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Council hires consultant for town fee study to update cost‑recovery schedules
Summary
The council authorized a contract (not to exceed $34,500) with Government Consulting Partners to perform a comprehensive cost‑of‑service and cost‑allocation fee study. Council discussed timeline, the public process, potential subcommittee review and a 60‑day notice for fee changes before rates can take effect.
The Fairfax Town Council on July 22 authorized the town manager to execute a professional services agreement with Government Consulting Partners (GCP) for a comprehensive cost‑of‑service and cost‑allocation study, not to exceed $34,500. The study will catalog current fees, calculate full‑cost recovery for services such as permits and recreation and recommend a phased approach to adjust fees where appropriate.
Council members asked about the study timeline and whether an ad hoc or subcommittee should review consultant recommendations before the entire council considers them. Staff and the consultant (on the line) said the study’s first phase establishes full costs and the second phase provides policy recommendations and implementation options to avoid sticker shock; the consultant noted municipalities often phase fee changes. Staff also noted a 60‑day notice period is required before adopted fee changes can take effect. The council approved the contract and indicated it may convene a subcommittee to review the results before final adoption.
