Storm sewer assessments are set annually by resolution.  The rate schedule for storm assessments is based on zoning classification and square footage to reflect the relative storm water runoff of various land uses.  Staff is recommending an increase in storm sewer fees of 3% for FY 2020 to keep up with inflationary costs of construction, as well as increases in operations and maintenance costs.  The attached resolution specifies the proposed storm sewer assessment rates for FY 2020.

The Council must hold a public hearing and then may:

• Approve the recommended resolution
• Approve an amended resolution; or
• Not approve a resolution.  If Council does not approve a resolution, an amended resolution to establish storm sewer assessments will need to be considered at a future City Council meeting to establish rates for fiscal year 2020.

The proposed increase in the storm sewer assessment rates would increase an average 9,600 square foot residential lot from $44.16 per year to $45.50 per year and will generate approximately $131,000 for the storm sewer fund in FY 2020. 

Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a public hearing and approve the proposed resolution setting storm sewer assessment rates for FY 2020.