 $482.50 Formatted: Left Nitrate $45.48 $46.84 $48.25 Nitrite $45.48 $46.84 $48.25 Organic/Volatile Acids $22.74 $23.42 $24.12 Total Volatile Solids $45.48 $4684 $48.25 BNA (b) Semivolatiles Outside Market Costs BTEX (b) $277-58 $285.9# $294.48 Metals $8498 $3578 $368.11 Metals Graphite Furnace $48577 $598 -34 $515.35 Pesticides /PCBs $76635 S;9 -25 $809.83 TPH (b) Outside Market Costs Volatile Organics 1$2:7:7.59 $285.91 $294.48 Notes: (a) This testing is conducted by an outside laboratory. The actual fee will be based on the actual cost of the test performed, plus any related costs and taxes incurred. (b) Glossary: BNA: Base Neutral Acids (Semivolatile Organic Compounds). BTEX: Benzene, Toluene, Ethylbenzene, and Xylene (Highly Volatile Hydrocarbons). TPH: Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (includes oils, gasoline, diesel, and other fuels). (3) Other related service fees are assessed on each of certain transactions or services, pursuant to the foll wing schedule: Transaction or Service Charge Fez danuafy -14, 2988 Ghafge FffpGt o° November 21 2098 Charge Effective November 2, 2009 Discharge authorization (a) LS $475.99 $489.25 $503.93 Compliance inspection HR $425.24 $129.00 $132.87 Dye testing HR $425.24 $129 -99 $132.87 Smoke testing HR $125.24 $a- 2-9.99 $132.87 Tying (location) HR V90.08 $185.49 $190.96 TV new construction (we do) LF V.99 $a 96 $2.02 TV new construction (they do) LF .$1.25 $4,-2-9 $1.33 Notes: (a) Includes only the first 50,000 gallons of flow. See Chapter 7.65. F. Amendment of Base Rates, Charges and Fees. (1) The base rate or rates ( "rates" for purposes of this subsection) set forth in subsection D of this section may be amended from time to time by ordinance of the city council. Any such amendment shall be based upon changes in the city's cost of providing wastewater pretreatment service as reflected in the city's annual budget. The base rates set forth in subsection D of this section are to be billed at seventy f` e ^°F^^ eighty (80%) percent beginning in 2012 eighty -five (85 %) percent beginning in 2013 and ninety (90 %) percent beginning in 2014 for customers located within the city limits. Other customers will be billed at one hundred percent of base rates. These percentages may be amended by ordinance of the city council. (2) The charges and fees set forth in subsection E of this section may be amended from time to time by ordinance of the city council upon recommendation of the wastewater manager. Such amendments shall be based on changes in the costs of providing sampling, laboratory and miscellaneous wastewater pretreatment services. In determining whether there has been a change in the costs of providing service, the city council may consider the city's expenses associated with obtaining services from private laboratories and other third persons, and the city's own administrative and other costs. The charges and fees set forth in subsection E of this section are to be billed at °°V° ^f„ f „° .,°. ^ °nf eighty (80 %) percent beginning in 2012, eighty - five (85 %) percent beginning in 2013 and ninety (90 %) percent beginning in 2014 for customers located within the city limits. Other customers will be billed at one hundred percent of the charges and fees set forth in subsection E. These percentages may be amended by ordinance of the city council. G. Money to Be Credited to Wastewater Operating Fund. All moneys collected pursuant to this section shall be paid into and credited to the wastewater operating fund as provided in Chapter 3.101. (Ord. 2009 -49 § 9, 2009: Ord. 2007 -65 § 14, 2007: Ord. 2003 -75 § 14, 2003). Section 5. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) calendar days after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law and by the City Charter. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL at a regular meeting and signed and approved this 13'h day of December, 2011. ATTEST: Micah Cawley, Mayor Deborah Kloster, City Clerk Publication Date: Effective Date: