Title
Presentation and Discussion of the Hudson Public Power Cost of Service and Electric Rate Study, Presented by John Courtney of Courtney and Associates.
Executive Summary: The Public Works Department has contracted with Courtney and Associates, Public Utility Consultants, to develop a cost of service and electric rate study and to make recommendations to staff and City Council regarding future electric rate adjustments.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Historically the City of Hudson has had Hudson Public Power cost of service and rate studies developed by consulting firms specializing in electric utilities. The results of such studies have been used as guidelines for City Councils as they considered the Hudson Public Power operational costs of service and potential adjustments of commercial and residential electric rates.
Over the last ten years two (2) HPP costs of service and rate studies have been completed. The most recent rate adjustments were approved by Hudson City Council in 1996.
Timing Considerations
Contingent upon City Council direction.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
City staff seeks City Councils direction based on the discussion and analysis of the cost of service and rate study recommendations.
Submitted by,
Scott N. Schroyer, Interim City Manager
Frank Comeriato, Director of Public Work