Buellton City Council
July 10, 2025

CITY OF BUELLTON

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Regular Meeting of July 10, 2025 – 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California
Council meetings will be conducted in person and the public is welcome to attend.

Written comments will not be read aloud but can be sent to the City Council via email at [email protected] (please reference agenda item number/subject matter, and include your name and address). The public can observe Council meetings via City TV Live Stream at:
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor David Silva

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL
Council Members Hudson Hornick and John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Elysia Lewis and Mayor David Silva

REORDERING OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENTS Speaker Slip to be completed and turned into the City Clerk prior to commencement of meeting. Any person may address the Council on any subject pertaining to City business, including all items on the agenda not listed as a Public Hearing, including the Consent Agenda and Closed Session. Limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. By law, no action may be taken at this meeting on matters raised during Public Comments not included on this agenda. Public Speakers using a translator are allotted a total of six (6) minutes to speak, unless simultaneous translation equipment is used.

CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
The following items are considered routine and non-controversial and are scheduled for consideration as a group. Any Council Member, the City Attorney, or the City Manager may request that an item be withdrawn from the Consent Agenda to allow for full discussion. Members of the Public may speak on Consent Agenda items during the Public Comment period.

1. Minutes of June 26, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting

2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2024/2025

3. Approval of Security Reduction/Release for 430/440 Central Avenue Duplexes & ADU
 (Staff Contact: Public Works Director Rose Hess)

City Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 July 10, 2025

PRESENTATIONS

4. Presentation by Central Coast Community Energy
 (Staff Contact: City Manager Scott Wolfe)

PUBLIC HEARINGS (POSSIBLE ACTION)

5. Consideration of Protests to Proposed Water and Wastewater Service Fees - Resolution No. 25-23 - “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Setting Forth the Increases to Monthly Water Meter Service Fees and Monthly Wastewater Service Fees in the City of Buellton”  (Staff Contact: Public Works Director Rose Hess)

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
This Agenda listing allows Council Members to provide comments regarding recent events, contributions made or received, and future requests from City Council Members to staff.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Written communications are included in the agenda packets. Any Council Member, the City Manager, or City Attorney may request that a written communication be read into the record.

COMMITTEE REPORTS
This Agenda listing is the opportunity for Council Members to give verbal Committee Reports on any meetings recently held for which the Council Members are the City representatives thereto.

BUSINESS ITEMS
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 1

CITY OF BUELLTON

CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting of June 26, 2025
City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246
Buellton, California

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Silva called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

Present: Council Member Hudson Hornick, Council Member John Sanchez, Vice Mayor Elysia Lewis and Mayor David Silva
Staff: City Manager Scott Wolfe, City Attorney Greg Murphy (Via Zoom), Finance Director Shannel Zamora (Via Zoom), Planning Director Andrea Keefer (Via Zoom), Public Works Director Rose Hess, and Planning Technician Devon DeFazio

REORDERING OF AGENDA
None

PUBLIC COMMENTS
None

CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Hornick requested that Item 9 be pulled for discussion.

1. Minutes of June 12, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting

2. List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2024/2025

3. Monthly Treasurer’s Report – May 31, 2025

4. Resolution No. 25-21 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Establishing an Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2025-26”

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 June 26, 2025

5. Resolution No. 25-22 – “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Acknowledging the Receipt of and Ordering the Filing of the Annual Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025-26 with the City Council”

6. Acceptance of City of Buellton Transportation Development Act (TDA) Fund Financial Statements for Years Ended June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2023 with Independent Auditor’s Report

7. Ordinance No. 25-05 – “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Adopting and Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the City of Buellton” (Second Reading)

8. Acceptance of Bid and Award of Construction Contract for the Combined 2023/24 and 2024/25 Road Maintenance Project

10. Notice of Rate Adjustment for City Attorney Services MOTION:

Motion by Vice Mayor Lewis, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, approving Consent Calendar Items 1 through 8 and 10.

VOTE:

Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Hornick – Yes
Council Member Sanchez – Yes
Vice Mayor Lewis – Yes
Mayor Silva – Yes

9. Lease Agreement for the Provision of Library Management Services Between the City of Buellton and the City of Goleta at the Buellton Library Council Member Hornick clarified that the Library Lease Agreement would not affect adding additional Library hours in the future.

MOTION
Motion by Council Member Hornick, seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis, approving Consent Calander Item 9.

VOTE
Motion passed by a roll call vote of 4-0.

Council Member Hornick -Yes
Council Member Sanchez -Yes
Vice Mayor Lewis -Yes
Mayor Silva -Yes

PRESENTATIONS

None

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 June 26, 2025

PUBLIC HEARINGS

None

COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS/ITEMS
Council Member Hornick requested, and the Council agreed by consensus for legal staff to prepare a memo concerning what regulations could be required by the City related to project developments.

Council Member Sanchez stated he attended the 2025 Old Santa Ynez Days Rodeo and that Buellton should consider hosting a similar event.

Mayor Silva thanked staff for hosting the two Town Hall meetings this week. Mayor Silva announced that he attended the open house for Martha’s Animal Sanctuary and that they are looking to collaborate with the City regarding programs for veterans.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None

COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Member Sanchez announced that he attended the Central Coast Water Authority (CCWA) board meeting and provided an oral report for the record.

Council Member Sanchez announced that he attended the Sustainable Groundwater Management meeting and provided an oral report for the record.

Council Member Sanchez announced that he attended the Santa Ynez Valley Community Aquatics Foundation meeting and provided an oral report regarding the meeting.

Mayor Silva announced that he attended meetings for Central Coast Community Energy and the Economic Taskforce and provided oral reports regarding the meetings.

Council Member Hornick announced that he attended the 1,000 Trees Ad-Hoc committee meeting and provided an oral report regarding the meeting.

BUSINESS ITEMS

11. Discussion of Community Meeting Room Rental Application – 202 Dairyland RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council review and discuss the draft community room rental application package and provide direction to staff as to changes and/or additions to the application.

STAFF REPORT:

Public Works Director Hess presented the staff report.

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 June 26, 2025
SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

The City Council discussed the following issues:
• Noise limits and not interfering with Library operations • Providing trash service to meeting room renters
• Not allowing events on the back lawn as they may interfere with Library operations and that such events could be held at River View Park
• Lowering proposed rates and deposits and limit proposed uses DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

DIRECTION:

The City Council agreed by consensus to continue this item and instructed staff to look into reducing the allowed uses, remove the lawn as a rentable space, and reduce fees and deposits.

12. Alternate Use of Library Building Meeting Room #1 by Friends of the Buellton Library
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council discuss the matter and provide direction to staff.

STAFF REPORT:

City Manager Wolfe presented the staff report.

SPEAKERS/DISCUSSION:

Judith Dale, representing Friends of the Library, spoke against the planned dividing wall for Meeting Room 1, as a wall would limit the room’s use and that Friends of the Library are willing to share the room space.

Ashley Sloane, representing Friends of the Library, stated the current room setup best serves the community.

Holly Sierra, representing Friends of the Library via Zoom, stated their group could manage the room, while raising money for Friends of the Library and that a dividing wall in the room is not needed.

The City Council discussed the following issues:
• Sharing the room without a wall divider
• Removing the room from the rental agreement and allowing the Friends of the Library to manage the room
• Incorporating the toy-kitchen from the old Library into the room • Drafting a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the City and Friends of the Library for management use of the meeting room

City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 June 26, 2025
DOCUMENTS:

Staff report with attachments as listed in the staff report.

DIRECTION:

The City Council agreed by consensus to not install a dividing wall in the meeting room and requested that staff prepare an MOU between the City and the Friends of the Library regarding management of the room for discussion and possible action at a future Council meeting.

CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
City Manager Wolfe provided an informational report for the record.

CLOSED SESSION

13. Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Property: 140 West Highway 246, Buellton, CA (APN: 099-261-027) Agency Negotiator: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Katie Burns, Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
The City Council met in closed session to discuss Item 13. No reportable action was taken.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Silva adjourned the regular meeting at 7:36 p.m. The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. ____________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Linda Reid
City Clerk

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 2

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shannel Zamora, Finance Director
Meeting Date: July 10, 2025
Subject: List of Claims to be Approved and Ratified for Payment to Date for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
Staff is required to submit a check register to the City Council for approval every Council meeting for the most recently completed check register (Attachment 1).

The check register for the period 06/14/2025 through 06/27/2025 has been prepared in accordance with Government Code section 37202 and Buellton Municipal Code section

3.08.070. The check register lists all vendor payments for the specified period above, along with claimant’s name, a brief description of the goods or service purchased, amount of demand, check number, check date and the account number(s) associated with each payment.

The total amount of checks and electronic fund transfers issued for the period of 06/14/2025 through 06/27/2025 was $1,006,592.99.

FISCAL IMPACT
Payments made to the various vendors were consistent with the approved City’s Budget for 06/14/2025 through 06/27/2025. Cash is available for the payment disbursements of the above liabilities.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council review and accept the check register for the period 06/14/2025 through 06/27/2025.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Claims

EXHIBIT A - A/P Packets processed
A/P Packet# APPKT02858 329,389.86
A/P Packet# APPKT02925 293,228.89
A/P Packet# APPKT02926 243,827.00
A/P Packet# APPKT02941 12,081.89
Total A/P Packets: $878,527.64 (12 pages)
Utility Packet #UBPKT00003833 111.05 (1 page)
Utility Packet #UBPKT00003838 -43.41 (2 pages)
Total disbursement: $878,595.28
EXHIBIT B - Payments via Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) EFT Total: $52,116.46
Payroll processed
City Council Payroll 6/26/2025 1,733.68
Staff Payroll 6/27/2025 74,147.57
Total Payroll: $75,881.25
TOTAL AMOUNT OF CLAIMS: $1,006,592.99

CONSOLIDATED CLAIMS DISBURSEMENT

BACK-UP/SUPPORT DATA IS AVAILABLE FOR COUNCIL REVIEW IN CITY HALL The following is a list of claims for the period of June 14, 2025 through June 27, 2025 for ratification by the City Council at the July 10, 2025 City Council Meeting.
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EXHIBIT B
Payments via Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT):

From 06/14/2025 through 06/27/2025
Payroll Tax - IRS - Staff 6/16/2025 15,340.80
Payroll Tax - EDD - Staff 6/16/2025 5,840.59
CalPERS - PEPRA - Staff 6/17/2025 9,709.63
CalPERS - Classic - Staff 6/17/2025 6,842.44
CalPERS - PEPRA - CC 6/27/2025 106.80
Payroll Tax - IRS - Staff 6/27/2025 13,300.82
Payroll Tax - IRS - CC 6/27/2025 575.38
Hasler - Postage 6/27/2025 400.00
Total 52,116.46
\\fileserver\Users\Finance_Shared\CLAIMS APPROVALS\Claims Approval FY2024-2025.xlsx

Payment
Number
11 12
47485
47486
47487
47488
47489
47490
47491
47492
47493
47494
47495
47496
47497
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025
City of Buellton, CA By Payment Number
Payment Dates 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025
Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 6/24/2025 000450 SB CO SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT 243,827.00
2580 JUNE 2025 - LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES 001-501-60800 243,827.00 6/25/2025 000450 SB CO SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT 7,216.16
2618 11/08/24 - 11/10/24 - FALL FEST - LAW ENFORCEMENT 001-22418 7,100.00 2618 11/08/24 - 11/10/24 - FALL FEST - LAW ENFORCEMENT 001-501-60825 116.16 6/18/2025 000005 ABALONE COAST ANALYTICAL, INC. 568.00
6726 MAY 2025 - WTP - CHEMICALS/ANALYSIS 020-601-61111 568.00 6/18/2025 001992 ALLAN HANCOCK JOINT COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 200.00 001992-06092025 06/09/25 - REFUND SECURITY/DAMAGE DEPOSIT 001-22510 200.00 6/18/2025 001378 ALLISON FIREY 31.78
001378-05292025 05/29/25 - REIMBURSEMENT - PROGRAMMING APP 001-511-67140 31.78 6/18/2025 001989 ALLSTATES MAILING SERVICES, INC. 7,688.70 48859 05/20/25 - WTP & WWTP - COB PUBLIC NOTICE MAILER 005-701-61131 3,844.35 48859 05/20/25 - WTP & WWTP - COB PUBLIC NOTICE MAILER 020-601-61131 3,844.35 6/18/2025 001803 AMANDA JOHNSON 125.00
001803-06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - FITNESS CLASSES 001-511-67140 125.00 6/18/2025 000661 AQUA-METRIC SALES, CO. 432.16
INV0108553 05/05/25 - WTP - MATERIALS & SUPPLIES 020-601-61240 432.16 6/18/2025 001372 BRENNTAG PACIFIC, INC. 1,454.31
BPI522561 06/04/25 - WTP - CHEMICALS 020-601-61111 1,454.31 6/18/2025 000065 BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 50,268.90 342112 APR 2025 - RETAINER - LEGAL SERVICES 001-404-60840 11,600.00 342113 APR 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES 001-404-60840 3,750.40 342113 APR 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES 092-307-71200 09230771200 3,293.50 342879 APR 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES 092-307-71200 09230771200 31,625.00 6/18/2025 001943 CAROLINE HOWE 105.00
001943-060225 MAY 2025 - REC - LINE DANCING CLASSES 001-511-67140 105.00 6/18/2025 000112 CLARK PEST CONTROL 474.00
37664486 06/02/25 - CH - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 158.00 37664487 06/02/25 - PD/CCC - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 203.00 37665223 06/02/25 - PO - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 113.00 6/18/2025 000115 CLINICAL LAB OF SAN BERNARDINO Inc. 50.00 1014268 04/03/25 - WTP - WATER SAMPLE TESTING 020-601-61111 50.00 6/18/2025 000655 COAST NETWORX, INC. 3,327.75
30160 05/06/25 - SETUP ADOBE ACCOUNT 001-410-60210 406.25 30160 05/06/25 - REMOTE SUPPORT FOR LAPTOP 001-558-60210 145.83 30160 05/06/25 - REMOTE SUPPORT FOR LAPTOP 005-701-60210 145.83 30160 05/06/25 - REMOTE SUPPORT FOR LAPTOP 020-601-60210 145.84 30162 05/13/25 - PLNG - ADOBE DESIGN SETUP 001-565-60210 125.00 4010108 REVENUE SERVICE - GUARDIAN MSP BACKUP SERVICES 001-410-60210 2,062.00 4010152 JUNE 2025 - SENTINELONE-ENDPOINT SECURITY 001-410-60210 297.00 6/18/2025 000118 COASTAL COPY, INC. 203.74
1151780 05/17/25 - 06/16/25 - REC - COPIER LEASE 001-511-60310 203.74 7/1/2025 9:52:10 AM Page 1 of 12
Exhibit A

Payment
Number
47498
47499
47500
47501
47502
47503
47504
47505
47506
47507
47508
47509
47510
47511
47512
47513
47514
47515
47516
47517
47518
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 6/18/2025 001993 Cynthia Barajas 400.00
001993-06022025 06/02/25 - REFUND SECURITY/DAMAGE DEPOSIT 001-22510 400.00 6/18/2025 000187 FARM SUPPLY COMPANY 24.77
76817 06/05/25 - WTP - MATERIALS & REPAIR SUPPLIES 020-601-61127 24.77 6/18/2025 000649 FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. 89,995.31 T250410 04/30/25 - WWTP - MONTHLY O&M 005-701-60800 3,136.20 W21643-2 11/04/24 - 04/30/25 - WWTP - BLOWER REPLACEMENT 092-706-74100 09270674100 62,600.20 W23027-5 02/26/25 - 05/17/25 - WWTP - SERVICE CALL AERATORS 092-706-74100 09270674100 24,258.91 6/18/2025 001994 Hidden Wings 150.00
001994-06092025 06/09/25 - REFUND SECURITY/DAMAGE DEPOSIT 001-22510 150.00 6/18/2025 001997 Javier Castillo Hernandez 56.06
1422 06/04/25 - POLICE STATION - MAINT & REPAIRS 001-558-60250 56.06 6/18/2025 001668 JAVIER MARTINEZ 100.00
001668-06092025 06/09/25 - REFUND SECURITY/DAMAGE DEPOSIT 001-22510 100.00 6/18/2025 000263 JOHN SANCHEZ 150.00
000263-06022025 06/02/25 - REFUND SECURITY/DAMAGE DEPOSIT 001-22510 150.00 6/18/2025 000395 JOSE RAFAEL RUIZ dba 2,460.00
02277 JUNE 2025 - RVP/OVP - JANITORIAL SERVICES 001-552-60800 2,460.00 6/18/2025 001433 JULIE EVERETT 507.50
001433-06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - TINY TOTS JAMBOREE 001-511-67140 507.50 6/18/2025 011300 KAREN PALMER 35.00
011300-06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - KUNDALINI YOGA CLASSES 001-511-67140 35.00 6/18/2025 001921 LACIE STRICKLIN 882.00
001921-06022025 03/19/25 - 05/21/25 SHOWSTOPPERS CLASSES 001-511-67140 882.00 6/18/2025 001985 LESLIE SHERMAN 50.00
001985-06052025 MAY 2025 - REC - SPIN CLASS INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 50.00 6/18/2025 001778 LYNNETTE KUFELDT 75.00
001778-06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - YOGA CLASSES 001-511-67140 75.00 6/18/2025 001636 MARCO A COVARRUBIAS 239.20
001636-06092025 06/09/25 - REIMBURSEMENT - UNIFORM PANTS 001-558-60131 239.20 6/18/2025 001377 MARNA PALSGAARD 297.00
001377-06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - SPIN/SCULPT INSTRUCTOR 001-511-67140 297.00 6/18/2025 000342 NIELSEN BUILDING MATERIALS,INC 46.71
219542 06/06/25 - POST OFFICE - MAINT & REPAIRS 001-558-60250 46.71 6/18/2025 000801 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORES, INC. 18.31 4372-115441 06/06/25 - RVP - MATERIALS & SUPPLIES 001-552-61140 18.31 6/18/2025 000352 P G & E 987.31
80625-7-06042025 05/06/25-06/03/25 - NEW LIB - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-558-61241 987.31 6/18/2025 001738 REECE - BRANCH: 5010 BUELLTON CA 564.75 S120864348.001 05/29/25 - WTP - MAINT & REPAIRS 020-601-60250 564.75 6/18/2025 001885 SAIRA DAVISON 355.50
001885- 06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - PICKLEBALL STAFF 001-511-67140 355.50 6/18/2025 001956 SOLID WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC. 49.75
1005 06/01/25 - SB1383/AB939 - ANNUAL REPORT PREP 001-558-60800 GM008-070 49.75 7/1/2025 9:52:10 AM Page 2 of 12

Payment
Number
47519
47520
47521
47522
47523
47524
47525
47526
47527
47528
47529
47530
47531
47532
47533
47534
47535
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 6/18/2025 001995 SY Tribal Health Clinic 500.00
001995-06102025 06/10/25 - REFUND SPECIAL EVENT DEPOSIT 25-SE-06 001-22418 500.00 6/18/2025 001808 TERRY NIELSEN 175.00
001808-06022025 MAY 2025 - REC - WEIGHT TRAINING CLASSES 001-511-67140 175.00 6/18/2025 001188 The Hankering Corporation 48.94
92504 06/02/25 - PW - LIBR/FIELD PARKING LOT BLUEPRINTS 092-220-70005 09222070005 48.94 6/18/2025 001984 TOTAL DIESEL MAINTENANCE, LLC 281.00
1323 05/27/25 - LIFT - PROTECTIVE COVER MODEL Z-45/25 001-558-60270 281.00 6/18/2025 000535 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT 28.50
520250090 MAY 2025 - WTP/WWTP - NEW TICKET/MONTHLY DB FEES 005-701-60800 14.25 520250090 MAY 2025 - WTP/WWTP - NEW TICKET/MONTHLY DB FEES 020-601-60800 14.25 6/18/2025 001996 V. Lopez Jr. and Sons General Engineering Contractors, Inc. 165,813.91 14707 - PAY APP 1 MAY 2025 - LIBRARY-FIELD PARKING LOT 092-220-74100 09222074100 165,813.91 6/18/2025 001207 WAGEWORKS INC. 169.00
INV7861935 MAY 2025 - HC/HCDC FSA ADMIN & COMPLIANCE FEES 001-410-50400 169.00 6/24/2025 000718 AUTOSYS LLC 4,436.80
INV-0310 06/17/25 - WTP - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 1,225.92 INV-0311 06/17/25 - WTP/WWTP - SCADA RADIOS 005-701-60800 1,605.44 INV-0311 06/17/25 - WTP/WWTP - SCADA RADIOS 020-601-60800 1,605.44 6/24/2025 001931 BRIAN JOSEPH CAMPBELL 50.00
001931-06132025 06/05/25 - PLNG - PLNG COMMISSION MEETING 001-565-50010 50.00 6/24/2025 000060 BUELLTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 840.00
000060-06132025 06/26/25 - STATE OF THE CITY - "Better Together" 001-401-60710 240.00 000060-06132025 06/26/25 - STATE OF THE CITY - "Better Together" 001-402-60710 60.00 000060-06132025 06/26/25 - STATE OF THE CITY - "Better Together" 001-403-60710 60.00 000060-06132025 06/26/25 - STATE OF THE CITY - "Better Together" 001-420-60710 120.00 000060-06132025 06/26/25 - STATE OF THE CITY - "Better Together" 001-558-60710 120.00 000060-06132025 06/26/25 - STATE OF THE CITY - "Better Together" 001-565-60710 240.00 6/24/2025 000065 BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 25,024.30 344176 MAY 2025 - RETAINER - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0001 001-404-60840 11,600.00 344177 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0036 001-404-60840 507.40 344177 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0062 001-404-60840 117.20 344177 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0019 001-404-60840 1,523.60 344177 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0061 001-404-60840 1,111.20 344177 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0058 092-307-71200 09230771200 10,164.90 6/24/2025 001774 CALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC. 4,250.00
7467 JUNE 2025 - Grant Writing Services 001-410-60800 4,250.00 6/24/2025 000112 CLARK PEST CONTROL 400.00
37536208 04/29/25 - LIBRARY - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 200.00 37550178 05/22/25 - LIBRARY - PEST CONTROL 001-558-60800 200.00 6/24/2025 000118 COASTAL COPY, INC. 900.36
1154283 06/11/25 - 07/10/25 - CH - COPIER LEASE 001-410-60310 900.36 6/24/2025 000598 ENGEL & GRAY, INC. 9,183.41
55X00002 MAY 2025 - WWTP - WASTE HANDLING BIO SOLIDS 005-701-60800 9,183.41 6/24/2025 000176 EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 390.00
013760 06/15/25 - PARKS - CCTV SERVICE CALL ALARM SYSTEM 001-558-60250 390.00 6/24/2025 000176 EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 192.00
013926 APR-JUN 2025 - NEW LIB - MONITORING ALARM SYSTEM 001-558-60800 192.00 7/1/2025 9:52:10 AM Page 3 of 12

