SUBJECT
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A Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas amending Chapter 31 (Utilities), Article II (Sewers and Sewage Disposal), Division 1 (Generally), Section 31-16 (Definitions), Division 5 (Rates and Charges), Section 31-95 (Penalty for Nonpayment; Deferred Payment Plan); and Section 31-97 (Fees); amending Article III, (Water), Division 2 (Use Restrictions) (c); Division 3 (Rates and Charges), Section 31-138.1.1 (Fees) to Section 31-138.4 (Refund of Security Deposits); and Section 31-140 (Fire Hydrant Meters) to Section 31-141 (Water Availability) (b) (3); providing for publication and an effective date.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo continues to grow and the costs to provide services increases. It has been determined that water and wastewater costs increases are necessary in order to keep up with the increased costs of equipment, services and inflation to ensure that the water and wastewater systems continue to provide service to our customers.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends approval of this ordinance.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2023-2024
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Additional revenues are to meet increased costs of equipment, services and inflation.