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Show WATER PRICING POLICY STUDY Wastewater pricing can be developed in a conjunctive manner with seasonal rates due to the inherent measurement of " indoor" water usage. 8. Eliminate the minimum charge structure, replacing it with one that recovers only customer and accounting charges through a fixed charge, and that recovers variable O& M costs and facility costs through the variable charges. 9. Consider the use of risk- reducing strategies other than " take- or- pay" contracts, which can provide a disincentive to conserve water, on new water delivery contracts. 10. Incorporate the cost of the next source of water when determining prices for water sources that are diminishing, or where demand is increasing. Executive Summary ES- 40 |