Payment
Number
47536
47537
47538
47539
47540
47541
47542
47543
47544
47545
47546
47547
47548
47549
47550
47551
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 6/24/2025 000176 EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 460.00
013759 06/12/25 - LIBRARY - SERVICE CALL ALARM SYSTEM 001-558-60800 460.00 6/24/2025 000176 EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 430.00
013761 06/12/25 - PLNG - SERVICE CALL ALARM SYSTEM 001-410-60800 430.00 6/24/2025 001364 FAMCON PIPE & SUPPLY-SM 2,393.40
S100156716.001 06/06/25 - WTP - MAINT/ REPAIR ITEMS 020-601-60250 2,393.40 6/24/2025 000187 FARM SUPPLY COMPANY 57.94
76120 05/01/25 - PW - MISC MATERIALS & REPAIR SUPPLIES 001-552-61140 34.48 76144 05/02/25 - PW - MATERIALS & REPAIR SUPPLIES 001-552-61140 15.93 76194 05/06/25 - PW - MAINT/REPAIR ITEMS 001-556-60250 7.53 6/24/2025 000649 FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. 11,209.72 W24380 05/19/25 - WWTP - MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS 005-701-60250 4,926.49 W24613 06/19/25 - WWTP - INSTALL AERATION TIMER 005-701-60250 6,283.23 6/24/2025 001850 FRANCES JANE ROBERTSON 100.00
01850-06162025 06/16/25 - REFUND SECURITY/DAMAGE DEPOSIT 001-22510 100.00 6/24/2025 001430 GSOLUTIONZ, INC. 1,071.57
2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 001-401-67705 145.16 2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 001-410-67705 348.38 2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 001-511-61290 198.05 2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 001-558-67705 87.10 2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 001-565-67705 177.22 2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 005-701-67705 58.07 2928 05/13/25 - 06/12/25 - TELEPHONE SERVICES 020-601-67705 57.59 6/24/2025 000543 HD SUPPLY, INC. 14,331.45
INV00738146 06/12/25 - WTP - CHEMICALS 020-601-61111 14,303.76 INV00739330 06/13/25 - WTP - CHEMICALS 020-601-61111 27.69 6/24/2025 001925 JCH PLUMBING LLC 650.00
6291 06/05/25 - PO - SERVICE CALL 001-558-60250 650.00
6/24/2025 001998 Julie Schneider 2,460.00
001998-06162025 REC - SUMMER CAMP REFUND 001-511-67140 2,460.00 6/24/2025 001930 KASEY RONALD KUMP 50.00
001930-06132025 06/05/25 - PLNG - PLNG COMMISSION MEETING 001-565-50010 50.00 6/24/2025 000142 LOGAN R. FITZGERALD dba 2,945.00
000142-06012025 MAY 2025 - CH/LIB/PKS - JANITORIAL SERVICES 001-552-60800 990.00 000142-06012025 MAY 2025 - CH/LIB/PKS - JANITORIAL SERVICES 001-558-60800 1,955.00 6/24/2025 000310 MARBORG INDUSTRIES 683.04
6499206 05/29/25 - WWTP - DISPOSAL - SOLID WASTE 092-706-74100 09270674100 404.04 6500852 05/31/25 - WWTP - ROLL OFF RENTALS 092-706-74100 09270674100 279.00 6/24/2025 001225 MARCILO SARQUILLA 50.00
001225-06132025 06/05/25 - PLNG - PLNG COMMISSION MEETING 001-565-50010 50.00 6/24/2025 000835 METRO VENTURES LTD 8,400.00
2025-06-11-buel MAY 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-22416 90086-070 500.00 2025-06-11-buel MAY 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-22416 90100070 2,500.00 2025-06-11-buel MAY 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-22416 90096070 100.00 2025-06-11-buel MAY 2025 - PLNG - CITY PLANNER SERVICES 001-565-60800 5,300.00 6/24/2025 000954 MICHAEL MacEACHERM dba 28,050.00
5803 02/18/25-05/06/25 - WWTP - MANHOLE REPAIRS 005-701-60250 22,650.00 5804 05/08/25-05/09/25 - WWTP - CLEANING & MOBILIZATION 005-701-60250 3,800.00 5805 05/27/25 - WWTP - CLEANING SERVICE 005-701-60250 1,600.00 7/1/2025 9:52:10 AM Page 4 of 12

Payment
Number
47552
47553
47554
47555
47556
47557
47558
47559
47560
47561
47562
47563
47564
47565
47566
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 6/24/2025 001589 OILFIELD ENVIRONMENTAL & COMPLIANCE, INC. (OEC) 629.00 A250607 MAY 2025 - WWTP - WATER ANALYSIS 005-701-61111 629.00 6/24/2025 000801 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORES, INC. 18.62 4372-117508 06/16/25 - WTP - MISC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ITEMS 020-601-60270 5.16 4372-118298 06/19/25 - WTP - MISC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ITEM 020-601-60270 13.46 6/24/2025 000352 P G & E 18,960.79
32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-410-61241 1,348.57 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-501-61241 404.32 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-550-61241 4,952.79 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-552-61241 407.25 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-556-61241 445.06 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 001-565-61241 957.02 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 005-701-61241 5,517.23 32306-7-06092025 05/02/25 - 06/02/25 - UTILITIES - ELECTRIC 020-601-61241 4,928.55 6/24/2025 000352 P G & E 5,000.00
0008410150-0 06/10/25 - PW - CUST# 5011349 - PROJ# P000406564 092-603-74100 09260374100 5,000.00 6/24/2025 000861 POLYDYNE INC. 1,656.14
1935789 06/10/25 - WWTP - CHEMICALS 005-701-61111 1,656.14 6/24/2025 000382 PROCARE JANITORIAL SUPPLY, INC. 1,912.28 182431 04/30/25 - PW - MISC SUPPLIES 001-552-61140 637.43 182431 04/30/25 - PW - MISC SUPPLIES 001-558-61140 637.43 182431 04/30/25 - PW - MISC SUPPLIES 005-701-61140 637.42 6/24/2025 001817 RDZ CONTRACTORS, INC. 99,528.43
436 - PAY APP# 005 MAY 2025 - HWY246&McMURRAY IMPRVMNTS PROJECT 092-307-74100 09230774100 99,528.43 6/24/2025 001738 REECE - BRANCH: 5010 BUELLTON CA 333.82 S121015830.001 06/18/25 - WTP - CL2 ANALYZER PARTS 092-603-74100 09260374100 333.82 6/24/2025 001836 SANTA MARIA MOTORCYCLES LLC 939.59
20062869 06/13/25 - SHERIFF - MOTO REPAIR/REPLACE TIRE 001-501-60270 939.59 6/24/2025 000438 SANTA YNEZ VALLEY HARDWARE 580.65
000438-05312025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 005-701-60250 412.00 000438-05312025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 005-701-61140 112.60 000438-05312025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 020-601-60250 56.05 6/24/2025 000706 SATCOM GLOBAL, INC. 57.21
AI06250049 MAY 2025 - Iridium SIM Card - GSA Plan 001-410-60014 57.21 6/24/2025 001745 SHANNON REESE 50.00
001745-06132025 06/05/25 - PLNG - PLNG COMMISSION MEETING 001-565-50010 50.00 6/24/2025 000465 SP MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC. 3,806.20 97652 MAY 2025 - STREET SWEEPING SERVICES 001-558-60800 3,806.20 6/24/2025 000161 STATE OF CALIFORNIA - DOJ 49.00
822867 MAY 2025 - HR - NEW HIRE FINGERPRINTING 001-403-60022 49.00 6/24/2025 001849 THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 31,693.18 36677 05/12/25 - LIBRARY - TREE REPLANTING 001-556-60800 575.00 36743 MAY 2025 - COB - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 001-552-60800 19,870.00 36743 MAY 2025 - COB - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 001-556-60800 4,640.00 36771 05/22/25 - RVP - TRACTOR MOWING & WEEDEATING 001-552-60800 1,200.00 36788 05/12/25&05/17/25 - WWTP - TREE PRUNING & WEEDING 005-701-60250 4,405.00 36824 06/02/25-06/03/25 - MEDIAN M5 - IRRIGATION REPAIRS 001-556-60250 338.71 36825 06/02/25 - MEDIAN M6 - REPLACE & REPAIR SPRINKLERS 001-556-60250 664.47 7/1/2025 9:52:10 AM Page 5 of 12

Payment
Number
47567
47568
10170336
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Payment Date Vendor # Payment Amount
Payable Number Description Vendor Name Account Number Project Acct Key Item Amount 6/24/2025 001071 Tractor Supply Co 251.02
5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 001-552-60258 22.54 5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 001-558-60250 36.27 5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 001-558-61127 39.84 5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 001-558-61140 60.83 5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 005-701-61140 38.77 5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 020-601-60250 13.99 5092-05302025 MAY 2025 - MISC MAINT/REPAIR/MATL'S/SUPPLIES 020-601-61140 38.78 6/24/2025 000765 VICTOR RODRIGUEZ dba 1,537.81
60244 05/21/25 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR VIN 7957 001-558-60270 116.98 60317 05/29/25 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR VIN 7084 020-601-60270 117.16 60429 06/09/25 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR VIN 9022 001-558-60270 1,184.08 60480 06/10/25 - PW - VEHICLE MAINT/REPAIR VIN 4976 001-558-60270 119.59 6/17/2025 000193 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA 12,081.89 0577-05162025 K THOMSEN - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-511-60250 108.49 0577-05162025 K THOMSEN - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-511-60800 184.80 0577-05162025 K THOMSEN - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-511-67140 51022-040 1,056.70 0577-05162025 K THOMSEN - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-511-67140 24.28 1805-05162025 A FIREY - CREDIT CARD CHARGES THROUGH 05/16/25 001-511-60510 39.00 1805-05162025 A FIREY - CREDIT CARD CHARGES THROUGH 05/16/25 001-511-61130 71.43 1805-05162025 A FIREY - CREDIT CARD CHARGES THROUGH 05/16/25 001-511-67140 300.48 1805-05162025 A FIREY - CREDIT CARD CHARGES THROUGH 05/16/25 001-511-67140 51022-040 661.91 1805-05162025 A FIREY - CREDIT CARD CHARGES THROUGH 05/16/25 001-511-67570 35.73 5735-05162025 D SILVA - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-401-60710 1,913.28 7431-05162025 L REID - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-401-61130 127.58 7431-05162025 L REID - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-410-60210 549.37 7431-05162025 L REID - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-410-61130 133.26 7431-05162025 L REID - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-420-60900 323.24 7431-05162025 L REID - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-510-60900 66.78 7905-05162025 S WOLFE - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-402-60710 205.91 7905-05162025 S WOLFE - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-410-60900 27.44 9012-05162025 A KEEFER - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-565-60210 41.33 9012-05162025 A KEEFER - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-565-72300 25.85 9447-05162025 S ZAMORA - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-410-61130 474.70 9447-05162025 S ZAMORA - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-420-61130 116.21 9447-05162025 S ZAMORA - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-420-72100 272.30 9447-05162025 S ZAMORA - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-565-61130 68.11 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-552-60258 255.34 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-60210 54.59 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-60250 62.44 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-60270 203.59 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-60710 183.39 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-60900 12.50 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-61140 160.59 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 001-558-72300 1,246.36 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 005-701-60710 183.39 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 005-701-61140 34.48 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 005-701-72300 1,246.37 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 020-601-60710 183.39 9525-05162025 R HESS - Credit Card Charges 05/16/25 020-601-72300 1,246.38 9884-05162025 P SMITH - Credit Card Charges Through 05/16/25 001-511-67140 180.90 Payment Total: 878,527.64
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Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
001 - General Fund 369,742.17
005 - Sewer Fund 72,119.67
020 - Water Fund 33,315.15
092 - Capital Improvement Proj Fund 403,350.65
Grand Total: 878,527.64
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
001-22416 Developer Deposit 3,100.00
001-22418 Special Event Deposit 7,600.00
001-22510 Park/Damage Charge 1,100.00
001-401-60710 Travel & Training 2,153.28
001-401-61130 Office Supplies 127.58
001-401-67705 Telephone 145.16
001-402-60710 Travel & Training 265.91
001-403-60022 Recruitment Expense 49.00
001-403-60710 Travel & Training 60.00
001-404-60840 Contract Services-Legal Fees 30,209.80
001-410-50400 Medical Benefit 169.00
001-410-60014 Emergency Operations 57.21
001-410-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 3,314.62
001-410-60310 Equipment Rental 900.36
001-410-60800 Contract Services 4,680.00
001-410-60900 Miscellaneous 27.44
001-410-61130 Office Supplies 607.96
001-410-61241 Utilities - Electric 1,348.57
001-410-67705 Telephone 348.38
001-420-60710 Travel & Training 120.00
001-420-60900 Miscellaneous 323.24
001-420-61130 Office Supplies 116.21
001-420-72100 Office Equipment 272.30
001-501-60270 Maintenance-Vehicles 939.59
001-501-60800 Contract Services 243,827.00
001-501-60825 Contract Svcs-Police Sp.Events 116.16
001-501-61241 Utilities - Electric 404.32
001-510-60900 Miscellaneous 66.78
001-511-60250 Maintenance/Repair 108.49
001-511-60310 Equipment Rental 203.74
001-511-60510 Advertising 39.00
001-511-60800 Contract Services 184.80
001-511-61130 Office Supplies 71.43
001-511-61290 Telephone/Internet 198.05
001-511-67140 Buellton Recreation Program 7,323.05
001-511-67570 Recreation Program 50/50 35.73
001-550-61241 Utilities - Electric 4,952.79
001-552-60258 Maintenance/Repair-River View 277.88
001-552-60800 Contract Services 24,520.00
001-552-61140 Operational Supplies 706.15
001-552-61241 Utilities - Electric 407.25
001-556-60250 Maintenance/Repair 1,010.71
001-556-60800 Contract Services 5,215.00
001-556-61241 Utilities - Electric 445.06
001-558-60131 Laundry / Uniforms 239.20
001-558-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 200.42
001-558-60250 Maintenance / Repair 1,241.48
001-558-60270 Maintenance - Vehicles 1,905.24
001-558-60710 Travel & Training 303.39
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**None**
09222070005 Willemsen Parking Lot - Design & Permitting 09222074100 Willemsen Parking Lot - Construction/Improvement 09230771200 McMurray Road Widening/TS (13/14) - Right of Way Acquisition 09230774100 McMurray Road Widening/TS (13/14) - Construction/Improvement 09260374100 WTP Facilities Improvement - Construction/Improvement 09270674100 WWTP Facilities Improvement - Construction/Improvement 51022-040 Summer Camp 2025 - Operating Expense
90086-070 ARCO, 653 Ave of Flags - Contract Services
90096070 Hwy 246 Commercial Center - Contract Services
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
001-558-60800 Contract Services 7,336.95
001-558-60900 Miscellaneous 12.50
001-558-61127 Tools 39.84
001-558-61140 Operational Supplies 858.85
001-558-61241 Utilities - Electric 987.31
001-558-67705 Telephone 87.10
001-558-72300 Computer Equipment 1,246.36
001-565-50010 Planning Commission Salaries 200.00
001-565-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 166.33
001-565-60710 Travel & Training 240.00
001-565-60800 Contract Services 5,300.00
001-565-61130 Office Supplies 68.11
001-565-61241 Utilities - Electric 957.02
001-565-67705 Telephone 177.22
001-565-72300 Computer Equipment 25.85
005-701-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 145.83
005-701-60250 Maintenance / Repair 44,076.72
005-701-60710 Travel & Training 183.39
005-701-60800 Contract Services 13,939.30
005-701-61111 Chemicals / Analysis 2,285.14
005-701-61131 Postage 3,844.35
005-701-61140 Operational Supplies 823.27
005-701-61241 Utilities - Electric 5,517.23
005-701-67705 Telephone 58.07
005-701-72300 Computer Equipment 1,246.37
020-601-60210 Computer Maintenance &Software 145.84
020-601-60250 Maintenance / Repair 4,254.11
020-601-60270 Maintenance - Vehicles 135.78
020-601-60710 Travel & Training 183.39
020-601-60800 Contract Services 1,619.69
020-601-61111 Chemicals / Analysis 16,403.76
020-601-61127 Tools 24.77
020-601-61131 Postage 3,844.35
020-601-61140 Operational Supplies 38.78
020-601-61240 Meter Expense 432.16
020-601-61241 Utilities - Electric 4,928.55
020-601-67705 Telephone 57.59
020-601-72300 Computer Equipment 1,246.38
092-220-70005 Design and Permitting 48.94
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
470,308.63

48.94 165,813.91
45,083.40
99,528.43
5,333.82
87,542.15
092-220-74100 Construction/Improvements 165,813.91
092-307-71200 Right of Way Acquisition 45,083.40
092-307-74100 Construction and Improvements 99,528.43
092-603-74100 Construction and Improvements 5,333.82
092-706-74100 Construction and Improvements 87,542.15
Grand Total: 878,527.64
1,718.61
500.00
100.00
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90100070 Dairyland Rd - Hundred Hills School - Contracted Services GM008-070 SB1383 OWR4-22-0550 FY 22-23 - Contracted Services Grand Total: 878,527.64
7/1/2025 9:52:10 AM Page 9 of 12
Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025 Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
2,500.00

49.75

Check Disbursements - City Council - July 03, 2025
Amount
City of Buellton, CA Contract Services Detail
Payment Dates 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025
Vendor Name Payment Number Post Date Description (Item) Account Number Fund: 001 - General Fund
Department: 404 - CITY ATTORNEY
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47492 04/30/2025 APR 2025 -

RETAINER - LEGAL
001-404-60840 11,600.00
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47492 04/30/2025 APR 2025 - LEGAL 001-404-60840 3,750.40 BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47529 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 -

RETAINER - LEGAL
001-404-60840 11,600.00
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47529 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0019
001-404-60840 1,523.60
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47529 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0061
001-404-60840 1,111.20
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47529 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0036
001-404-60840 507.40
BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN, LLP 47529 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - LEGAL SERVICES - FILE 0062
001-404-60840 117.20
Department 404 - CITY ATTORNEY Total: 30,209.80
Department: 410 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
CALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC. 47530 06/01/2025 JUNE 2025 - Grant Writing Services
001-410-60800 4,250.00
EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 47537 06/12/2025 06/12/25 - PLNG -

SERVICE CALL
001-410-60800 430.00
Department 410 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL Total: 4,680.00
Department: 501 - PUBLIC SAFETY - POLICE/FIRE
SB CO SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT 11 06/30/2025 JUNE 2025 - LAW

ENFORCEMENT
001-501-60800 243,827.00
SB CO SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT 12 11/30/2024 11/08/24 - 11/10/24 -

FALL FEST - LAW
001-501-60825 116.16
Department 501 - PUBLIC SAFETY - POLICE/FIRE Total: 243,943.16 Department: 511 - RECREATION
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA 10170336 05/16/2025 K THOMSEN - Credit Card Charges
001-511-60800 184.80
Department 511 - RECREATION Total: 184.80
Department: 552 - PUBLIC WORKS - PARKS
JOSE RAFAEL RUIZ dba 47505 06/01/2025 JUNE 2025 -

RVP/OVP -
001-552-60800 2,460.00
LOGAN R. FITZGERALD dba 47547 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 -

CH/LIB/PKS -
001-552-60800 990.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 47566 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - COB -

LANDSCAPE
001-552-60800 19,870.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 47566 05/22/2025 05/22/25 - RVP -

TRACTOR MOWING
001-552-60800 1,200.00
Department 552 - PUBLIC WORKS - PARKS Total: 24,520.00
Department: 556 - PUBLIC WORKS - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 47566 05/12/2025 05/12/25 - LIBRARY -

TREE REPLANTING
001-556-60800 575.00
THE VALLEY GARDENER OPERATING INC 47566 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - COB -

LANDSCAPE
001-556-60800 4,640.00
Department 556 - PUBLIC WORKS - LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Total: 5,215.00 Department: 558 - PUBLIC WORKS - GENERAL
CLARK PEST CONTROL 47494 06/02/2025 06/02/25 - CH - PEST 001-558-60800 158.00 CLARK PEST CONTROL 47494 06/02/2025 06/02/25 - PD/CCC -

PEST CONTROL
001-558-60800 203.00
CLARK PEST CONTROL 47494 06/02/2025 06/02/25 - PO - PEST 001-558-60800 113.00 SOLID WASTE SOLUTIONS, INC. 47518 06/01/2025 06/01/25 - SB1383/AB939 -
001-558-60800 49.75
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Amount
Contract Services Detail Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Vendor Name Payment Number Post Date Description (Item) Account Number CLARK PEST CONTROL 47531 04/29/2025 04/29/25 - LIBRARY -

PEST CONTROL
001-558-60800 200.00
CLARK PEST CONTROL 47531 05/22/2025 05/22/25 - LIBRARY -

PEST CONTROL
001-558-60800 200.00
EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 47535 04/01/2025 APR-JUN 2025 - NEW

LIB - MONITORING
001-558-60800 192.00
EXCLUSIVE ALARMS INC 47536 06/12/2025 06/12/25 - LIBRARY -

SERVICE CALL
001-558-60800 460.00
LOGAN R. FITZGERALD dba 47547 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 -

CH/LIB/PKS -
001-558-60800 1,955.00
SP MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC. 47564 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - STREET

SWEEPING SERVICES
001-558-60800 3,806.20
Department 558 - PUBLIC WORKS - GENERAL Total: 7,336.95 Department: 565 - PLANNING
METRO VENTURES LTD 47550 05/30/2025 MAY 2025 - PLNG -

CITY PLANNER
001-565-60800 5,300.00
Department 565 - PLANNING Total: 5,300.00
321,389.71
Fund 001 - General Fund Total: 321,389.71
Fund: 005 - Sewer Fund
Department: 701 - WASTEWATER
FLUID RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. 47500 04/30/2025 04/30/25 - WWTP -

MONTHLY O&M
005-701-60800 3,136.20
UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT 47523 06/01/2025 MAY 2025 -

WTP/WWTP - NEW
005-701-60800 14.25
AUTOSYS LLC 47526 06/17/2025 06/17/25 -

WTP/WWTP - SCADA
005-701-60800 1,605.44
ENGEL & GRAY, INC. 47533 05/31/2025 MAY 2025 - WWTP -

WASTE HANDLING
005-701-60800 9,183.41
Department 701 - WASTEWATER Total: 13,939.30
13,939.30
Fund 005 - Sewer Fund Total: 13,939.30
Fund: 020 - Water Fund
Department: 601 - WATER
UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT 47523 06/01/2025 MAY 2025 -

WTP/WWTP - NEW
020-601-60800 14.25
AUTOSYS LLC 47526 06/17/2025 06/17/25 -

WTP/WWTP - SCADA
020-601-60800 1,605.44
Department 601 - WATER Total: 1,619.69
1,619.69
Fund 020 - Water Fund Total: 1,619.69
Grand Total: 336,948.70
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Contract Services Detail Payment Dates: 6/14/2025 - 6/27/2025 Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
001 - General Fund 321,389.71
005 - Sewer Fund 13,939.30
020 - Water Fund 1,619.69
Grand Total: 336,948.70
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
001-404-60840 Contract Services-Legal Fees 30,209.80
001-410-60800 Contract Services 4,680.00
001-501-60800 Contract Services 243,827.00
001-501-60825 Contract Svcs-Police Sp.Events 116.16
001-511-60800 Contract Services 184.80
001-552-60800 Contract Services 24,520.00
001-556-60800 Contract Services 5,215.00
001-558-60800 Contract Services 7,336.95
001-565-60800 Contract Services 5,300.00
005-701-60800 Contract Services 13,939.30
GM008-070 49.75
Grand Total: 336,948.70
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020-601-60800 Contract Services 1,619.69
Grand Total: 336,948.70
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 336,898.95

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 3
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Rose Hess, Public Works Director
Meeting Date: July 10, 2025
Subject: Approval of Security Reduction/Release for 430/440 Central Avenue Duplexes & ADU
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
In 2024, the first permit for construction was issued for the 430/440 Central Ave Duplex & ADU Project. The project consists of grading, storm drain, sewer, water and sidewalk/ driveway improvements.

As a condition of approval for the development of the site, improvement security associated with the development was posted with the City prior to construction. The project was split into 2 phases: Phase 1 consisted of on-site grading, utilities and stormwater work with required bond amount of $125,200. Phase 2 is the off-site improvements and driveway concrete work with required bond amount of $166,800. Phase 1 was posted with a Cash Deposit in-lieu of a bond to comply with the City’s security requirement.

The grading and onsite improvements have progressed to completion. The developer has requested a release of the security posted for Phase 1. After review by staff and city inspectors, all grading and utility improvements are complete and approved. The on-site improvement security may be reduced, withholding a 5% retention for a 1-year warranty period. If no issues arise within the 1-year warranty period, the remaining retention amount may be released.

FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of the reduction and release of security for the 430/440 Central Ave Duplex & ADU Project will not cause any fiscal impact to the City.

