Summary
To: Town Commission
From: Gay Lancaster, Town Manager
Date: 9/3/2026
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Subject:
Title
First Reading of Ordinance 601 - Water Rates
Summary:
To meet budgetary needs, staff recommends FY 2026-2027 Water Rates be adjusted in the following way:
• Water Base Fee for Residential and Mult-Family increased 5.0% to $26.46 monthly.
• Water Base Fee for Non-Residential increased 5.0% to $54.31.
• Usage Fees for Residential, Multi-Family and Nonresidential increased by 5.0% for all tiers.
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Previous Commission Action:
Commission approved the recommended FY 2026-2027 rate increase recommendation of 5% during July 21, 2026, regular meeting.
Background/Problem Discussion:
The Town purchases water from Pinellas County at a wholesale rate established by the County Commission. The current annual increase is set at 5%, which is passed along to users based on a tiered consumption formula.
Expenditure Challenges: N/A
Financial Implications: N/A
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of Ordinance 601.
Proposed Motion: Move approval of Ordinance 601 on first reading.
