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a~- o.~~<<. ~.,.. F i^ EFLAND SEWER SYSTEM Proposal for Rate Study for Srnall Wastewater Collection Utility review rate structure alternatives for its retail customers, review impacts and provide flexibility for plan. Wing for the next 20 years. The Bureau's existing retail rate structure consists of an increasing three-tier rate structure for all customers with fixed tiers for single family customers and tiers based on the average usage in the preceding 12-month period for the remaining customers. The current retail rates apply to all classes and do not take into account peaking factors which can warp significantly from class to class. The Bureau would like to explore different rate structure options for retail customers and explore the creation of more classes to increase equity and fairness and encourage conservation. RFC is developing a computer rate model with several modules that includes the financial plan, wholesale rates and retail rates is an integral part of the study. The Bureau plans to use the rate model for many years and the model will include: • user-friendly features; • the ability to download data from the Bureau's IT systems; • the flexibility to easily revise input data; • the ability to be updated annually; • the inclusion of various rate scenarios the Bureau is looking for in both wholesale and retail rates; • detail and summary reports; • graphical representation of results for easy understanding by the Council and' public; and • ability to complete scenario analysis to investigate options and impacts. PROJECT DETAILS Loudoun County Sanitation Authority, Virginia Cost of Service Study RFC assisted the Loudoun County Sanitation Authority ("LCSA") with an update of its Rate Study Bond Feasibility water and sewer user fee charges. Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing Rate Model communities in the country, presenting the LCSA with many challenges to meet the needs of REFERENCE ~~ rapidly growing customer base. RFC worked with the LCSA to perform. a detailed cost Mr. Dale Hammes of service analysis for the water and sewer systems. This analysis provides the basis for Loudoun County SaDnlitatioon LCSA's conservation-based water and sewer rate structure. The results of the study will be Authority used in a financial feasibility study, which is to be included in an Official Statement for the 880 Harrison Street, SE issuance of revenue bonds to pay for a new sewer treatment plant As a part of the project, Leesburg, VA 20175 Phone: (703) 771.1095 RFC conducted a benchmarking analysis of financial. information. RAFTELIS FINANCIALIB CONSULTANTS, INC.