Bond No. Purpose of Bond Current Amount Proposed Amount Cash Deposit
Date 12/03/24
On-site Improvements $125,200 $6,260

Release of Bond Page 2 July 10, 2025

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council accept the on-site grading/utility improvements and authorize the reduction of Security (Cash Deposit) in the amount of $125,200 to $6,260 and the subsequent release upon a successful 1-year warranty period, for the On-site Improvements.

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 4

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Wolfe, City Manager
Meeting Date: July 10, 2025
Subject: Presentation by Central Coast Community Energy ______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
As a 3CE member agency, the City receives an annual update so that the City Council and the public can be made aware of the status of 3CE, as well as its current initiatives, special programs, and progress in developing new energy sources. To deliver this annual update, 3CE will make a brief presentation to the City Council.

This item is informational in nature only, and no action is required of the City Council at this time.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council receive the presentation by 3CE.

ATTACHMENTS

Annual Update Slide Presentation

3CE Annual Update
City of Buellton
July 10, 2025
1

Together,
Power for Good
2

2024 Energy Highlights
Sourced 409 Megawatts
of clean & renewable energy in 2024, enough to power
350,850 households with renewable energy.

Sourcing Renewable Energy
avoided more than 445,000 metric tons of CO2,the
equivalent of taking 105,911 gasoline-powered passenger vehicles off the road for a year.
3

Renewable Energy Progress Megawatts
(Oct.)
4

• Balances intermittent renewables
• Supports stability
• Reduces reliance on fossil fuels
• Drives affordability
• Empowers customers
Battery Energy Storage Systems
Support the Renewable Transition

Supply Trend September 2022
• Labor Day Weekend
2022
• Flex Alert
• Text message from
Governor's Office
6

Supply Trend July 2024
• Independence Day
holiday weekend
2024
7

Utility Scale Battery Safety
8

Willow Rock Energy Storage Center
• Storage is essential for CA's transition to carbon-free energy • Utilizes compressed air to generate power on demand
• Largest compressed air energy storage project in the world • 200 megawatts for 3CE customers
Energy Storage Innovation
Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES)
9

Our Energy Future
New Renewable Energy Projects
10 Aratina Solar + Storage
● 120 MW to power 90,000 homes
Atlas Solar
● 150 MW to power 105,100 homes
Victory Pass Solar + Storage – ONLINE
● 100 MW to power 68,000 homes

Community Engagement
• Ongoing outreach through events, webinars, and
workshops
• Added bilingual staff and expanded translated
materials
• Adopted Underserved Communities Action Plan
• Increased access with interpreters and bilingual
promotion
11

Community Programs
$1,000-4,000
$150,000
Electrify Your
Ride
Electrify
Your Home*
$17,385
$2,500 per unit
New Construction
Electrification
Program
$5,000 ADU
$250,000
Agricultural
Electrification
Program
$75,000
Residential
Battery Rebate
Program
$13,000
12 *Electrify Your Home Program on temporary pause until October 2025.

Public Agency Programs
Fleet &
Charging
Infrastructure Plans
Plan Your
Fleet
Electric Bus
Program
$400,000
Charge Your
Fleet
Up to
$150,000
Electrify
Your Fleet
Up to
$150,000
Reach Codes
Program
Assistance for
development and
adoption
13

Making a Difference
Community Investment
Snapshot of Rebates & Incentives:
● 2,843 electric vehicles
● 2,085 EV chargers
● 1,663 projects for EV readiness
● 38 electric buses
● 746 all-electric water heaters & HVAC systems
● 1,458 all-electric affordable housing units
● 93 all-electric agriculture equipment projects
14

Community Investment
Rebates & Incentives
City of Buellton 3CE Investment:
• $ 62,580 - Ag Electrification
• $ 59,486 - Electrify Your Ride
City of Solvang 3CE Investment:
• $ 150,000 – Ag Electrification
• $ 2,000 – Electrify Your Home
• $ 121,262 – Electrify Your Ride
• 8,400 – Residential Battery Rebate Program
15

Legislative Update
• EV and Home Energy Tax Credits
• Federal Taxes and & Tax Credits
• Resource Adequacy Slice of Day
• Pathways Initiative (SB 540)
16

Thank You!
Contact Us:
• Northern Region: Sophia Schwirzke ([email protected]) • Southern Region: Spencer Brandt ([email protected])
• Senior Advisor for Policy and Legislative Affairs: Das Williams ([email protected])
Learn more & apply for programs at 3Cenergy.org
17

CITY OF BUELLTON
City Council Agenda Staff Report
City Manager Review: SW
Council Agenda Item No.: 5
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Rose Hess, Public Works Director
Meeting Date: July 10, 2025
Subject: Consideration of Protests to Proposed Water and Wastewater Service Fees - Resolution No. 25-23 - “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Setting Forth the Increases to Monthly Water Meter Service Fees and Monthly Wastewater Service Fees in the City of Buellton”
______________________________________________________________________________

BACKGROUND
On May 23, 2024, the City Council approved the contract for the Water and Wastewater Rate Study with Willdan Financial. The water and wastewater rate study provides a comprehensive analysis that will ensure that the cost of service will not exceed either the cost of providing the service or the proportional cost of the service attributable to a particular parcel.

The prior formal rate studies were completed in 2016 and 1996. The City’s characteristics have changed dramatically since 1996 with a sizeable influx of commercial and industrial customers. Only a modest increase was approved in 2016. The City’s operational costs for both water and wastewater have not been sustained through the existing rate structure and have required transfers from those fund reserves. As part of the study, staff worked closely with Willdan Financial and had several meetings with the Rate Committee (Mayor Silva, Council Member Hornick, and staff) to ensure that the direction of the study and the growth projections and financial assumptions were sound. The Final Water and Wastewater Rate Study (Exhibit A) includes a detailed analysis, including cost of service allocation, of how the rates were calculated.

On May 8, 2025, the City Council received the Draft Water and Wastewater Rate Study and approved the Proposition 218 Notice of Public Hearing for Water and Wastewater Rates and directed staff to begin the Proposition 218 Public Hearing Process.

Based on the analysis, the following are the proposed rate structures:

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 2 July 10, 2025
Proposed Water Monthly Service Charges:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 Inch $ 35.51 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 99.53 $ 109.48 $ 120.43 $ 131.26 $ 141.77

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 199.05 $ 218.96 $ 240.85 $ 262.53 $ 283.53

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 597.15 $ 656.87 $ 722.55 $ 787.58 $ 850.59

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 995.25 $ 1,094.78 $ 1,204.26 $ 1,312.64 $ 1,417.65

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,990.51 $ 2,189.56 $ 2,408.51 $ 2,625.28 $ 2,835.30

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 3,184.81 $ 3,503.29 $ 3,853.62 $ 4,200.45 $ 4,536.48 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 14.49 $ 15.94 $ 17.54 $ 19.12 $ 20.65

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 28.99 $ 31.89 $ 35.08 $ 38.23 $ 41.29

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 46.38 $ 51.02 $ 56.12 $ 61.18 $ 66.07 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.41 $ 3.75 $ 4.12 $ 4.49 $ 4.85 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 5.11 $ 5.62 $ 6.19 $ 6.74 $ 7.28
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30:
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 3 July 10, 2025
Proposed Wastewater Monthly Service Charges:
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]:

Single Family Dwelling $ 30.45 $ 58.96 $ 82.54 $ 94.93 $ 99.67 $ 103.66 Multiple Dwelling $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Apts $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Per Additional Unit $ 21.31 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Mobile Home Parks $ 30.45 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit $ 15.22 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 Motels - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Restaurant - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Fast Food/Bar - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Theaters/Banquet - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space $ 15.22 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Schools $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Churches (w/o School) $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Other Commercial - Retail $ 68.44 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Industrial Accounts $ 46.76 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 City Accounts $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Notes:
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.

Description Existing
Rates
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30:

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 4 July 10, 2025
The rates proposed are based on the stipulation to make the Enterprise funds sustainable within the study’s maximum implementation period of 5 years. The full study is provided as Exhibit A to Resolution 25-23 or can be accessed via web-link as shown below.

The following information related to the Study has been posted on the City’s website and provided through Public Outreach -
Water and Sewer Rate Study: https://tinyurl.com/BuelltonRateStudy Public Hearing Notice https://tinyurl.com/RatePHNotice
FAQ’s on the website: https://tinyurl.com/RateStudyFAQ
June 25, 2025 Public Workshop Presentation: https://tinyurl.com/RateWorkshopPresentation A survey of current rate structures (and proposed Year 1 of proposed increase implementation) compared to other local agencies can be found in Attachment 1. Overall, the proposed rates are still one of the lowest in the area. In addition, staff completed a “sample bill” based on Year 1 of proposed increase implementation for various classifications. This can be viewed in the June 25, 2025 Public Workshop Presentation linked above.

Outreach to the community has been provided through presentations at 2 past Council meetings, social media postings and City website postings as provided on the City’s Public Works webpage.

Most recently, the City hosted a separate Public Workshop on the evening of June 25, 2025. The Public Workshop and the FAQs posted attempted to provide clarification to the misinformation being spread through the public about the reasons for the study, the methodology and the “perceived inequity” of the proposed rates. The public was informed that the City has followed the appropriate Proposition 218 process. The information on the study process and public hearing was duly noticed and distributed 45 days prior to the Public Hearing for July 10, 2025. Please refer to Attachment 2, which was distributed in both English and Spanish.

Pursuant to Proposition 218, the City must conduct a Public Hearing regarding the rates. Property owners and tenants may submit written protests to the City anytime up to and including (but must be submitted by the conclusion of) the Public Hearing on July 10, 2025. During this time, the City has received 33 written protests at the time of the preparation of this staff report (Attachment 3). City Council will consider all written protests submitted by the close of the Public Hearing and hear and consider all public comments made at the Public Hearing. Oral comments at the Public Hearing will not qualify as a formal protest unless accompanied by a written protest.

At the conclusion of the Public Hearing, the City Council will determine whether to adopt the proposed rates. If, after the close of the Public Hearing, written protests against the proposed rate increases are not presented by a majority (1084 protests, as there are 2167 parcels in Buellton) of the record owners or record customers of the identified parcels upon which they are proposed to be imposed, the City Council may approve the rate proposed increases.

The following is the schedule for the Proposition 218 process. • City Council Receive Draft Study and Approve Prop 218 Notice – May 8, 2025 • Notices mailed to Property Owners – May 22, 2025
• City Council Public Hearing to Consider Protests – July 10, 2025

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 5 July 10, 2025
• City Council Adopts Rate Resolution – July 10, 2025
• *Rates Effective – August 1, 2025 for FY 25/26 Increase - July 1, 2026 for FY 26//27 Increase
- July 1, 2027 for FY 27/28 Increase
- July 1, 2028 for FY 28/29 Increase
- July 1, 2029 for FY 29/30 Increase
*Note that the City Council has the discretion to modify and identify the actual date on which the rates will be effective.

Discussion:

As a result of feedback from the June 25, 2025, Public Workshop, alternative scenarios were created with snapshots of the forecasted 10-year operating results, the combined water and sewer bill path for a residential customer using 1200 cf of water, and the detailed water rates. A description of the various scenarios included are as follows:
• Original Rate Recommendation (Attachment 4) - Original recommended water revenue projections. This is the baseline result from the study that meets the minimum 180-day reserve target and results in the lowest increase of rates at Year

5. • Water Alternative 1 (Attachment 5) – Delayed the recommended rate adjustments out 2 years so they start in FY 2028.
• Water Alternative 2 (Attachment 6) – Shift the recommended rate adjustments out 2 years, targeting a reserve balance of 180 days.
• Water Alternative 3 (Attachment 7) – Target FY 2030 cash balance without adjustment first 2 years.
• Water Alternative 4 (Attachment 8) – No water adjustment first 5 years.

Staff recommends that the City Council review and discuss the recommendations and the provided alternatives. Should there fail to be a majority of protests by the conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Council may vote to adopt the recommendation or choose an alternative.

FISCAL IMPACT
The Water and Wastewater Rate Study has been budgeted for FY 24/25 and is a shared cost between Water and Wastewater Enterprise Funds. Costs for conducting the Proposition 218 process is included in these budgets. Fiscal Impact is dependent on the action Council proceeds with. Should Council adopt the recommended rates resulting from the Study, revenue projects will increase for both the Water and Wastewater Enterprise funds and the funds will stabilize by Year 5 of implementation. If the process fails or the Council chooses not to implement any rate increases, both the Enterprise funds will continue to deplete, with the Water fund depleted by 2030 and the Sewer Fund depleted 2026.

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 6 July 10, 2025

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a Public Hearing, consider protests to proposed water and wastewater service fees and, if an insufficient number of protests to preclude the rate changes are received, adopt Resolution No. 25-23 - “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Buellton, California, Setting Forth the Increases to Monthly Water Meter Service Fees and Monthly Wastewater Service Fees in the City of Buellton”

ATTACHMENTS
Resolution No. 25-23 (Exhibit A)
Attachment 1 – Local Agency Rate Comparisons
Attachment 2 – Proposition 218 Notice
Attachment 3 – Protest Letters Received as of 7/2/25
Attachment 4 – Recommended Water Revenue Projections
Attachment 5 – Water Alternative 1 – Delay Recommendation by 2 years Attachment 6 – Water Alternative 2 – Shift Recommendation by 2 years, target 180-day reserves Attachment 7 – Water Alternative 3 – Target FY 2030 Cash Balance w/o Adjustment first 2 years Attachment 8 – Water Alternative 4 – No Water Adjustment first 5 years

RESOLUTION NO. 25-23

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF BUELLTON, CALIFORNIA, SETTING FORTH THE

INCREASES TO MONTHLY WATER METER SERVICE

FEES AND MONTHLY WASTEWATER SERVICE FEES IN

THE CITY OF BUELLTON
WHEREAS, the City of Buellton operates and maintains both water and wastewater utilities including treatment, collection and distribution systems, and has determined that the current rate structure does and will not support the current and future costs of the systems; and WHEREAS, the City of Buellton undertook a water and wastewater rate study to evaluate the rate structure to ensure it adequately provided for the maintenance, operation and replacement/rehabilitation of its water and wastewater systems; and WHEREAS, Section 13.56.010 of the Buellton Municipal Code establishes water sales fees and monthly meter charges and provides for the setting of said fee amounts by resolution of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Section 14.40.010 of the Buellton Municipal Code establishes a monthly charge for sewage service by resolution of the City Council; and WHEREAS, all development in the City requires potable water to protect the public’s general welfare, health and safety; and
WHEREAS, the City’s municipal wastewater system furnishes sewer service to each premises connected to the City’s sewer system; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of water sales fees and monthly meter charges fees and sewage service charges is to protect the public health, safety and general welfare by providing adequate potable water and furnish sewer service for the citizens of the City of Buellton and to pay for the cost of providing such service; and
WHEREAS, the fees collected pursuant to this resolution shall be used only to pay for the cost of providing water service and sewer service to the residents and non-residential development of the City of Buellton; and
WHEREAS, there is a reasonable relationship between the types of development on which fees are imposed and the purpose for which such fees will be used as shown in the 2025 Water and Sewer Rates Study; and
WHEREAS, there is a reasonable relationship between the amount of the fee and the cost of services and facilities necessary to deliver water service and sewer service to the residents and non-residential development of the City of Buellton as shown in the 2025 Water and Sewer Rates Study; and

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 2 July 10, 2025
WHEREAS, revenues derived from the rates shall not exceed the funds required to provide the water and sewer service; and
WHEREAS, revenues derived from the rates shall not be used for any purpose other than that for which they are imposed; and
WHEREAS, the amount of the rates imposed upon any parcel or person does not exceed the proportional cost of the service attributable to the parcel; and WHEREAS, on May 8, 2025, at a regular meeting of the City Council, the City presented a water and wastewater rate study, together with proposed increased water and sewer rates and rate structure to the City Council. After review, the City Council accepted the proposed water and wastewater rates and rate structure and directed that City staff provide all notice as required by law of a public hearing to be conducted before the City Council of the City on July 10, 2025, to consider adoption of the proposed water and sewer rates and rate structure; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Article 13D, Section 6, of the California Constitution (e.g., Proposition 218), prior to an increase in water or sewer rates, property owners shall be provided at least 45 days’ notice of a public hearing to consider an increase in any such water and sewer rates together with an explanation of: (1) the amount of the proposed rate increase, (2) the basis on which the rate increase is calculated, (3) the reason for the rate increase, and (4) the date, time and place of a public hearing to consider the rate increase, together with an explanation of the rights of property owners to submit written protests to the proposed rate increase. The proposed rate increases may not be imposed if written protests are submitted by a majority of the property owners subject to the increased rates; and WHEREAS, on May 22, 2025 the City mailed over 5,200 copies a Notice of Proposed Increase in Water and Wastewater Rates and Public Hearing regarding such increases to property owners and to utility customers; and
WHEREAS, on July 10, 2025, prior to the adoption of this Resolution, the City Council conducted and concluded a duly noticed public hearing concerning the proposed water and wastewater rate increase and considered all written and oral comments presented; and WHEREAS, as of the time of such public hearing the City has received six written protests to the proposed water and wastewater rate increase; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), California Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq., the State CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, sections 15000 et seq., and the Environmental Impact Report Guidelines of the City of Buellton, City staff has reviewed the proposed rate increase and recommends that the approval of the rate increase is Statutorily Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 as it applies only to rates to obtain funds necessary to operate and maintain service for the water and wastewater system; and WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites have occurred prior to the adoption of this Resolution.

Resolution No. 25-23 Page 3 July 10, 2025

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUELLTON DOES RESOLVE, DETERMINE, FIND, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby finds that the above recitations are true and correct and, accordingly, are incorporated as a material part of this Resolution.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby finds that the rate increase is Statutorily Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15273 as it applies only to rates to obtain funds necessary to operate and maintain service for the water and sewer system.

SECTION 3. Amount of Fees
a. The amount of water charges shall be as set forth in “Exhibit A” which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. b. The amount of wastewater charges shall be as set forth in “Exhibit A” which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 4. Time of Effectiveness
a. Water and wastewater rate increases will occur over three sets of increases. b. The charges for both water and wastewater will become effective on August 1, 2025, July 1, 2026, July 1, 2027, July 1, 2028 and July 1, 2029, pursuant to “Exhibit A”.

SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED, by the Buellton City Council on the 10th day of July 10, 2025.
__________________________________
David Silva
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Linda Reid
City Clerk

i Water & Sewer Rate Study
July 2, 2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................. i Section 1 – Executive Summary ............................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 1

1.1.1 Water System Background ..................................................................................................... 1

1.1.2 Sewer System Background ..................................................................................................... 1

1.1.3 Rate Study Background .......................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Overview of the Rate Study Process ............................................................................................ 2

1.3 Summary of Proposed Rates .......................................................................................................... 4 Section 2 – Revenue Sufficiency Analysis ........................................................................................... 7

2.1 Financial Planning Principles .......................................................................................................... 7

2.2 Existing Rates ....................................................................................................................................... 7

2.3 Revenue Sufficiency Process ....................................................................................................... 10

2.3.1 Budget ........................................................................................................................................ 10

2.3.2 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) ........................................................................................ 10

2.3.3 Debt Service ............................................................................................................................. 12

2.3.4 Gross and Net Revenue Requirement .............................................................................. 12

2.4 Customers & Billable Flows ............................................................................................................ 13

2.4.1 Customer Billing Analysis ........................................................................................................ 13

2.5 Financial Projections Under Existing Rates ................................................................................ 14 Section 3 – Cost-of-Service (COS) Analysis ...................................................................................... 17

3.1 General .............................................................................................................................................. 17

3.2 Water Cost-of-Service .................................................................................................................... 17

3.2.1 Peaking Factors ....................................................................................................................... 17

3.2.2 Functional Unbundling of Revenue Requirements ........................................................ 19

3.2.3 Classification of Water System Costs ................................................................................. 20

3.2.4 Allocation to Customer Classes and Unit Cost Development .................................... 21

3.2.5 Rate Design by Unit Cost ....................................................................................................... 23

3.2.6 Cost-of-Service and Revenue Check ............................................................................... 28

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3.3 Sewer Cost-of-Service .................................................................................................................... 29

3.3.1 Functional Unbundling of Revenue Requirements ........................................................ 29

3.3.2 Classification of Revenue Requirements .......................................................................... 30

3.3.3 Allocation to Customer Classes and Unit Cost Development .................................... 31

3.3.4 Cost-of-Service and Revenue Check ............................................................................... 33 Section 4 – Proposed Test Year Rates ................................................................................................ 35

4.1 General .............................................................................................................................................. 35

4.2 Typical Monthly Bill Comparison .................................................................................................. 38

4.3 Rate Comparison with Other Utilities ......................................................................................... 40 Section 5 – Projected Operating Results ............................................................................................ 42

5.1 General .............................................................................................................................................. 42

5.2 Projected User Rate Revenues .................................................................................................... 42

5.3 Debt Service Coverage................................................................................................................. 47

5.4 Summary of Projected Operating Results ................................................................................ 48 Section 6 – Conclusions and Recommendations ............................................................................. 50

6.1 Disclaimers ............................................................................................................................................... 50

6.1.1 General Disclaimer ................................................................................................................. 50

6.1.2 Municipal Advisory Disclaimer ............................................................................................. 50

6.2 Conclusions ....................................................................................................................................... 51

6.3 Recommendations ......................................................................................................................... 52

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Section 1 – Executive Summary

1.1 Introduction
Willdan Financial Services (Willdan) is pleased to submit to the City of Buellton (City) the Water and Sewer Rate Study report (Report) for your consideration. Willdan has completed the study of the City’s water and sewer rates and summarized the results of the investigations, analyses, and conclusions in this Report.

1.1.1 Water System Background
The City currently has four (4) wells as part of the water supply system: three (3) shallow wells in the Santa Ynez Underflow and one (1) in the Buellton Uplands. The City also has two additional wells, located in the Santa Ynez Underflow. However, both wells are used solely for irrigation purposes for the Zaca Creek Golf Course and for hillside/field irrigation at the “Willemsen Ranch”.

The City is also a participant of the State Water Project through the Central Coast Water Authority (CCWA). CCWA owns and operates water treatment facilities and a pipeline that delivers water from the State Water Project to the project participants in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. The City has one (1) turn-out from the CCWA pipeline that delivers water directly to the City’s distribution system.

The City of Buellton’s water is supplied by groundwater and supplemented by the State Water Project when necessary. The City’s groundwater basins are informally managed by the Santa Ynez River Water Conservation District. The City contributes to the replenishment of groundwater by discharging secondary treated effluent into infiltration basins from the City’s wastewater treatment plant.

The City also has two water treatment facilities. The McMurray Water Treatment Plant, which treats water pumped from the three wells in the Santa Ynez River Underflow; and The City’s 246 Water Treatment Plant, which treats water pumped from the one well located in the Buellton Uplands.

1.1.2 Sewer System Background
The sewer collection system consists of approximately twenty (20) miles of pipelines and is predominantly clay pipe. Most of the sewer collection system consists of gravity pipelines, which vary in size from six (6) to fifteen (15) inches in diameter, and there are approximately 850 feet of force mains. There are two (2) public sewer lift stations located in the City's service area, which are operated by City Staff and maintained through contracted services. The two lift stations are identified as Riverview Park Lift Station and Zaca Creek Golf course lift station. Maintenance access to the gravity sewers is provided by 379 manholes and several structures, such as cleanouts and inspection holes. The collected wastewater is conveyed

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to the City’s wastewater treatment plant for treatment and disposal. The current wastewater treatment plant has a rated capacity of 0.65 million gallons per day (MGD).

1.1.3 Rate Study Background
The City has focused a significant amount of attention and effort on strategic planning measures in all areas of utility operations to ensure that it is able to maintain critical utility infrastructure, provide a stable and well-functioning water system that delivers uninterrupted service to its customers, and so that it remains prepared for the future. As part of its ongoing strategic planning efforts, the City commissioned Willdan to perform a water and sewer rate study to analyze the revenue sources and expenditures of the water and sewer utility systems and provide recommendations for proposed rate and/or rate structure adjustments to meet the financial and administrative goals and objectives of the City. The primary objectives of the rate study include:
 Full recovery of costs related to utility operations (i.e., operating and maintenance costs, debt, and other expenditure requirements);
 Cost-based rate structures;
 Consistency with American Water Works (AWWA) and Water Environment Federation (WEF) guidelines;
 Equity among customer classes;
 Meeting substantive and procedural Proposition 218 requirements;  Administrative efficiency (i.e., easy to understand and implement); and  5-Year capital funding plan.

