Agenda Item No: K.3
AGENDA REPORT
DATE: July 21, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council
FROM: David Gassaway, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution 2026-160 PW Fairfield Municipal Utility Regulations Update
Adopting the Updated Fairfield Municipal Utility Regulations
Funding Source: N/A
Contact: Michael J. Hether, (707) 428-7493
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Adopt resolution.
STATEMENT OF ISSUE
The Fairfield Municipal Utility (FMU) Administrative Regulations have not been revised in a comprehensive manner since March of 1999. The regulations require an update to conform to current policies, procedures, municipal code, and state laws.
DISCUSSION
The Fairfield Municipal Utility (FMU ) Administrative Regulations establish the policies and procedures for the City's Water Utility Division. The last comprehensive update to the regulations was in March of 1999. Since then, changes in state laws, regulatory requirements, operational practices, and City policies have significantly impacted utility operations. Additionally, on January 20, 2026, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-13, which updated Chapter 22 (Water) of the Fairfield Municipal Code.
The proposed revisions modernize the regulations to align with the current regulatory and operational environment and rename the Fairfield Municipal Utility Administrative Regulations as the Fairfield Municipal Utility Regulations. In light of these changes, staff recommends updating the FMU Regulations.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
N/A
PUBLIC CONTACT/ADVISORY BODY RECOMMENDATION
N/A
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
The council may delay approval of the adjustment so that the staff can address any council concerns.
COORDINATED WITH
City Attorney’s Office
STAFF CONTACT
Michael J. Hether, Assistant Public Works Director - Utilities (707) 428-7493
[email protected]
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 2: Proposed Resolution
Attachment 3: Proposed Fairfield Municipal Utility Regulations Attachment 4: Current Fairfield Municipal Utility Administrative Regulations