Rate Design 101 at Cambria U.

A growing number of Cambrians are aware of what it means to have water in our homes simply by turning a knob. Delivering water and taking away wastewater is a complicated affair…but it seems less complicated than all the factors to be considered in designing reasonable, affordable rates for customers. Each of the documents included here has something to say about rate design – some very practical, some policy driven. If you know of a resource for rate design, please contact amanda at aboutcambria.com.

Enjoy!

Rate Design for Water and Sewer System Utilities – from the California Public Utilities Commission

Setting Small Drinking Water System Rates For A Sustainable Future – from US EPA Office of Water. This guide include worksheets for figuring rates based on specified criteria.

Proper Rates Are Critical to Financial Health – from the National Environmental Services Center