1.2 Overview of the Rate Study Process
This study includes the development and presentation of a pro-forma water and sewer financial plan for a 5-year planning period, as well as the development of cost-based rates through a cost-of-service and rate design analysis. Utility rates must be set at a level such that operating, maintenance, debt, and capital expenses are funded with the revenues received from customers. In addition, the revenues generated from utility rates must only be used for this purpose and for each system separately. This is a significant point, as failure to achieve the revenues needed can lead to unacceptable service levels and inadequately maintained facilities. Therefore, a rate study typically consists of the following three interrelated analyses:

I. Financial Planning/Revenue Requirement Analysis: Creates a five-year plan to support an orderly, efficient program of on-going maintenance and operating costs, capital improvement and routine system component replacement activities. In addition, the plan should fund and maintain appropriate reserve

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balances based on industry standards, as well as the City’s fiscal policies and specific needs.

II. Cost-of-Service Analysis: Identifies and apportions annual revenue requirements (i.e., expenditures) to operational and functional cost components based on the demand placed on the utility system. The purpose of this analysis is to develop rates that generate revenues relatively proportionate to the share of each utility’s costs. This objective is consistent with industry standards as well as the requirements of Proposition 218 (Prop 218).

III. Rate Design: Develops an equitable and proportionate fixed/variable schedule of rates for the City’s customer base. The policy objectives are coordinated with Prop 218 requirements and cost-of-service objectives to achieve a balance between customer equity and financial stability goals. The balance of fixed and variable charges considers the need for a stable revenue source (the fixed charge) and accounts for customers placing higher costs on the system (through higher water and sewer use) by incurring a higher bill reflective of their impact on the system (the variable component).

This rate study utilizes generally accepted rate-making principles and standards established by industry experts such as the AWWA in its “M1 - Principles of Water Rates Fees and Charges” manual and WEF in its “Financing and Charges for Sewer Systems, Manual of Practice No. 27”. The principles established by these entities are used as guidelines in the development of the proposed rates for water and sewer. A discussion of some of the key principles of ratemaking is presented in the following subsection of this Report.

Rate Design Analysis
Considers both the level and structure of the rate design to collect the appropiate and targeted level of revenues.

Cost of Service Analysis
Allocates the revenue requirements to the fixed/variable cost components based on cost of service.

Revenue Requirement Analysis
Compares the revenues to the expenses of the utility
to determine the overall rate adjustment required.I

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1.3 Summary of Proposed Rates
The rate study methodology applied in the development of updated water and sewer rates, outlined in this Report, consisted of reviewing the historical operating results of the water and sewer utility systems, analyzing the budget to identify the net revenue requirements to be recovered from user rate revenues, performing general cost-of-service allocations based on the rate components and functional cost categories, and revising the rates based on the applicable costs and expenditures to be recovered from user rates. In addition, an analysis of the system customers and usage characteristics was performed to identify the rate determinants since they drive the recommended rates, which are the primary source for generating revenues. The allocated revenue requirements were utilized in conjunction with the rate determinants and rate structure to develop the proposed water and sewer rates.

The findings and conclusions of the rate analysis, as well as the resulting rate recommendations, were utilized to develop a projection of future operating results for a 5- year planning period from Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 (beginning July 1, 2025) through FY 2030 (ending June 30, 2030), herein referred to as the “Projection Period”. The purpose for developing the 5-year projections is to demonstrate the financial capability of the water and sewer revenues to support system operations and fund planned capital improvements. The analyses, findings and accompanying recommendations are presented in the subsequent sections of the Report.

The water and sewer rate analyses described in the Report are performed based on the general guidelines of the defined objectives, as well as common industry standards for setting utility rates. In addition to focusing on these major objectives, the rate analyses performed herein will consider other factors in designing rates. As will be discussed in detail later in the Report, such other rate considerations generally include sensitivity to the impact on existing customers, the relative comparability with neighboring utilities and the City’s existing rate structure. The proposed water and sewer rates for assumed implementation effective August 1, 2025 (or other such date as determined by the City) for FY 2025/26 (FY 2026, herein referred to as the “Test Year”) are provided in Tables 1 and 2, respectively. The existing rates are provided in Tables 3 and 4, respectively.

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Table 1 – Proposed Monthly Water Rates
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch 39.81 $

1.0 Inch 99.53 $

1.5 Inch $ 199.05

2.0 Inch $ 318.48

3.0 Inch $ 597.15

4.0 Inch $ 995.25

6.0 Inch $ 1,990.51

8.0 Inch $ 3,184.81
Hydrant $ 318.48
Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 39.81
Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch 14.49 $

6.0 Inch 28.99 $

8.0 Inch $ 46.38
Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City 3.41 $
Hydrant $ 5.11
Notes:

Description Rate
[1] All "Additional Dwelling Units" will be billed at the 5/8- 3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

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Table 2 – Proposed Monthly Sewer Rates
Description Rate
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]
:

Single Family Dwelling 58.96 $
Multiple Dwelling 42.54 $
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos 42.54 $
Multi Family - Apts 42.54 $
Multi Family - Per Additional Unit 42.54 $
Mobile Home Parks 46.62 $
Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit 46.62 $
Motels - Service 33.80 $
Restaurant - Service 33.80 $
Fast Food/Bar - Service 33.80 $
Theaters/Banquet - Service 33.80 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) 33.80 $
Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space 33.80 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) 33.80 $
Schools 33.80 $
Churches (w/o School) 33.80 $
Other Commercial - Retail 33.80 $
Industrial Accounts 33.80 $
City Accounts 33.80 $
Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet [2]
:

Single Family Dwelling - $
Multiple Dwelling - $
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos - $
Multi Family - Apts - $
Mobile Home Parks - $
Motels - Service 4.36 $
Restaurant - Service 4.36 $
Fast Food/Bar - Service 4.36 $
Theaters/Banquet - Service 4.36 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) - $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) 4.36 $
Schools 1.66 $
Churches (w/o School) 1.66 $
Other Commercial - Retail 4.36 $
Industrial Accounts - Normal 1.54 $
Industrial Accounts - High 6.95 $
City Accounts 1.66 $
Notes:
[2] Under the proposed rates, non-residential customers will pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet for all usage.
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.

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Section 2 – Revenue Sufficiency Analysis

2.1 Financial Planning Principles
While the individual rates for each of the utility systems vary based on a variety of factors, rates should be consistent with common rate-making principles within the utility industry. The guiding principle is that rates designed for any utility should provide a reasonable balance between several key factors. In general, the utility rates should:
 Generate a stable revenue stream that, when combined with other sources of funds, is sufficient to meet the expenditure requirements and goals of the system;  Be based upon the proportionate cost of providing the service and not exceed the cost of providing the service – in compliance with California Proposition 218;  Be equitable – that is, they should generate revenue from customer classes in a manner which is reasonably in proportion to the cost to provide service to that customer class;
 Be easy to understand by customers; and
 Be easy to administer by the utility.

Striking the appropriate balance between the principles of ratemaking is the result of a detailed process of evaluation of revenue requirements and cost-of-service, and how those translate into the rate design alternatives which meet legal requirements and the specific objectives of the utility under the circumstances in which it operates.

2.2 Existing Rates
The City has established user rates for water and sewer service that are applied to retail customers of the system. The rates charged for water and sewer services are approved by the City Council and are not subject to administrative review or approval by any other local or state agency. The City has historically adjusted rates, as necessary, to provide for recovery of financial obligations including operating expenses, debt service, capital expenditures and any other expenses and transfers.

The existing water rates consist of 1) a monthly fixed charge that designates the minimum amount a customer will pay regardless of their water usage, and 2) a uniform volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet. The monthly fixed charge varies based on the meter size for all customers, except for multi-family customers. Multi-family customers pay the 5/8”-3/4” meter charge for the first dwelling unit, plus a per “Additional Dwelling Unit” charge for each additional dwelling unit. The volumetric rates are uniform such that the rate per 100 cubic feet remains the same for each respective customer type regardless of the amount of water usage. The existing rates for water service are provided in Table 3.

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Table 3 – Existing Monthly Water Rates
The existing sewer rates consist of 1) monthly fixed charges that apply to different types residential customers by dwelling unit regardless of their usage, 2) monthly fixed charges that apply to different types of non-residential customers by account, which include 1,400 cubic feet of usage, and 2) a volumetric rate component per 100 cubic feet that recovers the costs of collection and treatment of wastewater by customer type. The volumetric rate component only applies to non-residential customers. Non-residential customers do not pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet until their monthly usage exceeds 1,400 cubic feet.

The existing rates for sewer service are provided in Table 4.

Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch 35.51 $

1.0 Inch 96.89 $

1.5 Inch 191.90 $

2.0 Inch 301.60 $

3.0 Inch 646.19 $

4.0 Inch 1,176.31 $

6.0 Inch 2,511.90 $

8.0 Inch 3,364.78 $
Hydrant 50.00 $
Additional Dwelling Units 24.86 $
Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers: $ -

4.0 Inch 19.29 $

6.0 Inch 28.53 $

8.0 Inch 38.58 $
Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City 2.98 $
Hydrant 12.69 $
Description Rate

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Table 4 – Existing Monthly Sewer Rates
Description Rate
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]
:

Single Family Dwelling 30.45 $
Multiple Dwelling 30.45 $
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos 30.45 $
Multi Family - Apts 30.45 $
Multi Family - Per Additional Unit 21.31 $
Mobile Home Parks 30.45 $
Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit 15.22 $
Motels - Service 60.72 $
Restaurant - Service 60.72 $
Fast Food/Bar - Service 60.72 $
Theaters/Banquet - Service 60.72 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) 60.72 $
Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space 15.22 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) 60.72 $
Schools 29.98 $
Churches (w/o School) 29.98 $
Other Commercial - Retail 68.44 $
Industrial Accounts 46.76 $
City Accounts 60.72 $
Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet [2]
:

Single Family Dwelling - $
Multiple Dwelling - $
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos - $
Multi Family - Apts - $
Mobile Home Parks - $
Motels - Service 6.05 $
Restaurant - Service 6.05 $
Fast Food/Bar - Service 6.05 $
Theaters/Banquet - Service 6.05 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) - $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) 6.05 $
Schools 0.56 $
Churches (w/o School) 0.56 $
Other Commercial - Retail 6.05 $
Industrial Accounts - Normal 7.26 $
Industrial Accounts - High 7.26 $
City Accounts - $
Notes:
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage. [2] Under the existing rates, non-residential customers pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet once they exceed 1,400 cubic feet of usage.

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2.3 Revenue Sufficiency Process
In evaluating whether the existing rates will generate sufficient revenue to meet the expenditure requirements of the water and sewer systems, the annual expenditures required for each utility (herein referred to as the “Revenue Requirements”) were developed. The Revenue Sufficiency Analysis compares the forecasted revenues for each utility system under existing rates (including customer growth) to the projected Revenue Requirements.

2.3.1 Budget
The Revenue Sufficiency Analysis performed as part of this study and summarized in this Report utilizes the City’s Adopted Budget for FY 24/25 (the “Budget” for FY ending June 30, 2025) as one variable to determine the gross Revenue Requirement to be recovered from user rates over the Projection Period. The Budget, as prepared by the City, is provided on a line-item basis, and is used for projecting the budgeted financial needs for the Test Year and the remainder of the Projection Period. In developing the rate analysis, certain adjustments are made such that expenditures are categorized into either Operating and Maintenance (O&M) expenses or non-operating expenses. In addition, only recurring costs included in the current Budget were included as part of the Revenue Sufficiency Analysis for the entirety of the Projection Period. One-time costs were identified and evaluated in discussions with City Staff and removed if appropriate. Recurring annual costs were escalated using suitable indexes or escalation factors, again in discussion with City Staff. The O&M expenses are primarily those ongoing costs for labor, materials, chemicals, electricity, supplies, services, etc., required to manage and operate the utility system on a day-to-day basis while maintaining a dependable level of service. The O&M requirements are generally a function of a budgetary process and are directly related to the level of service provided to customers of the utility system. The non-operating expenses include such items as capital outlay and any other expenses & transfers.

The Budget also identifies estimated revenues to be derived from sources other than the retail water and sewer user rates. Such other revenue sources include interest earnings on investments, set-up fees, late charges, permits, and various other miscellaneous service charges. The revenues generated from the other sources are applied to the gross Revenue Requirements to reduce the amount of revenue required from user rates. The result is the net Revenue Requirement.

2.3.2 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
The City provided a list of anticipated capital projects to be funded over the Projection Period. These are also included in the development of the gross Revenue Requirements. The capital projects provided by and identified by the City in the CIP are required to modernize and upgrade the system to maintain uninterrupted service to customers by investing in improvements, repairs, or replacements of aging system components as they wear over time. The CIP also includes projects necessary to maintain compliance with State mandated

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standards for water quality. The City provided cost estimates for the identified capital projects by the fiscal year in which they are estimated to be undertaken for each system.

The funding for these capital projects was then used in the analysis, along with O&M and non-operating expenses, to determine the gross Revenue Requirements for both the water and sewer systems. The capital projects included in the CIP (represented in $1,000s), along with the assumed funding sources by fiscal year, for the Projection Period are provided in Tables 5 and 6.

Table 5 – Water CIP ($1,000s)
Table 6 – Sewer CIP ($1,000s)
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Water Capital Projects
603- Water Treatment Plant Facilities Improvement $ 200 200$ 200$ 200$ $ 1,050 250 $ 605- Water Treatment Plant Backwash Reclamation 100 100 100 100 - 400 607- Water Meter Upgrades ------
609- Supplemental Well/Storage/Water Treatment Plant Feasibility 100 100 - - - 200 610- Water Distribution System Improvement 100 100 100 100 150 550 613- Reservoir No. 2 Roof Replacement ------
6xx- New Reservoir 200 750 750 - - 1,700
6xx- Water Distribution System MP Implementation 300 300 300 300 300 1,500 6xx-Water Treatment Plant MP Implementation - - - - 2,000 2,000 6xx- SCADA Upgrades (Water) 200 100 - - - 300
6xx- Reservoir 1 Roof Replacement 750 750 - - - 1,500
6xx-Reservoir 3 Roof Replacement - - 1,500 1,500 - 3,000 6xx= McMurray WTP Generator 700 - - - - 700
Total Water Capital Projects $ 2,400 2,650 $ 2,950 $ 2,200 $ 2,700$ 12,900 $ Capital Funding Source
Cash $ 2,400$ 2,950$ 2,200$ 2,700$ 12,900 2,650 $
Grant ------
Debt ------

DIF ------
Total Capital Funding $ 2,400 2,650 $ 2,950 $ 2,200 $ 2,700$ 12,900 $ Description Total Fiscal Year Ending June 30,
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Sewer projects
704- Sewer Line Replacement 250 $ 250$ 250$ 250$ 300 $ 1,300$ 706- Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Improvement 400 400 400 400 450 2,050 710- Wastewater Treatment Plant Lift Station and Plant Power Reliability - - - - - - 7xx- SCADA Upgrades (Sewer) 200 100 - - - 300
7xx- Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical Improvements 75 150 150 - - 375 7xx-Wastewater Treatment Plant MP Improvements 300 300 300 300 300 1,500 7xx- Wastewater Treatment Plant Lab Building Replacement 250 - - - - 250 Total Sewer projects $ 1,200$ 1,100$ 1,475 950$ 1,050$ 5,775$ Capital Funding Source
Cash $ 1,200$ 1,100$ 1,475 $ 1,050 950 $ 5,775$
Grant ------
Debt ------

DIF ------
Total Capital Funding $ 1,200$ 1,100$ 1,475 950$ 1,050$ 5,775$ Description Total Fiscal Year Ending June 30,

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2.3.3 Debt Service
The City currently has no outstanding debt associated with either the water or sewer utility system. Based on discussions with the City, there are also no anticipated future debt issuances expected to occur over the Projection Period. Therefore, no annual debt service payments or debt service ratio calculations are included in the analysis and Projection Period.

2.3.4 Gross and Net Revenue Requirement
The proposed water and sewer rates developed in the Report are designed for assumed implementation in FY 2025/26 (the Test Year as previously defined). The projected Test Year gross and net Revenue Requirements are estimated by utilizing the Budget, capital estimates and assumed funding sources for capital projects as provided by the City, along with anticipated transfers to reserves for funding capital projects. The Test Year Revenue Requirements that are used for developing the user rates proposed herein are detailed in Appendix A at the end of this report and summarized in Table 7.

Table 7 – Test Year Revenue Requirements – FY 2026
The projected Revenue Requirements for the water and sewer systems over the entire Projection Period are provided in Tables 8 and 9.

Table 8 – Water Revenue Requirements for the Projection Period Description Water Wastewater Total
Total O&M 2,076,541 $ 1,497,019 $ $ 3,573,560
Existing Capital Lease 102,165 64,635 166,801
Other Expenditures & Transfers 881,118 278,005 1,159,122 Gross Revenue Requirement 3,059,824 $ 1,839,659 $ 4,899,483 $ Less Other Revenues (140,770) (35,650) (176,420)
Net Revenue Requirement $ 1,804,009 2,919,054 $ 4,723,063 $ 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Total O&M 2,076,541 $ 2,188,848 $ 2,272,154 $ 2,338,329 $ 2,436,930 $ Existing Capital Lease 102,165 107,161 95,699 117,768 123,396 Future Debt Service - - - - -
Other Expenditures & Transfers 881,118 1,080,390 1,359,247 1,623,987 1,868,278 Gross Revenue Requirement 3,059,824 $ 3,376,399 $ 3,727,100 $ 4,080,084 $ 4,428,604 $ Less Other Revenues (140,770) (140,770) (140,770) (140,770) (140,770) Net Revenue Requirement $ 3,235,629 2,919,054 $ 3,586,330 $ 3,939,314 $ 4,287,834 $ Description Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30,

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Table 9 – Sewer Revenue Requirements for the Projection Period

2.4 Customers & Billable Flows
The rate study is heavily reliant upon a detailed analysis of system customers and accompanying usage and demand characteristics. The existing utility customer base and metered/billable flows provide the determinants utilized in the cost-of-service analysis, and ultimately in calculating the monthly user rates and charges, which become the foundation for projecting future revenues generated by the water and sewer systems.

It is important to note that the customer and flow analysis focuses primarily on the customer classifications that will be subject to and impacted by the user rates and charges to be developed in the Report. This consists of the general service (retail) customers that currently pay for utility services pursuant to the existing user rates and charges as previously detailed.

For the purposes of the rate study, it is these customers and their accompanying usage characteristics that will generate revenues based upon the proposed user rates and charges.

2.4.1 Customer Billing Analysis
For the rate study, detailed monthly billing information was provided for each customer. This data offered a breakdown of water and sewer customers by class, usage characteristics and billed charges. The historical billing data was queried from the City’s electronic billing records. An analysis of the billing data was conducted to obtain an understanding of existing customers, customer classes, demand and usage characteristics, and metered usage per customer class. In accordance with the data, as well as discussions with the City staff, the utility system provides service to various identifiable retail customer classes consisting of:
 Single-Family Residential
 Multi-Family Residential
 Commercial/Non-Residential
 Industrial, and
 Institutional.
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Total O&M 1,497,019 $ 1,552,335 $ 1,609,811 $ 1,669,540 $ 1,731,615 $ Existing Capital Lease 64,635 67,796 60,544 74,506 78,067 Future Debt Service - - - - -
Other Expenditures & Transfers 278,005 964,789 1,323,347 1,425,265 1,515,033 Gross Revenue Requirement 1,839,659 $ 2,584,920 $ 2,993,702 $ 3,169,311 $ 3,324,715 $ Less Other Revenues (35,650) (35,650) (35,650) (35,650) (35,650) Net Revenue Requirement $ 2,549,270 1,804,009 $ 2,958,052 $ 3,133,661 $ 3,289,065 $ Description Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30,

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Each of these customer classes embodies certain common characteristics in their utility use and service demand profiles that provide the basis for establishing an equitable allocation of system costs. The billing data was utilized to identify the number of customer accounts and dwelling units within each class, the applicable equivalent residential units (ERUs), the metered/billable usage profiles, and sewer strength characteristics.

The historical customer data was also utilized to establish growth trends for each customer classification. The growth trends were then used to project the average number of customers within each class for the Test Year plus the remaining years of the Projection Period.

2.5 Financial Projections Under Existing Rates
The projected customers and accompanying billable flows were applied to the existing rates to develop a projection of user revenues that would be generated under existing rates. The revenues are then compared to the projected revenue requirements/expenditures to determine if revenue adjustments are needed. Based on this comparison, it is projected that under the existing rates, neither the water nor sewer systems would meet their collective projected O&M financial obligations, cost of capital projects, and transfers that are anticipated to be funded with cash reserves. Therefore, revenue increases are required to generate additional cash to fund projected costs of operations and capital projects and maintain adequate cash reserves. In addition, the City has an established policy objective of maintaining at least 180 days of cash reserves to help fund ongoing operations in the event of periodic fluctuations in cash flow, and to address unexpected needs that may require cash funding. The cash-flow statements outlining the projected operating results under existing rates are summarized in Tables 10 and 11 for the water and sewer systems, respectively. The proposed rates and projected financial results are addressed in the subsequent sections of this Report.

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Table 10 – Water System Projected Operating Results Under Existing Rates ($1,000s) Existing
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenues:

Water Sales 2,605 $ 2,625$ 2,645$ 2,666$ 2,687$
Other Revenues 141 141 141 141 141
Total Revenues $ 2,766$ 2,786 2,746 $ 2,807$ 2,828 $
O&M Expenses (2,077) (2,189) (2,272) (2,338) (2,437)
Capital Lease (102) (107) (118) (123) (96)
Net Operating Results $ 470$ 418 568 $ 351 $ 267$
Other Expenditures & Transfers:

Capital Outlay $ (24) (79)$ (25)$ (26) $ (27) $
Transfers In - - - - -
Transfers Out - - - - -
Total Other Expenditures & Transfers $ (24) (79)$ (25)$ (26)$ (27)$ Net Results $ 391$ 393 544 $ 325 $ 241$
Fund Balance Activity:

Operating Fund
Beginning Balance $ 10,241 1,024$ 1,079$ 1,121$ $ 647
Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Operations 544 391 393 325 241 Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Capital Fund (9,760) (335) (352) (799) (887) Total Operating Fund Balance $ 1,079$ 1,121 1,024 $ $ 647 (0)$ Operating Fund - Days Cash on Hand 180.00 180.00 180.00 100.95 0.00 Capital Fund
Beginning Balance $ (1,047) 3,999$ 1,401$ 6,064$ $ 0
Net Transfers In/(Out) from/(to) Operating Fund 335 9,760 352 799 887 Cash Funded Capital Projects (2,650) (2,400) (2,950) (2,200) (2,700) Total Capital Fund Balance $ 3,999$ 1,401 6,064 $ $ (1,813) 0 $ Ending Fund Balance $ 5,079$ 2,522 7,088 $ $ (1,813) 647 $ Debt Coverage N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, ($1,000s)

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Table 11 – Sewer System Projected Operating Results Under Existing Rates ($1,000s) Existing
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenues:

Wastewater Sales 1,244 $ 1,256$ 1,267$ 1,278$ 1,290$
Other Revenues 36 36 36 36 36
Total Revenues $ 1,291$ 1,303 1,280 $ 1,314$ 1,326 $
O&M Expenses (1,497) (1,552) (1,610) (1,670) (1,732)
Capital Lease (68) (61) (75) (78) (65)
Net Operating Results $ (282) (329)$ $ (368) (430)$ $ (484) Other Expenditures & Transfers:

Capital Outlay $ (26) (27)$ (83)$ (28) $ (29) $
Transfers In - - - - -
Transfers Out - - - - -
Total Other Expenditures & Transfers $ (26) (27)$ (83)$ (28)$ (29)$ Net Results $ (308) (355)$ $ (450) (458)$ $ (513)
Fund Balance Activity:

Operating Fund
Beginning Balance $ 2,491 $ 562 $ (450)$ (0) $ (908)
Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Operations (308) (355) (450) (458) (513) Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Capital Fund (1,621) (207) - - - Total Operating Fund Balance $ 562 (0)$ (450) $ $ (1,421) (908) $ Operating Fund - Days Cash on Hand 137.06 0.00 -102.06 -198.56 -299.54 Capital Fund
Beginning Balance $ (146) $ (993)$ (2,093)$ - (3,043)$
Net Transfers In/(Out) from/(to) Operating Fund 207 1,621 - - - Cash Funded Capital Projects (1,475) (1,200) (1,100) (950) (1,050) Total Capital Fund Balance $ (993)$ (2,093) - $ $ (3,043) $ (4,093) Ending Fund Balance $ (993)$ (2,543) 562 $ $ (3,951) $ (5,514) Debt Coverage N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, ($1,000s)

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Section 3 – Cost-of-Service (COS) Analysis

3.1 General
The costs incurred by a utility system are generally driven by specific service requirements imposed on the system by its customers. For water systems, the primary service requirements that drive costs include annual flow volumes, peaking flow volumes (i.e., peak day, and peak hour), the number of customers and the types of customers served. For sewer systems, the primary service requirements that drive costs include annual sewer volumes, sewer strength such as Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) and Total Suspended Solids (TSS), and the number and types of customers served.

