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Resolution authorizing staff to complete and file a water rate case application with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC).
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WHEREAS, the rates presently charged to its customers by the West Allis Water Utility are insufficient and inadequate to carry on the Utility’s operation at a reasonable and prudent level; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of West Allis and its Municipal Water Utility that an application be completed and made to the PSC to determine the necessity for and amount of an increase in the rates of the West Allis Water Utility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Water Utility and Finance Staff be and are hereby authorized and directed to complete and file an application with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin for an increase in the water rates for the City of West Allis to provide reasonable rates which are permitted by law on existing facts for a reasonable rate of return on investment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all City Departments be and are hereby directed to render such full assistance and cooperation in the preparation of exhibits, testimony, and other information and data which may be necessary and appropriate for presentation to the PSC in support of aforesaid application.
ADM\ORDRES\2018\AFR2018.55