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Council awards $674,325 contract for water and wastewater rate study to Raftelis

Newport City Council · October 23, 2024
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Summary

The Department of Utilities' recommendation to hire Raftelis Financial Consultants for a water/wastewater rate study, public outreach and education (not to exceed $674,325), funded from divisional CIP funds, passed the council on a voice vote.

The council approved awarding a professional services contract to Raftelis Financial Consultants to conduct a water and wastewater system rate study, including public outreach and education.

Administration presented the contract (RFP 2024‑148) with a not‑to‑exceed amount of $674,325 and said funding will be provided from the Water Division and the Water Pollution Control Division Capital Improvement Fund. "I move approval," the sponsor said; the motion received a second and passed on a voice vote with no public opposition.

The contract will fund a rate study and outreach work to inform potential adjustments to rate structure and public communication strategies. Administration said the expense is budgeted in the CIP.