There are several different options that can be used to perform a COS analysis, and the allocation methodology depends upon the basis applied. The water COS analysis performed for this rate study utilizes a common industry approach known as the base-extra capacity method. The sewer COS analysis involves an examination of the types of customers being served in accordance with the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Revenue Program Guidelines for Wastewater Agencies.

3.2 Water Cost-of-Service
The COS utilizes the Revenue Requirements for the Test Year as a cost basis. The Test Year Revenue Requirements, as identified in the previous section of the Report, are functionally unbundled, classified and allocated to customer classes to determine the proportionate COS by class. More detail relating to the water COS approach can be found in Appendix B.

3.2.1 Peaking Factors
System-wide peaking factors are used to derive the cost component allocation bases for Base Delivery and Max Day costs. Base Delivery represents average daily demand during the year, which has been normalized to a factor of 1.00. Based on data provided by City staff, the average water demand was .792 million gallons per day (MGD) and the Max Day water demand was 1.583 MGD in the most recent full year. The Max Day peaking factor shows that the system-wide Max Day demand is 1.999 (1.583 Max Day MGD divided by .792 Base Delivery) times greater than the average daily demand. The system-wide peaking factors are shown in Table 12.

The Max Day allocations are calculated as follows:

Base Delivery: .792 / 1.583 x 100% = 50.03%
Max Day: (1.583-.792) / 1.583 x 100% = 49.97%

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Table 12 – Peaking Factors System-Wide
Max Day customer-specific peaking factors are then developed, based on the maximum monthly usage divided by average monthly usage for each customer class. Since daily peaking statistics are not available for individual customer classes, the maximum month peaking factor from the customer/billing data is used as a proxy for the Max Day peaking factors. Using the customer billing data, peaking factors by customer class were calculated as shown in Table 13.

Table 13 – Peaking Factors by Customer Class
Once peaking factors are determined, the Max Day demand of each customer class is calculated and shown in Table 14. Total annual usage is derived from the customer data and then converted to an average daily usage by dividing the total annual usage by 365 days in a year. Total Max Day capacity is developed by multiplying the customer-specific peaking factor (from Table 13) by the average daily usage to arrive at the total capacity required to meet each class’s Max Day demand. The extra capacity required to meet Max Day demand is calculated by subtracting the average daily usage from the total required capacity for Max Day. The calculation of additional capacity to meet the Max Day demand for each customer class is shown is shown in Table 14.

Description Demand
(MGD) Factor Base Max Day Total
Avg Day 0.792 1.000 100.00% 0.00% 100.00%
Max Day 1.583 1.999 50.03% 49.97% 100.00%
Description
Max Day
Peaking
Factor
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City
All Flow 1.59
Hydrant
All Flow 2.19
Sprinkler
All Flow 0.00

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Table 14 – Usage and Extra Capacity

3.2.2 Functional Unbundling of Revenue Requirements
The water system costs are unbundled into operating components consisting of Supply/Treatment, Transmission, Distribution, Customer, and Administration functions. These are the primary services provided by most water utility systems to their customers. A brief description of each component is as follows:
 Supply/Treatment – the costs associated with obtaining and converting raw water to potable water;
 Transmission – the costs associated with major pumping and large diameter line facilities that transmit potable water throughout the system at-large;  Distribution – the costs associated with smaller diameter lines that carry water to individual customer properties;
 Customer – the costs associated with metering, billing, and providing other services to customers (e.g., printing, delivering and collecting utility bills, recordkeeping, etc.);
 Administration – various overhead and other non-operating costs.

The allocation of the functionally unbundled revenue requirements for the Test Year are summarized in Table 15.

Total Annual
Flow (CCF)
Average
Daily Flow
(CCF)
Peaking
Factor
Total
Capacity
(CCF/Day)
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City
All Flow 421,883.84 1,155.85 1.59 1,843.32
Hydrant
All Flow 2,016.00 5.52 2.19 12.11
Sprinkler
All Flow - - - -
Total 423,899.84 1,161.37 1,855.43
Description
Flow Max Day

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Table 15 – Functionally Unbundled Cost Allocations

3.2.3 Classification of Water System Costs
As previously addressed, the functionally unbundled water system Revenue Requirements are then classified using the base-extra capacity cost allocation method. Applying this methodology, costs are classified into the following categories:
 Base Costs – capital costs and O&M expenses associated with service to customers under average demand conditions. This category does not include any costs attributable to variations in water use resulting from peaks in demand. Base costs tend to vary directly with the total quantity of water used.  Maximum Day/Extra Capacity Costs – costs attributable to facilities that are designed to meet peaking requirements. These costs include capital and operating costs for additional plant and system capacity beyond that required for average usage.
 Meter Costs - costs associated with meter maintenance, meter service, and other meter maintenance and operation-related costs.

Description Test Year
2026
Total O&M 2,076,541 $
Existing Capital Lease 102,165
Future Debt Service -
Other Expenditures & Transfers 881,118
Gross Revenue Requirement 3,059,824 $
Less Other Revenues (140,770)
Net Revenue Requirement $ 2,919,054
Functional Unbundled Revenue Requirement
Treatment 950,756 $
Transmission & Distribution 209,873
Admin 915,912
Existing Capital Lease 102,165
New Bond DS -
CIP 2,650,000
Capital Outlay 23,690
Non-Rate Revenue (140,770)
Fund Balance [1] (1,792,572)
Total 2,919,054 $
Notes:
[1] Represents a transfer from reserves to provide funding for capital outlay and CIP costs.

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 Customer Costs – costs associated with any aspect of customer service such as billing, collection, accounting, and recordkeeping. These costs are independent of the amount of water used and the size of the customer’s meter and are not subject to peak demand factors.

As the name would indicate, using the base-extra capacity method, the costs are separated between those attributed to base capacity (and demand) and those attributed to extra capacity (and demand). Components such as treatment, transmission, and distribution are allocated based on flows and peaking factors. Administrative and customer-related costs are allocated based on ERUs.

Based on discussions with City staff, the general makeup of the customer base is not expected to change, so it is anticipated that the allocation percentages and factors will not change materially during the Projection Period. However, it is important to note that COS analyses are based on the data at a specific point in time (i.e., the most recent fiscal year).

To the extent that weather conditions, economic conditions and customer usage characteristics change during the Projection Period, the cost allocators can be impacted.

The system-wide costs by service characteristics are shown in Table 16.

Table 16 - Classification of Unbundled Revenue Requirements

3.2.4 Allocation to Customer Classes and Unit Cost
Development
The functionalized and classified Revenue Requirements are allocated to customer classes utilizing a unit cost approach as follows:
 Base Costs – Based on relative percentage of Base Annual Usage.  Maximum Day/Extra Capacity System Costs – Based on relative percentage of Extra Capacity for the entire system.
 Maximum Day/Extra Capacity Distribution Costs – Based on relative percentage of Extra Capacity for the distribution system.

Component Meters &
Services Base
Extra
Capacity
Max Day
Sprinklers Total
Treatment - $ 475,678 $ 475,078 $ -$ 950,756 $
Transmission & Distribution - 105,003 104,870 - 209,873 Admin 876,242 - - 39,670 915,912
Existing Capital Lease 102,165 - - - 102,165
New Bond DS - - - - -
CIP 1,404,500 623,143 622,357 - 2,650,000
Capital Outlay 23,690 - - - 23,690
Non-Rate Rev & Fund Balance (958,862) (479,640) (479,035) (15,806) (1,933,342) Total 1,447,736 $ 724,184 $ 723,270 $ 23,864 $ 2,919,054 $

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 Meter Maintenance and Operating Costs – Based on the relative percentage of ERUs the system serves through the varying capacity of different water meter sizes. These are costs representing the potential demand that a respective customer class can place on the water system due to the capacity of their assigned water meters, relative to other sized meters.
 Customer Costs – Based on the relative percentage of customers being served.

The units of service for each component of cost by customer class (if applicable) are provided in Table 17. The units of service consist of the number of accounts/units, ERUs, annual flows in 100 cubic feet (CCF) and Max Day extra capacity in CCF/Day.

Accounts/Units are based on the number of customers as provided in the customer data.

ERUs are based on the number of multi-family dwelling units being served and meter equivalencies in accordance with AWWA standards. For reference, Table 20, showing meter equivalency factors, follows in the next section (3.2.5) of this Report. Base Delivery is the total annual usage projected for the test year based on historical customer data. Max Day is the extra capacity demand result as previously developed in Table 14.

Table 17 – Units of Service
The Revenue Requirement for each cost component is divided by its respective unit of service to calculate a unit cost. The unit cost for each cost component is demonstrated in Table 18.

Table 18 – Cost Per Unit
Description Accounts/
Units ERUs Base (CCF) Max Day (CCF/Day)
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City 2,034.00 2,974.50 687.48 421,883.84 All Flow 421,883.84 687.48
Hydrant 7.00 2,016.00 56.00 6.59
All Flow 2,016.00 6.59
Sprinkler 78.00 137.20 - -
All Flow - -
Total 2,119.00 3,167.70 694.06 423,899.84
Description Meters &
Services Base
Extra
Capacity
Max Day
Sprinklers Total
Total Revenue Requirement $ 724,184 1,447,736 $ 723,270 $ 23,864 $ $ 2,919,054 Units of Service 3,030.50 423,899.84 694.06 137.20
ERU/Monthly CCF CCF/Day ERU/Monthly
Cost Per Unit 39.81 $ 1.71 $ 1,042.08 $ 14.49 $
ERU/Monthly CCF CCF/Day ERU/Monthly

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The allocation of the Revenue Requirement to each customer class is determined by multiplying the Units of Service for each customer class (from Table 17) by the Cost per Unit for each cost component (from Table 18). The resulting total cost to be recovered from each customer class by cost component is shown in Table 19. To calculate the ERU COS by Customer Class, the monthly Units of Service from Table 17 are multiplied by twelve (12), representing the number of billing periods, to determine the total annual ERUs being served, then that result is multiplied by the Cost per Unit shown in Table 18. For the Base Delivery and Max Day Costs, the Units of Service from Table 17 are multiplied by the Costs per Unit from Table 18.

Table 19 – Cost of Service by Customer Class and Cost Component

3.2.5 Rate Design by Unit Cost
The unit costs developed in the previous section are used to develop the proposed rates for the Test Year. The fixed rate component is based on the total ERUs that the water system serves. The volumetric rate component is based on the annual usage and extra capacity requirements (Max Day).

The fixed meter charge is calculated on an ERU basis. As stated previously, the total ERUs being served are based on the number of multi-family dwelling units and meter equivalencies in accordance with AWWA standards. It is common practice in the utility ratemaking industry to establish a rate structure that includes an incremental service availability charge (meter charge, sometimes also called a fixed charge) such that customers placing a greater potential demand requirement on the system (those with larger meters) will pay proportionately more for the service availability component. It is also common practice in the utility rate-making industry to determine the additional demand that multi-family customers place on the system by looking at the total dwelling units being served by multifamily accounts. Each multi-family dwelling unit being served is equivalent to one (1) ERU.

The methodology for incrementing the service availability charge is based upon standardized meter/capacity criteria established by the AWWA relative to the size and Description ERUs Base (CCF) Max Day
(CCF/Day) Total Costs
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City 1,420,983 $ $ 720,740 $ 716,405 $ 2,858,128 All Flow $ 720,740 $ 716,405
Hydrant $ 26,752 $ 3,444 $ 6,865 $ 37,061
All Flow $ 3,444 $ 6,865
Sprinkler $ 23,864 -$ -$ 23,864 $
All Flow $ - -$
Total $ 1,471,600 $ 724,184 $ 723,270 $ 2,919,054

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capacity of water meters. The AWWA equivalent meter capacity criteria are commonly used to establish a standard unit of measure for customers, referred to as an ERU. Based upon established standards, an ERU is equivalent to one single-family residential connection with a 5/8-3/4-inch water meter (the typical standard meter sizes for a single-family residential customer in the City of Buellton). The applicable ERU factors for larger water meters are based upon the incremental increase in potential hydraulic capacity of those meters as compared to the standard meter size. These factors are derived from actual flow testing results as performed and defined by the AWWA and commonly utilized by the water and sewer utility industry. The AWWA equivalency factors can be applied to the meter charge for a 5/8-3/4-inch meter to calculate the applicable meter charges for each meter size. A full summary of the AWWA meter-size equivalency factors and how they are determined is provided in Table 20.

Table 20 - AWWA Meter Equivalency Factors
Table 21 provides an illustration of how the meter-size equivalency factors are applied to customer accounts by meter-size and how the total multi-family dwelling units being served are used to determine the total ERUs that the water system serves.

Description
AWWA
Factors [1]
Multi-Family
Residential
Factors [2]
Meter Size
5/8 - 3/4 Inch 1.00 1.00

1.0 Inch 2.50 1.00

1.5 Inch 5.00 1.00

2.0 Inch 8.00 1.00

3.0 Inch 15.00 1.00

4.0 Inch 25.00 1.00

6.0 Inch 50.00 1.00

8.0 Inch 80.00 1.00
Hydrant [3] 8.00 1.00
Notes:
[3] Based on discussions with City staff, it was determined that a "Hydrant" customer's potential demand is equivalent to a 2.0 inch meter. [2] Multi-Family Customers are assigned a meter factor of 1.00, regardless of meter size, since a multi-family account's total ERUs are determined based on the total number of dwelling units that they serve. [1] Meter-size equivalency factors established by the AWWA and identified in AWWA Standards C700, M1 and M22.

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Table 21 – Total Monthly Accounts/Dwelling Units & ERUs The proposed monthly fixed charges based on the types of customers and total ERUs that the water system serves for the Test Year are shown in Table 22.

Meter Factor
Total
Accounts
/Units
Total
Equivalent
Residential
Units
[A] [B] [C]=[A]*[B]
Meter Size
5/8 - 3/4 Inch 1.00 1,272 1,272.00

1.0 Inch 2.50 81 202.50

1.5 Inch 5.00 28 140.00

2.0 Inch 8.00 86 688.00

3.0 Inch 15.00 4 60.00

4.0 Inch 25.00 - -

6.0 Inch 50.00 50.00 1

8.0 Inch 80.00 - -
Hydrant 8.00 56.00 7
Multi-Family (Shown in Dwelling Units) 1.00 562.00 562
All Customer Total 3,030.50 2,041
Plus:

Sprinklers

4.0 Inch 1.00 26.00 26

6.0 Inch 2.00 92.00 46

8.0 Inch 3.20 19.20 6
Sprinklers Total 137.20 78
Water System Total 3,167.70 2,119
Description

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Table 22 – Monthly Fixed Charge Calculation
The water volumetric rates are made up of two different rate components. The first component is for base usage and related costs. The second component represents peak usage and peaking costs (the Max Day cost component). The Max Day peak demand costs for each customer class (from Table 19) are divided by the annual usage to calculate the peaking unit costs shown in Table 23.

Table 23 – Peaking Unit Cost Calculation
Meter Size [1] Capacity
Ratio
Meter
Charge
Proposed
Fixed Charge
General Service
5/8 - 3/4 Inch 1.00 39.81 $ $ 39.81

1.0 Inch 2.50 99.53 $ $ 99.53

1.5 Inch 5.00 199.05 $ $ 199.05

2.0 Inch 8.00 318.48 $ $ 318.48

3.0 Inch 15.00 597.15 $ $ 597.15

4.0 Inch 25.00 995.25 $ $ 995.25

6.0 Inch 50.00 1,990.51 $ $ 1,990.51

8.0 Inch 80.00 3,184.81 $ $ 3,184.81
Hydrant 8.00 318.48 $ $ 318.48
Sprinklers

4.0 Inch 1.00 14.49 $ $ 14.49

6.0 Inch 2.00 28.99 $ $ 28.99

8.0 Inch 3.20 46.38 $ $ 46.38
Notes
[1] All multi-family customers pay the 5/8-3/4 inch rate per dwelling unit.

Peaking
Costs
Annual Use
(CCF)
Peaking Unit
Cost
[A] [B] [C]=[A]/[B]
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City
All Flow 716,405 $ 421,883.84 1.70 $
Hydrant
All Flow 6,865 $ 2,016.00 3.41 $
Sprinkler
All Flow - $ - -$
Total $ 423,899.84 723,270
Rate Class

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The peaking unit costs are then added to the base unit cost of $1.71 per 100 cubic feet (as previously identified in Table 18) to calculate the proposed volumetric rates for each customer class as shown in Table 24.

Table 24 – Volumetric Rate Calculation
Base Peaking
Proposed
Rate
($/CCF)
[A] [B] [C]=[A]+[B]
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City
All Flow 1.71 $ 1.70$ $ 3.41
Hydrant
All Flow $ 1.71 3.41$ $ 5.11
Sprinkler [1]
All Flow $ 1.71 1.70$ $ 3.41
Notes:
[1] Since there is no usage or peaking affiliated with "Sprinkler", these customers will be billed at the same rate per CCF as "Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and City" if usage does occur. Sprinlers are used on an as needed basis for fire supression purposes only. Therefore, no usage has been included in this analysis.

Rate Class

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3.2.6 Cost-of-Service and Revenue Check
Once the rates are developed from the unit cost analysis, as shown in Sections 3.2.4 and

3.2.5, they are then applied to the customer service units identified in Table 17. The unit cost rates are applied to the customer service units to ensure that the rates calculated under the base-extra capacity method generate revenues from each customer class equitably and in a manner that reflects the costs associated with serving them. The revenues generated by customer class and the cost allocated to each customer class are provided in Table 25.

Table 25 – Proposed Rate Revenues vs COS
Monthly ERUs
Monthly
Meter
Charge/ERU
Total Fixed
Charge
Revenues
Allocated
Fixed Costs
[A1] [B1] [C1]=[A1]*[B1]
*12 [D1]
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City
All Flow 2,974.50 $ 39.81 $ 1,420,983 $ 1,420,983
Hydrant
All Flow 56.00 $ 39.81 $ 26,752 $ 26,752
Sprinkler
All Flow 137.20 $ 14.49 $ 23,864 $ 23,864
Total 3,167.70 $ 1,471,600 $ 1,471,600
Annual Use
(CCF)
Proposed
Rate ($/CCF)
Total
Volumetric
Revenues
Allocated
Volumetric
Costs
[A2] [B2] [C2]=[A2]*[B2] [D2]
Residential, Commerical, Industrial, And City
All Flow 421,884 $ 1,437,145 3.41 $ $ 1,437,145
Hydrant
All Flow 2,016 $ 5.11 $ 10,309 $ 10,309
Sprinkler
All Flow - $ 3.41 $ - -$
Total 423,900 $ 1,447,454 $ 1,447,454
Description
Description

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3.3 Sewer Cost-of-Service
As with the water system, the COS analysis for the sewer utility utilizes the revenue requirements for the Test Year as the cost basis. The Test Year Revenue Requirements are functionally unbundled, classified and allocated to customer classes to determine the COS by class. As stated in Section 3.1, the sewer COS analysis involves an examination of sewer volumes, strength factors (i.e., BOD and TSS), and the number and type of customers served in accordance with the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Revenue Program Guidelines for Wastewater Agencies. More detail relating to the sewer COS approach can be found in Appendix C.

3.3.1 Functional Unbundling of Revenue Requirements
The sewer system costs are unbundled into Collection, Treatment, Customer and Administration functions. A brief description of each component is as follows:
 Collection – costs associated with lines and facilities that transport wastewater from customer properties to treatment facilities;
 Treatment – costs associated with treating wastewater for disposal reclamation and/or discharge;
 Customer – costs associated with billing, and providing other services to customers (e.g., printing, delivering and collecting utility bills, recordkeeping, etc.).  Administration – various overhead and other non-operating costs The allocation of the functionally unbundled revenue requirements for the Test Year are summarized in Table 26.

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Table 26 - Functional Unbundled Cost Allocations

3.3.2 Classification of Revenue Requirements
The functionally unbundled Revenue Requirements for the sewer system are classified into fixed and volumetric customer components based on a methodology consistent with the WEF Manual of Practice No. 27. As discussed for the water COS analysis, it is anticipated that the allocation percentages will not change materially during the Projection Period. However, it is important to note that COS analyses are based on the data at a specific point in time (i.e., the most recent fiscal year). To the extent that weather conditions, economic conditions and customer usage characteristics change during the Projection Period, the cost allocators can be impacted. The system-wide costs by service characteristic are shown in Table 27.

Description Test Year
2026
Total O&M 1,497,019 $
Existing Capital Lease 64,635
Future Debt Service -
Other Expenditures & Transfers 278,005
Gross Revenue Requirement 1,839,659 $
Less Other Revenues (35,650)
Net Revenue Requirement $ 1,804,009
Functional Unbundled Revenue Requirement
Treatment 587,936 $
Collection 179,735
Administration 729,348
CIP 1,475,000
Capital Outlay 25,750
Existing Capital Lease 64,635
New Bond DS -
Non-Rate Revenue (35,650)
Fund Balance [1] (1,222,745)
Non-Rate Rev & Fund Balance 1,804,009 $
Notes:
[1] Represents a transfer from reserves to provide funding for capital outlay and CIP costs.

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Table 27 - Classification of Unbundled Revenue Requirements

3.3.3 Allocation to Customer Classes and Unit Cost
Development
The functionalized and classified Revenue Requirements are allocated to customer classes utilizing a unit cost approach as follows:
 Collection – Based on relative percentage of annual sewer usage;  Treatment – Based on relative percentage of sewer strength discharge (BOD and TSS);
 Customer – Based on relative percentage of ERUs by customer class.

The units of service for each component of cost by customer class (if applicable) are provided in Table 28. The units of service consist of the number of customer accounts and associated ERUs, annual flows in 100 cubic feet, and sewer strength discharge. Customer accounts are based on the number of customers as provided in the customer data. ERUs for residential customers are based on the number of dwelling units, and non-residential customers are based on the number of accounts. Collection is the total annual sewer flows projected for the Test Year. BOD and TSS reflect the strength per pound of the sewer discharge collected by the City from each customer class based on standards for wastewater discharge included in the SWRCB Guidelines.

Component Admin Volume Capacity Strength -
BOD Strength - SS Total
Treatment $ - $ 58,852 $ 58,852 $ 220,568 $ 249,663 $ 587,936 Collection - 89,868 89,868 - - 179,735
Administration 729,348 - - - - 729,348
CIP 737,500 73,860 73,860 276,605 313,175 1,475,000
Capital Outlay 25,750 - - - - 25,750
Existing Capital Lease 64,635 - - - - 64,635
New Bond DS - - - - - -
Non-Rate Rev & Fund Balance (639,894) (91,462) (91,462) (204,297) (231,280) (1,258,395) Total $ 917,339 $ 131,118 $ 131,118 $ 292,876 $ 331,558 $ 1,804,009

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Table 28 – Units of Service
The Revenue Requirement for each cost component is divided by its respective unit of service to calculate a unit cost. The unit cost for each cost component is demonstrated in Table 29.

