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Board to pursue sewer-rate study; lower-cost consultant selected for next steps
Summary
Council discussed two bids for a sewer-rate study (figures discussed around $16,000 vs. $12,000 depending on package) and voted to pursue the lower-cost option with legal review and an ordinance to follow, aiming to complete a study before the February 2027 rate-setting.
The board reviewed two proposals for a sewer-rate study and debated the value of on-site presence versus remote participation by consultants. One board member said the two bids were roughly comparable in scope but differed substantially in price; staff read the figures as roughly $16,000 and $12,000 depending on the service package.
After discussion the board approved a motion to pursue contracting with the lower-cost firm (identified in the packet as gettinggreatrates.com) and to have the city attorney review the agreement. Staff indicated an ordinance or contract would be brought back within one or two meetings. Members noted that if the timing requires, a budget amendment might be needed before payment. The board emphasized the need to receive final deliverables in time to inform the next sewer rate adjustment scheduled for February 2027.
