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Committee corrects stormwater cost-allocation error; alum treatment projections hinge on unidentified grants
Summary
Ocean Shores finance committee members said a consultant presentation overstated a stormwater deficit because it used an incorrect cost‑allocation; committee sought corrected rate projections and cautioned against including unidentified grants in rate forecasts for alum treatment that were estimated at $20 million over 10 years.
During the Oct. 23 finance meeting at the Ocean Shores Library, committee members reviewed findings from a recent stormwater town hall and a consultant presentation on rates and treatment options.
Finance Committee Chair told members the consultant’s presentation used the wrong cost-allocation data and included one-time transfers that made the storm account appear deficient. "We're not in a deficit," the chair said, adding that finance staff will reconcile the cost-allocation and correct the reporting errors before…
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