Table 29 – Cost Per Unit
Total Total CCF BOD BOD TSS TSS
Accounts Units Flow Factor [1] Pounds Factor [1] Pounds Residential Classes
Single-Family 1,200 187,776 1,200 200 234,281 234,281 200 Multi-Family 556 30,243 408 200 37,733 200 37,733
Mobile Homes 319 25,440 2 200 31,741 200 31,741
Sub-Total Residential 1,610 2,075 243,459 303,755 303,755 Non-Residential Classes
Commercial
Commercial- Service 115 115 72,588 307,131 507 266,773 441 Commercial - Retail 28 28 2,268 150 2,837 150 2,837
Sub-Total Commercial 143 143 74,856 269,610 309,969
Institutional
School/Church 4 3,360 4 130 3,643 100 2,802
City 5 660 130 716 100 550 5
Sub-Total Institutional 9 4,020 9 4,358 3,353
Industrial
Industrial - Normal 19 4,742 19 168 6,644 29 1,147
Industrial - High 16 11,044 16 92,107 1,000 600 55,264
Sub-Total Industrial 35 15,786 35 98,751 56,411
Sewer System Total 2,262 1,797 338,121 716,833 633,129
[1] Average strength factors for BOD and TSS are based on the State Water Resources Control Board Revenue Program Guidelines, Appendix G.

Notes:

Description
Description Admin Volume Capacity Strength - BOD Strength - SS Total Total Revenue Requirement 917,339 $ $ 131,118 $ 131,118 $ 331,558 $ 292,876 $ 1,804,009 Units of Service 2,262 338,121 338,121 716,833 633,129
Units/Monthly CCF CCF Pounds Pounds
Cost Per Unit $ 33.80 $ 0.39 $ 0.39 $ 0.46 $ 0.46
Units/Monthly CCF CCF Pounds Pounds

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The allocation of the Revenue Requirement to each customer class is based on the unit costs for each component multiplied by the units of service for each customer class. The total costs to be recovered from each customer class by rate component are shown in Table 30.

Table 30 – Cost of Service by Customer Class and Cost Component

3.3.4 Cost-of-Service and Revenue Check
Once the unit costs are developed and the costs associated with each customer class based on the units of service are determined in Section 3.3.3, rates can be developed to ensure that each customer class is generating sufficient revenues to cover their allocated cost of service. The proposed rate structure for the sewer rates are as follows:
 Single-Family Residential Customers – For single-family residential customers, the proposed rates will consist of only a flat fixed charge per single-family residential customer, regardless of usage.
 Multi-Family Residential Customers – For multi-family residential customers, the proposed rates will consist of only a flat fixed charge per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.
 Mobile Home Residential Customers – For mobile home residential customers, the proposed rates will consist of only a flat fixed charge per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.
 Non-Residential Customers – For non-residential customers, the proposed rates will consist of a fixed charge and a volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet based on each customer class’s respective sewer strength discharge (i.e., commercial, institutional, industrial normal strength, and industrial high strength).

The revenues generated by customer class vs the cost allocated to each customer class are provided in Table 31.

Rate Class Admin Volume Capacity Strength -
BOD Strength - SS Total
Residential Classes
Single-Family $ 486,652 $ 72,817 $ 72,817 $ 108,362 $ 108,375 $ 849,023 Multi-Family 225,482 11,728 11,728 17,453 17,455 283,845 Mobile Homes 129,368 9,865 9,865 14,681 14,683 178,463
Non-Residential Classes
Commercial 57,993 29,028 29,028 143,370 124,718 384,136 Institutional 3,650 1,559 1,559 2,016 1,551 10,335
Industrial - Normal 7,705 1,839 1,839 3,073 531 14,987
Industrial - High 6,489 4,283 4,283 42,602 25,564 83,221 Total $ 917,339 $ 131,118 $ 131,118 $ 331,558 $ 292,876 $ 1,804,009

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Table 31 – Proposed Rate Revenues vs COS
Monthly
Dwelling
Units
Proposed
Monthly
Fixed Fee
Total Fixed
Fee
Revenue
Billable
Annual
Volume
(CCF)
Proposed
Volumetric
Rate
Total
Volumetric
Rate
Revenues
Total
Calculated
Revenues
Total COS
Revenues
[A] [B] [C]=[A]*[B]*12 [D] [E] [F]=[D]*[E] [G]=[C]+[F] [H] Residential Classes
Single-Family 1,200 58.96 $ 849,023 $ N/A N/A $ 849,023 - $ 849,023 $ Multi-Family 556 42.54 $ 283,845 $ N/A N/A $ 283,845 - $ 283,845 $ Mobile Homes 319 46.62 $ 178,463 $ N/A N/A $ 178,463 - $ 178,463 $ Non-Residential Classes
Commercial 143 33.80 $ 57,993 $ 74,856 4.36 $ 326,144 $ 384,136 $ 384,136 $ Institutional 9 33.80 $ 3,650 $ 4,020 1.66 $ 6,685 $ 10,335 $ 10,335 $ Industrial - Normal 19 33.80 $ 7,705 $ 4,742 1.54 $ 7,281 $ 14,987 $ 14,987 $ Industrial - High 16 33.80 $ 6,489 $ 11,044 6.95 $ 76,732 $ 83,221 $ 83,221 $ Total 2,262 1,387,167 $ 94,662 416,842 $ 1,804,009 $ 1,804,009 $ Description

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Section 4 – Proposed Test Year Rates

4.1 General
The methodology used to calculate the recommended water and sewer rates proposed herein involves applying the projected customer units of service to the user rates developed in the preceding COS and rate analyses to calculate the estimated revenues (separately for water and sewer) that would be generated. Then, these projected revenues are compared to the estimated Test Year Revenue Requirements, and the water and/or sewer rates are adjusted on a percentage basis as necessary until the revenues generated are sufficient to meet the revenue needs of each utility system, respectively.

When reviewing potential rate structure options in conjunction with the need for additional revenues, it was determined that revenue adjustments are needed, and the existing rate structure needs to be adjusted based on the COS analysis. The proposed water and sewer rates for the Test Year are provided again in Tables 32 and 33, respectively.

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Table 32 – Proposed Monthly Water Rates

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Table 33 – Proposed Monthly Sewer Rates
Description Rate
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]
:

Single Family Dwelling 58.96 $
Multiple Dwelling 42.54 $
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos 42.54 $
Multi Family - Apts 42.54 $
Multi Family - Per Additional Unit 42.54 $
Mobile Home Parks 46.62 $
Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit 46.62 $
Motels - Service 33.80 $
Restaurant - Service 33.80 $
Fast Food/Bar - Service 33.80 $
Theaters/Banquet - Service 33.80 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) 33.80 $
Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space 33.80 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) 33.80 $
Schools 33.80 $
Churches (w/o School) 33.80 $
Other Commercial - Retail 33.80 $
Industrial Accounts 33.80 $
City Accounts 33.80 $
Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet [2]
:

Single Family Dwelling - $
Multiple Dwelling - $
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos - $
Multi Family - Apts - $
Mobile Home Parks - $
Motels - Service 4.36 $
Restaurant - Service 4.36 $
Fast Food/Bar - Service 4.36 $
Theaters/Banquet - Service 4.36 $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) - $
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) 4.36 $
Schools 1.66 $
Churches (w/o School) 1.66 $
Other Commercial - Retail 4.36 $
Industrial Accounts - Normal 1.54 $
Industrial Accounts - High 6.95 $
City Accounts 1.66 $
Notes:
[2] Under the proposed rates, non-residential customers will pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet for all usage.
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.

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4.2 Typical Monthly Bill Comparison
In addition to reviewing
the effect that a change
in the rates will have on
the system revenues, it is
also important for City
utility management to
understand the impact
that a change will have
on the existing customers.

Tables 34, 35 and 36
provide a comparison of
several monthly bills at
various flow levels for
water and sewer, as well as the combined utility bills under the existing and proposed rates.

A graphical illustration of a bill comparison at various units of flow is provided in Figure 1 for a single-family residential customer with both water and sewer service. It was determined after conducting a historical billing analysis that an average single-family residential customer uses approximately 1,200 cubic feet monthly. Based on the proposed rates, a typical City single-family residential customer will experience an increase of $37.93 ($101.72 current bill vs $139.65 proposed bill) in their combined monthly water and sewer bill.

Table 34 – Single-Family Residential Water Bill Impact
Existing Proposed
Residential
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 0 35.51 $ 39.81$ $ 4.30
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 100 38.49 $ 43.22$ $ 4.73
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 200 41.47 $ 46.62$ $ 5.15
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 300 44.45 $ 50.03$ $ 5.58
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 400 47.43 $ 53.44$ $ 6.01
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 500 50.41 $ 56.84$ $ 6.43
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 600 53.39 $ 60.25$ $ 6.86
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 700 56.37 $ 63.66$ $ 7.29
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 800 59.35 $ 67.06$ $ 7.71
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,000 65.31 $ 73.88$ $ 8.57
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,200 71.27 $ 80.69$ $ 9.42
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,400 77.23$ 87.50$ 10.27$
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,600 83.19 $ 94.31$ 11.12$
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 2,000 95.11 $ 107.94$ 12.83$
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 2,400 107.03 $ 121.57$ 14.54$
Description Monthly
Flow (CF)
Monthly Charges $ Amount
Difference

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Table 35 – Single-Family Residential Sewer Bill Impact
Table 36 – Single-Family Residential Combined Bill Impact Existing Proposed
Residential
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 0 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 100 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 200 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 300 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 400 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 500 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 600 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 700 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 800 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,000 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,200 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,400 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,600 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 2,000 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 2,400 30.45 $ $ 58.96 $ 28.51
Description Monthly
Flow (CF)
Monthly Charges $ Amount
Difference
Existing Proposed
Residential
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 0 65.96 $ $ 98.77 $ 32.81
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 100 68.94 $ 102.18 $ $ 33.24
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 200 71.92 $ 105.58 $ $ 33.66
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 300 74.90 $ 108.99 $ $ 34.09
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 400 77.88 $ 112.40 $ $ 34.52
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 500 80.86 $ 115.80 $ $ 34.94
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 600 83.84 $ 119.21 $ $ 35.37
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 700 86.82 $ 122.62 $ $ 35.80
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 800 89.80 $ 126.02 $ $ 36.22
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,000 95.76 $ 132.84 $ $ 37.08
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,200 101.72 $ $ 139.65 $ 37.93
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,400 107.68 $ $ 146.46 $ 38.78
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 1,600 113.64 $ $ 153.27 $ 39.63
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 2,000 125.56 $ $ 166.90 $ 41.34
5/8 Inch & 3/4 Inch 2,400 137.48 $ $ 180.53 $ 43.05
Description Monthly
Flow (CF)
Monthly Charges $ Amount
Difference

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4.3 Rate Comparison with Other Utilities
To provide the City with additional insight and context regarding the proposed rate levels, the analysis includes a comparison of both the existing and proposed user rates relative to the user rates imposed by other water and sewer utility systems located in the same region.

A summary analysis is provided comparing the cost of monthly water and sewer service for a typical single-family residential customer calculated under the existing and proposed rates of the City with those of the other utilities. The rates utilized for the other neighboring utilities shown in Figure 2 were in effect as of April 2025 and are exclusive of local taxes, outside surcharges, franchise fees, regulatory fees, or other rate adjustments. A summary comparison with other utilities for a single-family residential customer receiving 1,200 cubic feet of service per monthly billing is illustrated in Figure 2.

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It should be noted that when making comparisons of water and sewer service with other providers, several factors affect the level of rates and charges. Such factors may include:
1) Terms of wholesale service agreements;
2) Time since last rate update for comparison providers; 3) Level of treatment required before the distribution of water to the ultimate customers;
4) Level of treatment and effluent disposal or discharge methods of sewer service;
5) Anticipated capital improvement programs and capital financing methods; 6) Plant capacity utilization, age of facilities, and assistance in construction by federal or state grants, connection fees, developer contributions, etc.; 7) General Fund and/or administrative fee transfers made by other systems which may account for differences in the level of rates charged; and 8) Bond covenants and funding requirements of the rates.

For the utilities included in the rate comparisons, no analysis has been carried out with consideration of the above-mentioned factors as they relate to the reported water and sewer rates currently being charged.

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Section 5 – Projected Operating Results

5.1 General
As a conclusion to the study, individual pro-forma operating statements are developed for both the water and sewer systems. The statements summarize the projected financial results based on the system revenues, expenses and other Revenue Requirements anticipated in future years.

The individual operating statements cover the 5-fiscal year Projection Period through June 30, 2030, and are prepared on a cash-flow basis. In addition, the individual statements include the applicable annual percentage rate adjustments necessary to meet the projected Revenue Requirements. The annual rate adjustments are considered separately for both water and sewer and are further separated by the fixed charge and volumetric rate components. The following discussions describe the development of the major components of the projected operating results.

5.2 Projected User Rate Revenues
The user rate and charge revenues are estimated by applying the existing and proposed rates to the projected customer units of service. The revenues for the Projection Period are estimated separately for both water and sewer. The resulting revenues are then compared to the projected Revenue Requirements (i.e., O&M expenses, debt service, capital outlay, CIP, transfers, etc.) in each fiscal year to determine if the revenues are sufficient to satisfy the expenditure needs of the system. To the extent that there are revenue shortfalls in any given year of the Project Period, the water and/or sewer rates developed from the COS and Rate analyses outlined previously in Section 3 of this Report are adjusted on a percentage basis, as necessary, to generate the required level of revenues. The projected water, sewer and combined user rate revenues are provided in Table 37.

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Table 37 – Projected User Rate Revenues
The projected revenues include the annual water and sewer rate adjustments anticipated for the remaining years of Projection Period beyond the Test Year. The proposed user rates from which the projected operating results are developed for the entire 5-fiscal year Projection Period are provided in Tables 38 and 39. The rates identified in the proceeding tables reflect the cost of providing service to individual customer classes based on the types of customers being served, peak demand factors, volume of flow, and strength characteristics.

Existing Proposed
2026 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Water Revenue
Single-Family 1,107,855 $ 1,252,246 $ 1,400,649 $ 1,566,211 $ 1,734,962 $ 1,905,203 $ Multi-Family 147,881 186,507 205,953 227,423 249,475 270,463 Condo 161,854 183,611 202,669 223,703 244,673 265,150
Mobile Homes 108,858 113,552 124,907 137,397 149,763 161,745 Commercial - Retail 90,130 97,672 107,440 118,184 128,819 139,125 Commercial- Service 546,927 599,496 659,444 725,388 790,674 853,927 School/Church 77,001 84,888 93,377 102,715 111,961 120,916 Industrial 143,287 155,023 170,524 187,577 204,459 220,815 Hydrant 29,783 37,061 40,768 44,844 48,880 52,790
Sprinkler 27,241 26,946 29,642 32,605 35,540 38,383
City 164,636 182,052 200,256 220,283 240,108 259,317
Total Water Revenue 2,605,453 $ 2,919,054 $ 3,235,629 $ 3,586,330 $ 3,939,314 $ 4,287,834 $ Sewer Revenue
Single-Family 438,480 $ 849,023 $ 1,209,433 $ 1,414,769 $ 1,510,625 $ 1,598,416 $ Commercial - Retail 25,307 21,237 29,731 34,192 35,901 37,337 Commercial- Service 439,576 362,899 508,059 584,268 613,482 638,021 School/Church 3,041 7,209 10,093 11,608 12,188 12,675
Industrial - Normal 31,628 14,987 20,981 24,129 25,336 26,348 Industrial - High 72,924 83,221 116,509 133,986 140,685 146,312 City 3,643 3,126 4,376 5,031 5,283 5,495
Multi-Family 81,840 138,859 196,547 227,674 240,784 252,210 Condo 89,076 144,986 203,694 235,071 247,687 258,493
Mobile Homes 58,628 178,463 249,847 287,324 301,690 313,758 Total Sewer Revenue 1,244,143 $ 1,804,009 $ $ 2,549,270 $ 2,958,052 $ 3,289,065 3,133,661 $ Total Combined Revenue 3,849,596 $ 4,723,063 $ $ 5,784,899 $ 6,544,382 $ 7,576,899 7,072,975 $ Projected Fiscal Year Ending June 30, System

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Table 38 – Proposed Monthly Water Rates
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch 35.51 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 $

1.0 Inch 96.89 $ 99.53 $ 109.48$ $ 120.43 $ 131.26 $ 141.77

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 199.05 218.96$ $ 240.85 $ 262.53 $ 283.53

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 318.48 350.33$ $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 597.15 656.87$ $ 722.55 $ 787.58 $ 850.59

4.0 Inch $ 995.25 1,176.31 $ 1,094.78 $ 1,204.26 $ 1,312.64 $ 1,417.65 $

6.0 Inch $ 1,990.51 2,511.90 $ 2,189.56$ 2,408.51 $ 2,625.28 $ 2,835.30 $

8.0 Inch $ 3,184.81 3,364.78 $ 3,503.29$ 3,853.62 $ 4,200.45 $ 4,536.48 $ Hydrant $ 318.48 50.00 $ 350.33$ $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 39.81 24.86 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 $ Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 14.49 $ 15.94 $ 17.54 $ 19.12 $ 20.65

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 28.99 $ 31.89 $ 35.08 $ 38.23 $ 41.29

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 46.38 $ 51.02 $ 56.12 $ 61.18 $ 66.07 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City 2.98 $ $ 3.41 $ 3.75 $ 4.12 $ 4.49 $ 4.85 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 5.11 $ 5.62 $ 6.19 $ 6.74 $ 7.28
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30:
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

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Table 39 – Proposed Monthly Sewer Rates
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]:

Single Family Dwelling 30.45 $ 58.96 $ 82.54 $ 94.93 $ 99.67 $ 103.66 $ Multiple Dwelling 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 $ Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 $ Multi Family - Apts 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 $ Multi Family - Per Additional Unit 21.31 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 $ Mobile Home Parks 30.45 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 $ Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit 15.22 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 $ Motels - Service 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 $ Restaurant - Service 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 $ Fast Food/Bar - Service 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 $ Theaters/Banquet - Service 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 $ Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 $ Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space 15.22 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 $ Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Schools $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Churches (w/o School) $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Other Commercial - Retail $ 68.44 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Industrial Accounts $ 46.76 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 City Accounts $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet [2]:

Single Family Dwelling $ - $ - $ - -$ -$ -$
Multiple Dwelling $ - $ - $ - -$ -$ -$
Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos $ - $ - $ - -$ -$ -$
Multi Family - Apts $ - $ - $ - -$ -$ -$
Mobile Home Parks $ - $ - $ - -$ -$ -$
Motels - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Restaurant - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Fast Food/Bar - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Theaters/Banquet - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) $ - $ - $ - -$ -$ -$
Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Schools $ 0.56 $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92
Churches (w/o School) $ 0.56 $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92 Other Commercial - Retail $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Industrial Accounts - Normal $ 7.26 $ 1.54 $ 2.15 $ 2.47 $ 2.60 $ 2.70 Industrial Accounts - High $ 7.26 $ 6.95 $ 11.19 9.73 $ $ 11.75 $ 12.22 City Accounts $ 1.66 - $ $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92
Notes:
[2] Under the existing rates, non-residential customers pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet once they exceed 1,400 cubic feet of usage. Under the proposed rates, non-residential customers will pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet for all usage.
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.

Description Existing
Rates
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30:

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The projected user rates provided herein for the periods beyond the Test Year are intended for strategic planning purposes, and to provide the City with the estimated future rates that may be needed to satisfy the projected cash flow requirements. The rates are developed in accordance with the assumed customer, flow, expenditure, and revenue estimates projected in this rate study. It is important to note that, since it is necessary to utilize numerous assumptions to develop the projected operating results, to the extent that actual customers, flows and/or system expenditures differ from those assumed herein, additional rate adjustments may be required. For informative purposes, a calculation of the typical monthly bill for a representative City single-family residential customer based on the projected rates, for each year of the Projection Period is included herein. An illustration of the projected bill path is provided in Figure 3.

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5.3 Debt Service Coverage
As stated previously in Section 2.3.3, The City currently has no outstanding debt associated with either the water or sewer utility system, and based on discussions with the City, there are also no anticipated future debt issuances expected to occur over the Projection Period.

Therefore, no annual debt service payments or debt service ratio calculations are included in the analysis and Projection Period.
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5.4 Summary of Projected Operating Results
The cash-flow statements outlining the projected operating results are summarized in Tables 40 and 41 for the water and sewer systems, respectively. The results demonstrate that the proposed rates and charges along with the other respective system revenues are anticipated to be sufficient to satisfy the projected Revenue Requirements and capital needs for each respective utility system.

Table 40 – Water System Projected Operating Results
Propose
d 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenues:

Water Sales 2,919 $ 3,236 $ 3,586 $ 3,939 $ 4,288$
Other Revenues 141 141 141 141 141
Total Revenues $ 3,376 3,060 $ 3,727$ 4,080 $ 4,429$
O&M Expenses (2,189) (2,272) (2,077) (2,338) (2,437)
Capital Lease (107) (102) (118) (123) (96)
Net Operating Results $ 1,080 881 $ 1,359$ 1,624 $ 1,868$ Other Expenditures & Transfers:

Capital Outlay $ (79) (24) $ (25) $ (26) $ (27) $
Transfers In - - - - -
Transfers Out - - - - -
Total Other Expenditures & Transfers $ (79) (24) $ (25) $ (26)$ (27)$ Net Results $ 1,001 857 $ 1,334$ 1,598 $ 1,842$
Fund Balance Activity:

Operating Fund
Beginning Balance $ 1,024 1,030 $ 1,079 $ 1,121 $ 1,153$ Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Operations 1,001 857 1,334 1,598 1,842 Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Capital Fund (863) (946) (1,293) (1,565) (1,793) Total Operating Fund Balance $ 1,079 1,024 $ 1,121$ 1,153 $ 1,202$ Operating Fund - Days Cash on Hand 180.00 180.00 180.00 180.00 180.00 Capital Fund
Beginning Balance $ 6,377 8,164 $ 4,923 $ 3,266 $ 2,632$ Net Transfers In/(Out) from/(to) Operating Fund 863 946 1,293 1,565 1,793 Cash Funded Capital Projects (2,400) (2,950) (2,650) (2,200) (2,700) Total Capital Fund Balance $ 4,923 6,377 $ 3,266$ 2,632 $ 1,725$ Ending Fund Balance $ 6,002 7,402 $ 4,387$ 3,785 $ 2,926$ Debt Coverage N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, ($1,000s)

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Table 41 – Sewer System Projected Operating Results
Propose
d 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Revenues:

Wastewater Sales $ 2,549 1,804 $ 2,958 $ 3,134 $ 3,289$ Other Revenues 36 36 36 36 36
Total Revenues $ 2,585 1,840 $ 2,994$ 3,169 $ 3,325$
O&M Expenses (1,552) (1,610) (1,497) (1,670) (1,732)
Capital Lease (68) (61) (65) (75) (78)
Net Operating Results $ 965 278 $ 1,323$ 1,425 $ 1,515$ Other Expenditures & Transfers:

Capital Outlay $ (27) (26) $ (83) $ (28) $ (29) $
Transfers In - - - - -
Transfers Out - - - - -
Total Other Expenditures & Transfers $ (27) (26) $ (83) $ (28)$ (29)$ Net Results $ 938 252 $ 1,241$ 1,397 $ 1,486$
Fund Balance Activity:

Operating Fund
Beginning Balance $ 738 708 $ 766 $ 794$ 823$
Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Operations 938 1,241 252 1,397 1,486 Deposit/(Withdrawal) from/(to) Capital Fund (222) (911) (1,212) (1,368) (1,455) Total Operating Fund Balance $ 766 738 $ 794 $ 823$ 854$ Operating Fund - Days Cash on Hand 180.00 180.00 180.00 180.00 180.00 Capital Fund
Beginning Balance $ 1,637 $ 384 $ 207$ 625$ 95
Net Transfers In/(Out) from/(to) Operating Fund 222 911 1,212 1,368 1,455 Cash Funded Capital Projects (1,200) (1,100) (1,475) (1,050) (950) Total Capital Fund Balance $ 384 $ 207 95 $ 625$ 1,030$ Ending Fund Balance $ 1,122 $ 1,001$ 1,448 860 $ 1,884$ Debt Coverage N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, ($1,000s)
Description

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Section 6 – Conclusions and Recommendations

6.1 Disclaimers

6.1.1 General Disclaimer
In the development of the proposed user rates and charges, certain historical reviews and analyses have been performed, together with the application of assumptions based on prudent financial, operational, and ratemaking relationships. The cost criteria and customer usage characteristics associated with general ratemaking procedures are representative of averages and are not intended as indicators of any individual customer.

