RES 26-1523: Pertaining to Title XI water related fees and charges of the Legislative Code of the City of Saint Paul regarding the organization of fees and charges.

Description

Pertaining to Title XI water related fees and charges of the Legislative Code of the City of Saint Paul regarding the organization of fees and charges.

Summary

Resolution 26-1523 recommends that the Saint Paul City Council approve revised water-related fees and charges under Title XI of the City’s Legislative Code, effective January 1, 2027. The Board of Water Commissioners proposes consolidating and updating fees to improve financial review and support Saint Paul Regional Water Services’ financial stability. The schedule affects property owners, developers, contractors, businesses, public agencies, and other water-service users. Charges cover service connections, right-of-way restoration, frozen or damaged meters, meter installation and testing, hydrant permits, fire services, plumbing permits, backflow prevention, violations, and turn-on services. The resolution also replaces one general fringe rate with role-based rates and defines actual-cost charges and administrative add-ons. City Council approval is required for implementation.