Loveland 1996 WCPlan Implmtn Plan

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Water rate structure designed to encourage water use efficiency Measure 10: Universal metering and meter replacement program DESCRIPTION EXISTING. Since 1981, all Loveland's customers are billed for water service based on metered water use. This provides a strong incentive for customers to use less water when compared to a flat rate. After meters were installed, annual water use decreased by 16 percent. Currently, new meters are being installed to increase reliability and improve billing accu- racy. All metered accounts pay for the water they use, including govern- ment. Residential and commercial indoor and outdoor water use \ I TARGET TIME FRAME STAFF SAVINGS 1997: replace remainder of old meters 1997 - 2001: install meters for new construction Water & Power No new savings Measure 11: Uniform rate structure DESCRIPTION TARGET TIMEFRAME STAFF SAVINGS EXISTING. Loveland's current rate structure is uniform, with customers paying for all the water they use at a single rate per 1,000 gallons. By not providing discounts for large water users, the rate structure encourages conservation. For commercial/industrial customeI'S, a surcharge must be paid, in addition to the regular water rate, for excessive water use within a calendar year. Loveland's high water rates encourage water conservation. Rates, based on cost-of-service, have increased between 4 and 7 percent annually since 1990, and will continue increasing until 1997. Residential and commercial indoor and outdoor water use Ongoing, but could change depending on outcome of Measure 12 Water & Power No new savings. Uniform water rates assure that customers pay for the water they use. May 1996 50 Water Conservation Plan