In the preparation of the rate study, certain assumptions have been made with respect to conditions that may occur in the future. While it is believed that these assumptions are reasonable for the purpose of this update, they are dependent upon future events and actual conditions may differ from those assumed. In addition, the study has used and relied upon certain information that was provided by other parties not associated with Willdan.

Such information includes, among other things, the City’s audited financial statements, annual operating budgets, periodic reports, and other information and data provided by the City, its independent auditors, and other sources. While the sources are believed to be reliable, there has been no independent verification of the information, and no assurances are offered with respect thereto. To the extent that future conditions differ from those assumed herein or provided by others, the actual results may vary from those projected.

6.1.2 Municipal Advisory Disclaimer
Unless the City of Buellton, California (the “City”) has a written engagement from Willdan Financial Services (“Willdan”) for municipal advisory services, Willdan is not advising or recommending any action be taken by the recipient of this information with respect to any prospective, new, or existing municipal financial products or issuance of municipal securities (including with respect to the structure, timing, terms and other similar matters concerning such financial products or issues). The City shall discuss any such information and material contained in Willdan’s work product with any and all internal and/or external advisors and experts, including its own municipal advisor, that it deems appropriate before acting on the information and material.

For the avoidance of doubt and without limiting the foregoing, in connection with any revenue projections, cash-flow analyses, feasibility studies and/or other analyses Willdan may provide the City with respect to financial, economic or other matters relating to a prospective, new or existing issuance of municipal securities of the City, (A) any such projections, studies and analyses shall be based upon assumptions, opinions or views (including, without limitation, any assumptions related to revenue growth) established by the City, in conjunction with such of its municipal, financial, legal and other advisers as it deems appropriate; and (B) under no circumstances shall Willdan be asked to provide, nor shall it

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provide, any advice or recommendations or subjective assumptions, opinions or views with respect to the actual or proposed structure, terms, timing, pricing or other similar matters with respect to any municipal financial products or municipal securities issuances, including any revisions or amendments thereto.

6.2 Conclusions
As previously addressed, the purpose of this study is to provide a review of the City’s existing utility rates to determine if rate adjustments are necessary to meet the budgeted and/or projected financial needs in future years. This Report is the result of the collaborative efforts of representatives from both the City and Willdan. City staff were diligent and cooperative in their efforts to ensure the availability and quality of source data on financial and operating matters. Based on the reviews, analyses and assumptions discussed herein, it is concluded that:

1. The proposed user rates and charges are anticipated to generate sufficient revenues to meet the Revenue Requirements of each respective system based upon the projected expenditures, capital project timing and costs, transfers, and billable customer units estimated for the Test Year. The proposed rates are based on an assumed implementation date of August 1, 2025. To the extent that the actual implementation date varies from the assumed implementation date, additional rate adjustments and/or appropriations from existing reserves may be necessary.

2. The estimated revenues and resulting rate adjustments for the remaining years of the Projection Period beyond the Test Year are developed based on the customer growth assumptions generated from the historical analyses and discussions with City staff.

3. Customer growth for the water and sewer systems is projected based on historical customer data as provided by the City as well as discussions with the City staff regarding developer activity and anticipated construction. If it turns out that the customer growth assumptions are not realized, the resulting revenues could be different than projected.

4. The projection of billable water and sewer flows is based on historical trends regarding the average flow per user for each customer class. The average water and sewer flow per account is developed from historical customer data and is assumed to remain relatively constant for the Projection Period. The historical billing data provided by the City was utilized to identify the average flow statistics for system customers. For the analyses developed herein, it is assumed that the average usage statistics for the Projection Period will be consistent with recent historical average usage levels as realized in recent years, or as otherwise assumed based on discussions with staff. When applying the estimated average usage statistics, it is assumed that the water and sewer

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sales will increase with the estimated growth in customers. However, it is important to note that annual variations in rainfall and other climatological factors may influence the level of future water demands and the accompanying billable sewer flows for the City.

5. Future capital improvement projects are assumed to occur as reported by the City in its CIP. To the extent that the timing of such projects may change from that estimated herein, the cost of such projects and resulting impact on future rates and charges may vary from those indicated.

6. The proposed rates and rate structure are consistent with industry standards for rate-setting practices, comply with Proposition 218 and conform to the City’s financial policies with respect to:
a. Equitably recovering costs;
b. Being based upon the proportionate cost of providing services; and c. Generating sufficient revenue to recover system Revenue Requirements, fund capital needs, and meet reserve requirements.

6.3 Recommendations
Based on the reviews, analyses and assumptions addressed herein, as well as the resulting conclusions provided above, it is respectfully recommended that the City:

1. Adopt the proposed water and sewer rates.

2. Enact the proposed rates to become effective as of August 1, 2025 (or other such date as determined by the City). Based on the timing of the project and the required public hearing procedures and noticing requirements, it is expected that the proposed water and sewer rates will become effective on the recommended date.

3. Readdress the COS analysis portion of this study every three to five years to ensure costs are recovered consistently with COS principles and customer characteristics.

We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to the City in this engagement. In addition, we would like to thank City staff for the valuable assistance provided during the completion of the rate study.

Respectfully Yours,

WILLDAN FINANCIAL SERVICES

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$139.65 $141.04 $142.05
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING

PROPOSED CHANGES TO WATER AND SEWER RATES
Hearing Date & Time: July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM
Hearing Location: Buellton City Council Chambers
140 West Highway 246, Buellton, California 93427
Why are you receiving this notice?
The City of Buellton (City) is mailing this notice to you because you are a water and/or sewer (wastewater) customer, or record owner of property that receives one or both services. This notice is being provided pursuant to California Constitution Article XIIID (also known as “Proposition 218”), which requires the City to notify property owners and system users (customers) of proposed changes to property-related fees such as those for water or sewer service. This notice describes proposed changes to the rates for these services and provides information about a public hearing to be held on July 10, 2025, at the City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246, Buellton, California 93427. If adopted, the proposed rates for water and sewer service will be in effect for the first full billing cycle following August 1, 2025.

What do water and sewer rates fund?
The City provides water and wastewater service to its residents and customers and maintains critical infrastructure that ensures uninterrupted service and safeguards the health and safety of the community. The City operates a stable and wellfunctioning water system that delivers clean potable water to Buellton customers. Water is sourced primarily from groundwater pumped from the Buellton Uplands and Santa Ynez River basins, via four City-owned wells, supplemented as needed by treated State Water Project water. Groundwater is treated at one of two City treatment facilities and distributed to customers via a network of water transmission and distribution mains.

The City provides sewer service for residences, commercial, and industrial businesses, serving a population of approximately 5,500. The City’s collection and conveyance system is comprised of approximately twenty (20) miles of gravity pipelines, eight hundred and fifty (850) feet of force mains and two (2) public sewer lift stations. These facilities collect and convey wastewater to a City-owned, operated and maintained wastewater treatment plant for safe treatment and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements.

The purpose of a Water and Sewer Rate Study is to evaluate the current financial condition of both utilities, examine the costs necessary to provide service to customers and determine the level of funding required over the next five years. The result is a recommended plan that ensures each utility fund meets projected financial obligations for operations and maintenance and capital infrastructure improvements, to ensure continued safe and efficient operations, while maintaining sufficient reserves for cash flow management and emergencies. Updating rates to keep up with the costs of providing reliable, safe, and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services is a key component of maintaining financial viability of the utilities.

The rate structures for each utility were designed so that revenues from proposed rates do not exceed the amount of revenue required to provide the services, nor will rate revenue be used for any purposes other than those for which they are imposed.

Why are water and sewer rate changes needed?
The utility rate study and financial plan determined that the City’s current rates are not sufficient to meet the increasing costs of system operations, maintenance and capital projects, administrative support for operations, repair and replacement of aging system components, maintenance of designated reserves, and capital facilities projects necessary to ensure uninterrupted service and compliance with regulatory mandates. Over the last few fiscal years, the sewer fund has operated at a deficit. Even with efforts taken by staff to reduce expenditures, the trend is projected to continue.

The City has not increased water or sewer rates since 2018 while costs have continued to escalate over that same period. The City has carefully managed revenues and expenses to mitigate the impacts of inflation. However, budget impacts make it necessary to seek increases in water and sewer rates. The proposed rates are based on a comprehensive utility rate study and financial plan completed by an independent consultant. This report is available for review with the City Clerk.

The amount of the proposed rates imposed on any parcel or person as an incidence of their property ownership will not exceed the proportional cost of the service(s) attributable to such parcel, and no rate will be imposed for service unless that service is actually used by, or immediately available to, the property owner or customer in question.

How the water and sewer rates are determined and how they work To develop rates that generate sufficient revenue to meet the fiscal and policy objectives of the City for each utility, a determination of the annual revenue requirements from water and sewer rates was completed. As previously mentioned, revenue requirements include projected expenditures for operations, maintenance, repair and replacement of aging system components, equipment and capital projects. The revenue requirement for each utility also includes designated reserves.

Maintaining appropriate reserves is critical to the ability of the City to serve its customers and respond to unforeseen and unpredictable costs. The reserves may only be used to fund costs associated with those systems.

Revenue requirements were compared to sources of available funds under existing rates during each year of the forecast period to determine whether projected revenues are sufficient to meet those requirements. Where a shortage of revenue was found, revenue adjustments were calculated, which if implemented, will provide revenue to meet those needs.

The City is proposing to implement new water and sewer rates as a series of annual adjustments starting on August 1, 2025, and then each July 1 thereafter until July 2029. The following sections summarize the proposed rates, which will go into effect and remain in effect until superseded by Council action.

Proposed Monthly Water Rates - August 1, 2025 through July 1, 2029 Proposed water rates consist of 1) a monthly fixed charge for all customers, except sprinkler-only accounts that have specific charges, that varies based on meter size and is the minimum amount a customer will pay regardless of the amount of water used; and 2) a uniform volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet (100 cubic feet = 1 unit of water = 748 gallons) for customers based upon monthly metered use. Water from hydrants has a separate rate. The fixed charge recovers fixed costs of maintaining and operating utility infrastructure and facilities, while the volumetric rate recovers variable costs of pumping, treating, and distributing water. The rate structure was designed so that each customer will be charged an amount that represents their proportional share of the City’s cost of serving them, based on their demand and usage characteristics. 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 99.53 $ 109.48 $ 120.43 $ 131.26 $ 141.77

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 199.05 $ 218.96 $ 240.85 $ 262.53 $ 283.53

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 597.15 $ 656.87 $ 722.55 $ 787.58 $ 850.59

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 995.25 $ 1,094.78 $ 1,204.26 $ 1,312.64 $ 1,417.65

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,990.51 $ 2,189.56 $ 2,408.51 $ 2,625.28 $ 2,835.30

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 3,184.81 $ 3,503.29 $ 3,853.62 $ 4,200.45 $ 4,536.48 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 14.49 $ 15.94 $ 17.54 $ 19.12 $ 20.65

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 28.99 $ 31.89 $ 35.08 $ 38.23 $ 41.29

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 46.38 $ 51.02 $ 56.12 $ 61.18 $ 66.07 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.41 $ 3.75 $ 4.12 $ 4.49 $ 4.85 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 5.11 $ 5.62 $ 6.19 $ 6.74 $ 7.28
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
Projected For Fiscal Year Beginning July 1:
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Proposed Monthly Sewer Rates - August 1, 2025 through July 1, 2029 Proposed sewer rates consist of 1) monthly fixed charges for residential and non-residential customers, regardless of usage, based on their relative demand characteristics and 2) Volumetric rates per 100 cubic feet (100 cubic feet = 1 unit of water = 748 gallons) for non-residential customers only, that vary by sewer discharge strength for various non-residential customer categories. Single-family customers pay a flat monthly fixed charge regardless of usage. Multi-family customers pay a flat fixed charge per unit. Fixed charges recover fixed costs associated with operation and maintenance of sewer collection and treatment facilities, while volumetric rates recover variable costs of treatment and disposal of wastewater. The rate structure was designed so each customer will be charged an amount proportional to the cost of serving them, based on their demand, discharge strength and usage characteristics.
2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]:

Single Family Dwelling $ 30.45 $ 58.96 $ 82.54 $ 94.93 $ 99.67 $ 103.66 Multiple Dwelling $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Apts $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Per Additional Unit $ 21.31 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Mobile Home Parks $ 30.45 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit $ 15.22 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 Motels - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Restaurant - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Fast Food/Bar - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Theaters/Banquet - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space $ 15.22 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Schools $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Churches (w/o School) $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Other Commercial - Retail $ 68.44 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Industrial Accounts $ 46.76 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 City Accounts $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet [2]:

Motels - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Restaurant - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Fast Food/Bar - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Theaters/Banquet - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Schools $ 0.56 $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92
Churches (w/o School) $ 0.56 $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92 Other Commercial - Retail $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Industrial Accounts - Normal $ 7.26 $ 1.54 $ 2.15 $ 2.47 $ 2.60 $ 2.70 Industrial Accounts - High $ 7.26 $ 6.95 $ 9.73 $ 11.19 $ 11.75 $ 12.22 City Accounts $ - $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92
Notes:

Projected For Fiscal Year Beginning July 1:
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.
[2] Under the existing rates, non-residential customers pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet once they exceed 1,400 cubic feet of usage. Under the proposed rates, non-residential customers will pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet for all usage.

Description Existing
Rates

Impact on your water and sewer bill
Per the proposed rates effective August 1, 2025, the combined water and sewer bill for a typical single-family home using 1,200 cubic feet of water per monthly billing period would increase from $101.72 currently, to $139.65 per monthly billing period. The accompanying graph provides a summary of existing and proposed rates under various usage scenarios.

How do you file a protest or participate in the public hearing? The City will consider the new water and sewer rates at a Public Hearing on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246, Buellton, California 93427. You are invited to present oral or written testimony at the Public Hearing. Any owner, or customer of record, of a parcel subject to the proposed rates may submit a written protest against the proposed rate revisions. If written protests are filed for a majority of the affected parcels, the proposed rate revisions will not be adopted. If you do not object to the proposed rate revisions to fund the operation, maintenance, and capital improvements for City water and wastewater services, you do not need to take any action.

In order for a written protest to be counted, it must include the following: a statement indicating that the identified property owner or customer of record is in opposition to the proposed water or sewer rate changes; the street address or Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) for the parcel(s) with respect to which the protest is made; and the name and signature of the owner or customer. Protests may be mailed to: City Clerk, City of Buellton, PO Box 1819, Buellton CA 93427, or hand delivered to the City Clerk at 107 W. Highway 246, Buellton CA 93427 prior to 2:00 p.m. on July 10, 2025, or hand delivered to the City Clerk at the Public Hearing on July 10, 2025, at 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton, CA. To be counted, a signed written protest must be received by the City Clerk before the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Protests submitted via e-mail or other electronic means will not be accepted. For any written protest, whether mailed or submitted in person to the City Clerk, please identify on the front of the envelope that the enclosed protest is for the Public Hearing on the Proposed Rate Changes – Water and Sewer Rates.

The City Council will consider all written and oral protests related to the proposed rate changes at the Public Hearing. Oral comments at the Public Hearing will not qualify as formal protests unless accompanied by a written protest. Upon the conclusion of the Public Hearing, there will be no more written protests accepted and no more testimony taken, and the City Council will consider adoption of the proposed rates described in this notice. If written protests, as outlined above, are not presented by a majority of property owners or customers of record, the City Council will be authorized to adopt the proposed rates. While both property owners and customers of record may submit written protests, only one protest will be counted for each parcel. If adopted, the rates for water and sewer service will be in effect beginning August 1, 2025.

In accordance with Government Code section 53759, there is a 120-day statute of limitations for challenging any new, increased, or extended fee or charge, commencing from the later of the effective date of the new rates or of the date of the final passage, adoption, or approval of the resolution adopting the new rates. $77.88
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING

PROPOSED CHANGES TO WATER AND SEWER RATES
Hearing Date & Time: July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM
Hearing Location: Buellton City Council Chambers
140 West Highway 246, Buellton, California 93427
¿Por qué recibe este aviso?
La Ciudad de Buellton (Ciudad) envía un aviso a los clientes de agua y/o alcantarillado y a los propietarios registrados de propiedades que reciben estos servicios, según lo establecido en la Proposición 218 de California. Este aviso describe los cambios propuestos a las tarifas de estos servicios y proporciona información sobre una audiencia pública que se llevará a cabo el 10 de julio de 2025, en las Cámaras del Consejo de la Ciudad, 140 West Highway 246, Buellton, California 93427. Si se adoptan, las tarifas propuestas para los servicios de agua y alcantarillado entrarán en efecto para el primer ciclo completo de facturación después del 1 de agosto de 2025.
¿Qué financian las tarifas de agua y alcantarillado?
La ciudad proporciona servicios de agua y alcantarillado a sus residentes y clientes y mantiene infraestructuras críticas que garantizan un servicio ininterrumpido y protegen la salud y la seguridad de la comunidad. El sistema de suministro de agua se basa en aguas subterráneas bombeadas de pozos de la ciudad y del río Santa Ynez, complementadas con agua tratada según sea necesario. El agua se trata en instalaciones de la ciudad y se distribuye a través de una red de tuberías.

La ciudad proporciona servicio de alcantarillado a residencias y empresas comerciales e industriales, con una población aproximada de 5,500 habitantes. El sistema de transporte y recogida de la ciudad consta de aproximadamente veinte millas de tuberías de gravedad, ochocientos cincuenta pies de tuberías de impulsión y dos estaciones de bombeo de alcantarillado público. Estas instalaciones recogen y transportan las aguas residuales a una planta de tratamiento de aguas residuales propiedad de la ciudad, que opera y mantiene dicha planta para su tratamiento seguro y eliminación de acuerdo con los requisitos reglamentarios.

El objetivo de un estudio de tarifas de agua y alcantarillado es evaluar la situación financiera actual de ambos servicios, examinar los costes necesarios para prestar el servicio a los clientes y determinar el nivel de financiación necesario para los próximos cinco años. El resultado es un plan recomendado que garantiza que cada fondo de servicios cumpla con las obligaciones financieras previstas para las operaciones y el mantenimiento y las mejoras de infraestructura de capital, para garantizar la continuidad de las operaciones seguras y eficientes, manteniendo al mismo tiempo reservas suficientes para la gestión del flujo de caja y las emergencias. La actualización de las tarifas para adecuarlas a los costes de prestación de unos servicios de agua potable y aguas residuales fiables, seguros y de alta calidad es un componente clave para mantener la viabilidad financiera de los servicios públicos. Las estructuras tarifarias de cada empresa se han diseñado de forma que los ingresos procedentes de las tarifas propuestas no superen el importe de los ingresos necesarios para prestar los servicios, ni se utilicen los ingresos de las tarifas para fines distintos de aquellos para los que se han impuesto. ¿Por qué es necesario modificar las tarifas de agua y alcantarillado? El estudio de tarifas y el plan financiero de los servicios públicos determinaron que las tarifas actuales de la Ciudad no son suficientes para hacer frente a los costes crecientes de las operaciones del sistema, el mantenimiento y los proyectos de capital, el apoyo administrativo a las operaciones, la reparación y sustitución de los componentes del sistema envejecidos, el mantenimiento de las reservas designadas y los proyectos de instalaciones de capital necesarios para garantizar un servicio ininterrumpido y el cumplimiento de los mandatos reglamentarios. En los últimos ejercicios, el fondo de alcantarillado ha funcionado con déficit. Incluso con los esfuerzos realizados por el personal para reducir los gastos, se prevé que la tendencia continúe.

La Ciudad no ha aumentado las tarifas de agua o alcantarillado desde 2018, pero debido al aumento de costos, es necesario buscar aumentos. Las tarifas propuestas se basan en un estudio exhaustivo y un plan financiero de un consultor independiente. Se garantiza que las tarifas no excederán el coste del servicio atribuible a cada parcela o persona, y solo se cobrarán los servicios utilizados o disponibles para el propietario o cliente. El informe detallado está disponible en la Secretaría Municipal.

¿Cómo se determinan las tarifas de agua y alcantarillado? ¿Cómo funcionan? Para desarrollar tarifas que generen ingresos suficientes para cumplir los objetivos fiscales y políticos de la Ciudad para cada servicio público, se completó una determinación de los requisitos de ingresos anuales de las tarifas de agua y alcantarillado.

Como se ha mencionado anteriormente, las necesidades de ingresos incluyen los gastos previstos para operaciones, mantenimiento, reparación y sustitución de componentes obsoletos del sistema, equipos y proyectos de capital. Las necesidades de ingresos de cada empresa incluyen también las reservas previstas. Mantener unas reservas adecuadas es fundamental para que la Ciudad pueda atender a sus clientes y responder a costes imprevistos e impredecibles. Las reservas sólo pueden utilizarse para financiar los costes asociados a esos sistemas.

Las necesidades de ingresos se compararon con las fuentes de fondos disponibles en virtud de las tarifas existentes durante cada año del periodo de previsión para determinar si los ingresos previstos son suficientes para satisfacer dichas necesidades.

En los casos en que se detectó una escasez de ingresos, se calcularon los ajustes de ingresos que, de aplicarse, proporcionarán ingresos para cubrir esas necesidades.

La Ciudad propone implementar nuevas tarifas de agua y alcantarillado como una serie de ajustes anuales a partir del 1 de agosto de 2025, y luego cada 1 de julio hasta julio de 2029. Las siguientes secciones resumen las tarifas propuestas, que entrarán en vigor y permanecerán en vigor hasta que sean sustituidas por la acción del Consejo.

Tarifas mensuales de agua propuestas - 1 de agosto de 2025 a 1 de julio de 2029 Las tarifas de agua propuestas consisten en 1) una cuota fija mensual para todos los clientes, excepto las cuentas exclusivas de aspersores que tienen cuotas específicas, que varía en función del tamaño del contador y es la cantidad mínima que pagará un cliente independientemente de la cantidad de agua utilizada; y 2) una tarifa volumétrica uniforme por 100 pies cúbicos (100 pies cúbicos = 1 unidad de agua = 748 galones) para los clientes basada en el uso mensual medido. El agua de las bocas de riego tiene una tarifa aparte. La tarifa fija recupera los costes fijos de mantenimiento y explotación de la infraestructura y las instalaciones, mientras que la tarifa volumétrica recupera los costes variables de bombeo, tratamiento y distribución del agua. La estructura tarifaria se ha diseñado de modo que se cobre a cada cliente una cantidad que represente su parte proporcional del coste que supone para la Ciudad servirle, en función de su demanda y características de uso. 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 99.53 $ 109.48 $ 120.43 $ 131.26 $ 141.77

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 199.05 $ 218.96 $ 240.85 $ 262.53 $ 283.53

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 597.15 $ 656.87 $ 722.55 $ 787.58 $ 850.59

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 995.25 $ 1,094.78 $ 1,204.26 $ 1,312.64 $ 1,417.65

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,990.51 $ 2,189.56 $ 2,408.51 $ 2,625.28 $ 2,835.30

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 3,184.81 $ 3,503.29 $ 3,853.62 $ 4,200.45 $ 4,536.48 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 14.49 $ 15.94 $ 17.54 $ 19.12 $ 20.65

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 28.99 $ 31.89 $ 35.08 $ 38.23 $ 41.29

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 46.38 $ 51.02 $ 56.12 $ 61.18 $ 66.07 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.41 $ 3.75 $ 4.12 $ 4.49 $ 4.85 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 5.11 $ 5.62 $ 6.19 $ 6.74 $ 7.28
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
Projected For Fiscal Year Beginning July 1:
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Tarifas mensuales de alcantarillado propuestas - 1 de agosto de 2025 a 1 de julio de 2029 Las tarifas de alcantarillado propuestas consisten en 1) tarifas fijas mensuales para clientes residenciales y no residenciales, independientemente de su uso, basadas en sus características relativas de demanda y 2) tarifas volumétricas por 100 pies cúbicos (100 pies cúbicos = 1 unidad de agua = 748 galones) sólo para clientes no residenciales, que varían según la intensidad de la descarga de alcantarillado para diversas categorías de clientes no residenciales. Los clientes unifamiliares pagan una cuota fija mensual independientemente de su consumo. Los clientes multifamiliares pagan una cuota fija por unidad. Las tarifas fijas recuperan los costes fijos asociados al funcionamiento y mantenimiento de las instalaciones de recogida y tratamiento del alcantarillado, mientras que las tarifas volumétricas recuperan los costes variables del tratamiento y eliminación de las aguas residuales. La estructura tarifaria se ha diseñado de modo que cada cliente pague una cantidad proporcional al coste de su servicio, en función de su demanda, intensidad de vertido y características de uso. 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Monthly Fixed Charge [1]:

Single Family Dwelling $ 30.45 $ 58.96 $ 82.54 $ 94.93 $ 99.67 $ 103.66 Multiple Dwelling $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Townhomes & Condos $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Apts $ 30.45 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Multi Family - Per Additional Unit $ 21.31 $ 42.54 $ 59.56 $ 68.49 $ 71.92 $ 74.80 Mobile Home Parks $ 30.45 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 Mobile Home Parks - Per Additional Unit $ 15.22 $ 46.62 $ 65.27 $ 75.06 $ 78.81 $ 81.96 Motels - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Restaurant - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Fast Food/Bar - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Theaters/Banquet - Service $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks (Unmetered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks - Per Additional Space $ 15.22 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Schools $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Churches (w/o School) $ 29.98 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Other Commercial - Retail $ 68.44 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Industrial Accounts $ 46.76 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 City Accounts $ 60.72 $ 33.80 $ 47.31 $ 54.41 $ 57.13 $ 59.42 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet [2]:

Motels - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Restaurant - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Fast Food/Bar - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Theaters/Banquet - Service $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Camper/Trailer Parks (Metered) $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Schools $ 0.56 $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92
Churches (w/o School) $ 0.56 $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92 Other Commercial - Retail $ 6.05 $ 4.36 $ 6.10 $ 7.01 $ 7.37 $ 7.66 Industrial Accounts - Normal $ 7.26 $ 1.54 $ 2.15 $ 2.47 $ 2.60 $ 2.70 Industrial Accounts - High $ 7.26 $ 6.95 $ 9.73 $ 11.19 $ 11.75 $ 12.22 City Accounts $ - $ 1.66 $ 2.33 $ 2.68 $ 2.81 $ 2.92
Notes:

Projected For Fiscal Year Beginning July 1:
[1] All single-family residential, multi-family residential, and mobile home customers only pay a flat fee per dwelling unit, regardless of usage.
[2] Under the existing rates, non-residential customers pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet once they exceed 1,400 cubic feet of usage. Under the proposed rates, non-residential customers will pay the volumetric rate per 100 cubic feet for all usage.

Description Existing
Rates

Repercusión en su factura de agua y alcantarillado
Según las tarifas propuestas a partir del 1 de agosto de 2025, la factura combinada de agua y alcantarillado para una vivienda unifamiliar típica que utilice 1.200 pies cúbicos de agua por periodo de facturación mensual aumentaría de los $101.72 actuales a $139.65 por periodo de facturación mensual. El gráfico adjunto ofrece un resumen de las tarifas existentes y propuestas en varios escenarios de uso.
¿Cómo presentar una protesta o participar en la audiencia pública? La Ciudad considerará las nuevas tarifas de agua y alcantarillado en una Audiencia Pública el jueves 10 de julio de 2025, a las 6:00 p.m. en la Cámara del Consejo de la Ciudad, 140 West Highway 246, Buellton, California 93427. Se le invita a presentar testimonio oral o escrito en la Audiencia Pública. Cualquier propietario o cliente registrado de una parcela sujeta a las tarifas propuestas puede presentar una protesta por escrito contra las revisiones de tarifas propuestas. Si se presentan protestas por escrito para la mayoría de las parcelas afectadas, no se adoptarán las revisiones de tarifas propuestas. Si no se opone a las revisiones de tarifas propuestas para financiar el funcionamiento, el mantenimiento y las mejoras de capital de los servicios municipales de agua y aguas residuales, no es necesario que realice ninguna acción.

Para que una protesta por escrito sea válida, debe incluir: una declaración de oposición a los cambios propuestos en las tarifas de agua o alcantarillado, la dirección o el número de parcela (APN) relacionado, y el nombre y firma del propietario o cliente registrado. Las protestas enviadas por correo deben enviarse a la Secretaría Municipal, Ciudad de Buellton, Apartado Postal 1819, Buellton, CA 93427, o entregarse personalmente a la Secretaría Municipal en 107 W. Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427, antes de las 2 p. m., o entregarse en persona a la Secretaría Municipal en la Audiencia Pública el 10 de julio de 2025 en 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton, CA. antes de las 2:00 p.m. del 10 de julio de 2025, o presentarse durante la audiencia pública ese mismo día. No se aceptarán protestas por correo electrónico u otros medios electrónicos. Asegúrese de marcar el sobre como: "Protesta – Audiencia Pública sobre Tarifas de Agua y Alcantarillado".

El Ayuntamiento considerará todas las protestas escritas y orales relacionadas con los cambios de tarifas propuestos en la Audiencia Pública. Los comentarios orales en la Audiencia Pública no se considerarán protestas formales a menos que vayan acompañados de una protesta por escrito. Una vez concluida la Audiencia Pública, no se aceptarán más protestas escritas ni se tomarán más testimonios, y el Ayuntamiento considerará la adopción de las tarifas propuestas descritas en este aviso. Si no se presentan protestas por escrito, tal y como se ha indicado anteriormente, por parte de una mayoría de propietarios o clientes registrados, el Ayuntamiento estará autorizado a adoptar las tarifas propuestas. Aunque tanto los propietarios como los clientes registrados pueden presentar protestas por escrito, sólo se tendrá en cuenta una protesta por cada parcela. Si se aprueban, las tarifas de los servicios de agua y alcantarillado entrarán en vigor a partir del 1 de agosto de 2025.

De acuerdo con la sección 53759 del Código de Gobierno, existe un plazo de prescripción de 120 días para impugnar cualquier tasa o cargo nuevo, aumentado o ampliado, a partir de la fecha de entrada en vigor de las nuevas tasas o de la fecha de aprobación definitiva de la resolución por la que se adoptan las nuevas tasas, la que sea posterior. $77.88 $89.80
$101.72
$125.56
$112.40
$126.02
$139.65
$166.90
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$60.00
$80.00
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$120.00
$140.00
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400 CF 800 CF 1,200 CF 2,000 CF
Existing Bill Proposed Bill

Existing
2026
Proposed
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Revenue Adjustment 12.00% 10.00% 10.00% 9.00% 8.00% 4.50% 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% Total Revenues $ 2,746.22 $ 3,059.82 $ 3,376.40 $ 3,727.10 $ 4,080.08 $ 4,428.60 $ 4,656.44 $ 4,784.58 $ 4,915.29 $ 5,049.38 $ 5,189.31 Total Expenditures (2,076.54) (2,076.54) (2,188.85) (2,272.15) (2,338.33) (2,436.93) (2,507.83) (2,527.72) (2,615.69) (2,719.90) (2,782.53) Total Net Operating Results $ 669.68 $ 983.28 $ 1,187.55 $ 1,454.95 $ 1,741.76 $ 1,991.67 $ 2,148.61 $ 2,256.86 $ 2,299.60 $ 2,329.48 $ 2,406.78 Total Cash Funded Capital $ (2,650.00) $ (2,650.00) $ (2,400.00) $ (2,950.00) $ (2,200.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (1,800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) Beginning Cash Reserve Balance $ 9,194.08 $ 9,194.08 $ 7,401.51 $ 6,002.46 $ 4,386.57 $ 3,784.67 $ 2,926.28 $ 2,218.18 $ 2,511.40 $ 3,840.16 $ 5,191.33 Ending Cash Reserve Balance $ 7,087.91 $ 7,401.51 $ 6,002.46 $ 4,386.57 $ 3,784.67 $ 2,926.28 $ 2,218.18 $ 2,511.40 $ 3,840.16 $ 5,191.33 $ 6,628.69 Total Days Cash on Hand 1,245.86 1,300.99 1,000.94 704.66 590.77 438.29 322.84 362.64 535.87 696.66 869.52 Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30 ($1,000s)
Recommended Water Revenue Adj

$101.72
$139.65
$171.31
$192.56
$206.09
$218.59
$-
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
Existing 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Projected 5-Year Bill Path
@ 1,200 Cubic Feet Per Month
Water Sewer

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 99.53 $ 109.48 $ 120.43 $ 131.26 $ 141.77

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 199.05 $ 218.96 $ 240.85 $ 262.53 $ 283.53

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 597.15 $ 656.87 $ 722.55 $ 787.58 $ 850.59

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 995.25 $ 1,094.78 $ 1,204.26 $ 1,312.64 $ 1,417.65

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,990.51 $ 2,189.56 $ 2,408.51 $ 2,625.28 $ 2,835.30

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 3,184.81 $ 3,503.29 $ 3,853.62 $ 4,200.45 $ 4,536.48 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 318.48 $ 350.33 $ 385.36 $ 420.04 $ 453.65 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 39.81 $ 43.79 $ 48.17 $ 52.51 $ 56.71 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 14.49 $ 15.94 $ 17.54 $ 19.12 $ 20.65

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 28.99 $ 31.89 $ 35.08 $ 38.23 $ 41.29

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 46.38 $ 51.02 $ 56.12 $ 61.18 $ 66.07 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.41 $ 3.75 $ 4.12 $ 4.49 $ 4.85 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 5.11 $ 5.62 $ 6.19 $ 6.74 $ 7.28
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Existing
2026
Proposed
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Revenue Adjustment 0.00% 0.00% 12.00% 10.00% 10.00% 9.00% 8.00% 4.50% 2.00% 2.00% Total Revenues $ 2,746.22 $ 2,746.22 $ 2,766.24 $ 3,103.72 $ 3,425.20 $ 3,781.99 $ 4,140.60 $ 4,496.06 $ 4,728.41 $ 4,857.25 $ 4,991.70 Total Expenditures (2,076.54) (2,076.54) (2,188.85) (2,272.15) (2,338.33) (2,436.93) (2,507.83) (2,527.72) (2,615.69) (2,719.90) (2,782.53) Total Net Operating Results $ 669.68 $ 669.68 $ 577.40 $ 831.57 $ 1,086.87 $ 1,345.06 $ 1,632.77 $ 1,968.34 $ 2,112.71 $ 2,137.34 $ 2,209.17 Total Cash Funded Capital $ (2,650.00) $ (2,650.00) $ (2,400.00) $ (2,950.00) $ (2,200.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (1,800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) Beginning Cash Reserve Balance $ 9,194.08 $ 9,194.08 $ 7,087.91 $ 5,078.70 $ 2,839.44 $ 1,582.66 $ 77.66 $ (1,146.29) $ (1,141.59) $ 0.29 $ 1,159.33 Ending Cash Reserve Balance $ 7,087.91 $ 7,087.91 $ 5,078.70 $ 2,839.44 $ 1,582.66 $ 77.66 $ (1,146.29) $ (1,141.59) $ 0.29 $ 1,159.33 $ 2,399.08 Total Days Cash on Hand 1,245.86 1,245.86 846.90 456.13 247.04 11.63 (166.84) (164.84) 0.04 155.58 314.70 Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30 ($1,000s)
Water Alternative 1 - Shift Recommended Rev Adj Out by Two Years

$101.72
$130.98
$154.57
$175.58
$188.40
$201.26
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$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
Existing 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Projected 5-Year Bill Path
@ 1,200 Cubic Feet Per Month
Water Sewer

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 39.80 $ 43.78 $ 48.15

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 88.83 $ 88.83 $ 99.49 $ 109.44 $ 120.39

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 177.67 $ 177.67 $ 198.99 $ 218.88 $ 240.77

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 318.38 $ 350.22 $ 385.24

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 533.00 $ 533.00 $ 596.96 $ 656.65 $ 722.32

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 888.33 $ 888.33 $ 994.93 $ 1,094.42 $ 1,203.87

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,989.86 $ 2,188.85 $ 2,407.73

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 2,842.66 $ 2,842.66 $ 3,183.78 $ 3,502.16 $ 3,852.37 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 318.38 $ 350.22 $ 385.24 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 39.80 $ 43.78 $ 48.15 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 12.94 $ 12.94 $ 14.49 $ 15.94 $ 17.53

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 25.88 $ 25.88 $ 28.98 $ 31.88 $ 35.07

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 41.40 $ 41.40 $ 46.37 $ 51.01 $ 56.11 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.04 $ 3.04 $ 3.41 $ 3.75 $ 4.12 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 4.56 $ 4.56 $ 5.11 $ 5.62 $ 6.19
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Existing
2026
Proposed
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Revenue Adjustment 6.53% 6.53% 12.00% 10.00% 10.00% 9.00% 8.00% 4.50% 2.00% 2.00% Total Revenues $ 2,746.22 $ 2,914.46 $ 3,118.28 $ 3,501.01 $ 3,865.60 $ 4,270.23 $ 4,676.92 $ 5,080.03 $ 5,343.54 $ 5,489.66 $ 5,642.13 Total Expenditures (2,076.54) (2,076.54) (2,188.85) (2,272.15) (2,338.33) (2,436.93) (2,507.83) (2,527.72) (2,615.69) (2,719.90) (2,782.53) Total Net Operating Results $ 669.68 $ 837.92 $ 929.44 $ 1,228.85 $ 1,527.27 $ 1,833.30 $ 2,169.09 $ 2,552.32 $ 2,727.85 $ 2,769.75 $ 2,859.61 Total Cash Funded Capital $ (2,650.00) $ (2,650.00) $ (2,400.00) $ (2,950.00) $ (2,200.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (1,800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) Beginning Cash Reserve Balance $ 9,194.08 $ 9,194.08 $ 7,256.14 $ 5,598.97 $ 3,756.99 $ 2,940.61 $ 1,923.84 $ 1,236.21 $ 1,824.89 $ 3,581.91 $ 5,373.36 Ending Cash Reserve Balance $ 7,087.91 $ 7,256.14 $ 5,598.97 $ 3,756.99 $ 2,940.61 $ 1,923.84 $ 1,236.21 $ 1,824.89 $ 3,581.91 $ 5,373.36 $ 7,263.54 Total Days Cash on Hand 1,245.86 1,275.43 933.65 603.52 459.01 288.15 179.92 263.51 499.83 721.08 952.80 Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30 ($1,000s)
Water Alternative 2 - Shift Recommended Rev Adj Out Two Years, Set First Two Years Rate Adj to Target 180 Days Cash on Hand.

$101.72
$135.63
$164.22
$186.40
$200.30
$214.35
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$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
Existing 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Projected 5-Year Bill Path
@ 1,200 Cubic Feet Per Month
Water Sewer

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 37.83 $ 40.30 $ 45.13 $ 49.65 $ 54.61

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 94.57 $ 100.74 $ 112.83 $ 124.12 $ 136.53

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 189.14 $ 201.49 $ 225.67 $ 248.23 $ 273.06

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 302.62 $ 322.38 $ 361.07 $ 397.17 $ 436.89

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 567.41 $ 604.47 $ 677.00 $ 744.70 $ 819.17

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 945.69 $ 1,007.44 $ 1,128.34 $ 1,241.17 $ 1,365.29

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,891.38 $ 2,014.89 $ 2,256.67 $ 2,482.34 $ 2,730.58

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 3,026.21 $ 3,223.82 $ 3,610.68 $ 3,971.75 $ 4,368.92 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 302.62 $ 322.38 $ 361.07 $ 397.17 $ 436.89 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 37.83 $ 40.30 $ 45.13 $ 49.65 $ 54.61 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 13.77 $ 14.67 $ 16.43 $ 18.08 $ 19.88

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 27.55 $ 29.34 $ 32.87 $ 36.15 $ 39.77

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 44.07 $ 46.95 $ 52.59 $ 57.84 $ 63.63 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.24 $ 3.45 $ 3.86 $ 4.25 $ 4.67 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 4.86 $ 5.18 $ 5.80 $ 6.38 $ 7.01
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Existing
2026
Proposed
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Revenue Adjustment 0.00% 0.00% 25.08% 25.08% 25.08% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Total Revenues $ 2,746.22 $ 2,746.22 $ 2,766.24 $ 3,449.75 $ 4,311.63 $ 5,398.61 $ 5,439.53 $ 5,483.05 $ 5,525.73 $ 5,568.41 $ 5,613.67 Total Expenditures (2,076.54) (2,076.54) (2,188.85) (2,272.15) (2,338.33) (2,436.93) (2,507.83) (2,527.72) (2,615.69) (2,719.90) (2,782.53) Total Net Operating Results $ 669.68 $ 669.68 $ 577.40 $ 1,177.59 $ 1,973.30 $ 2,961.68 $ 2,931.70 $ 2,955.33 $ 2,910.03 $ 2,848.51 $ 2,831.15 Total Cash Funded Capital $ (2,650.00) $ (2,650.00) $ (2,400.00) $ (2,950.00) $ (2,200.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (1,800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) Beginning Cash Reserve Balance $ 9,194.08 $ 9,194.08 $ 7,087.91 $ 5,078.70 $ 3,185.46 $ 2,815.11 $ 2,926.72 $ 3,001.71 $ 3,993.40 $ 5,932.60 $ 7,802.80 Ending Cash Reserve Balance $ 7,087.91 $ 7,087.91 $ 5,078.70 $ 3,185.46 $ 2,815.11 $ 2,926.72 $ 3,001.71 $ 3,993.40 $ 5,932.60 $ 7,802.80 $ 9,664.52 Total Days Cash on Hand 1,245.86 1,245.86 846.90 511.71 439.42 438.36 436.88 576.64 827.85 1,047.10 1,267.75 Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30 ($1,000s)
Water Alternative 3 - Target FY 2030 Recommended Scenario Cash Fund Balance, No Rev Adj First Two Years

$101.72
$130.98
$154.57
$185.01
$212.34
$244.59
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$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
Existing 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Projected 5-Year Bill Path
@ 1,200 Cubic Feet Per Month
Water Sewer

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 44.44 $ 55.59 $ 69.53

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 88.83 $ 88.83 $ 111.11 $ 138.98 $ 173.84

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 177.67 $ 177.67 $ 222.22 $ 277.96 $ 347.67

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 355.56 $ 444.73 $ 556.27

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 533.00 $ 533.00 $ 666.67 $ 833.88 $ 1,043.01

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 888.33 $ 888.33 $ 1,111.12 $ 1,389.79 $ 1,738.36

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,776.66 $ 2,222.25 $ 2,779.59 $ 3,476.71

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 2,842.66 $ 2,842.66 $ 3,555.60 $ 4,447.34 $ 5,562.74 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 355.56 $ 444.73 $ 556.27 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 44.44 $ 55.59 $ 69.53 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 12.94 $ 12.94 $ 16.18 $ 20.24 $ 25.32

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 25.88 $ 25.88 $ 32.36 $ 40.48 $ 50.63

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 41.40 $ 41.40 $ 51.78 $ 64.77 $ 81.02 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.04 $ 3.04 $ 3.80 $ 4.76 $ 5.95 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 4.56 $ 4.56 $ 5.71 $ 7.14 $ 8.93
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.

Existing
2026
Proposed
2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035
Revenue Adjustment 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 175.25% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00% Total Revenues $ 2,746.22 $ 2,746.22 $ 2,766.24 $ 2,786.26 $ 2,806.71 $ 2,827.62 $ 7,593.90 $ 7,655.10 $ 7,715.14 $ 7,775.17 $ 7,838.84 Total Expenditures (2,076.54) (2,076.54) (2,188.85) (2,272.15) (2,338.33) (2,436.93) (2,507.83) (2,527.72) (2,615.69) (2,719.90) (2,782.53) Total Net Operating Results $ 669.68 $ 669.68 $ 577.40 $ 514.11 $ 468.38 $ 390.69 $ 5,086.07 $ 5,127.39 $ 5,099.44 $ 5,055.27 $ 5,056.31 Total Cash Funded Capital $ (2,650.00) $ (2,650.00) $ (2,400.00) $ (2,950.00) $ (2,200.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (2,700.00) $ (1,800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) $ (800.00) Beginning Cash Reserve Balance $ 9,194.08 $ 9,194.08 $ 7,087.91 $ 5,078.70 $ 2,521.98 $ 646.70 $ (1,812.67) $ 416.68 $ 3,580.43 $ 7,709.04 $ 11,786.00 Ending Cash Reserve Balance $ 7,087.91 $ 7,087.91 $ 5,078.70 $ 2,521.98 $ 646.70 $ (1,812.67) $ 416.68 $ 3,580.43 $ 7,709.04 $ 11,786.00 $ 15,872.89 Total Days Cash on Hand 1,245.86 1,245.86 846.90 405.13 100.95 (271.50) 60.65 517.01 1,075.74 1,581.63 2,082.14 Description
Projected for Fiscal Year Ending June 30 ($1,000s)
Water Alternative 4 - No Rev Adj First Five Years

$101.72
$130.98
$154.57
$166.95 $171.69 $175.68
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$20
$40
$60
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$140
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$180
$200
Existing 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Projected 5-Year Bill Path
@ 1,200 Cubic Feet Per Month
Water Sewer

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Monthly Fixed Charge:
5/8 - 3/4 Inch $ 35.51 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 35.53

1.0 Inch $ 96.89 $ 88.83 $ 88.83 $ 88.83 $ 88.83 $ 88.83

1.5 Inch $ 191.90 $ 177.67 $ 177.67 $ 177.67 $ 177.67 $ 177.67

2.0 Inch $ 301.60 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 284.27

3.0 Inch $ 646.19 $ 533.00 $ 533.00 $ 533.00 $ 533.00 $ 533.00

4.0 Inch $ 1,176.31 $ 888.33 $ 888.33 $ 888.33 $ 888.33 $ 888.33

6.0 Inch $ 2,511.90 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,776.66 $ 1,776.66

8.0 Inch $ 3,364.78 $ 2,842.66 $ 2,842.66 $ 2,842.66 $ 2,842.66 $ 2,842.66 Hydrant $ 50.00 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 $ 284.27 Additional Dwelling Units [1] $ 24.86 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 $ 35.53 Monthly Fixed Charge - Sprinklers:

4.0 Inch $ 19.29 $ 12.94 $ 12.94 $ 12.94 $ 12.94 $ 12.94

6.0 Inch $ 28.53 $ 25.88 $ 25.88 $ 25.88 $ 25.88 $ 25.88

8.0 Inch $ 38.58 $ 41.40 $ 41.40 $ 41.40 $ 41.40 $ 41.40 Volumetric Rates Per 100 Cubic Feet:

Residential, Commerical, Industrial, and City $ 2.98 $ 3.04 $ 3.04 $ 3.04 $ 3.04 $ 3.04 Hydrant $ 12.69 $ 4.56 $ 4.56 $ 4.56 $ 4.56 $ 4.56
Projected For Fiscal Year Ending June 30
Notes:

Description Existing
Rates
[1] Under the proposed rates, all "Additional Dwelling Units" will now be billed at the 5/8-3/4 inch meter rate per dwelling unit.